Larry Russell Hansen

Larry Russell Hansen, 80, of Kellogg, ID, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away on November 25, 2023 at his home in Kellogg surrounded by his loving family. Larry was born on November 1, 1943 in Indianapolis, IN a son of the late Nathan and Dorothy Hansen.

Larry enlisted in the US Army where he served two tours of duty during Vietnam. He married Joyce Jerome on October 1, 1966 at The Hitching Post in Coeur d’Alene, ID. The couple raised three sons, Russell, Bob, and Nathan.

Larry worked at the Sunshine Mine, where he had retired after 37-plus years of employment. When he wasn’t down in the mine, Larry enjoyed time outdoors including hunting, fishing, and camping. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Larry was a lifetime member of the VFW.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by two brothers, Steve and Dickey Hansen.

Survivors include his loving wife of 57 years, Joyce Hansen of the family home; three sons, Russell (Nicolle) Hansen of Rathdrum, ID, Bob (Nancy) Hansen of Smelterville, ID, and Nathan Hansen of Rathdrum, ID; four grandchildren, Brittany (Jerry) McCarver of Kingston, ID, Jason (Kyla) Hansen of Smelterville, ID, and Josie and Katie Hansen both of Rathdrum, ID; four great-grandchildren, Lilly Hansen, Rylee Hansen, and twins, Maverick and Braxton McCarver; Carson Brayden, and Teagan McCarver; two brothers, Tom and Mike Hansen; a sister, Patricia Abrams. Larry is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and many dear friends.

Graveside services with military honors will be held on Monday, December 4, 2023, 10:00 AM at Coeur d’Alene Memorial Gardens, Coeur d’Alene, ID.

Memories of Larry and messages of condolence may be shared with his family online at www.shoshonfuneralservice.com. Shoshone Funeral Services, Kellogg, is honored to assist the Hansen family with arrangements.