Obituary of David Otto Hanson

David Hanson was surrounded by his family and loved ones when he passed away on March 8, 2021 at the age of 59. David was a proud member of the U.S. Army. He served 16 years and retired as a Staff Sergeant. During his active service, he was a Military Police Officer stationed in Berlin and witnessed the fall of the Berlin wall. He reenlisted as an Infantryman and spent time at Fort Ord, CA, as an instructor. His last tour was at Fort Leonard Wood, MO. There he served as a Drill Instructor until his retirement. David met his wife, Coral, at Fort Leonard Wood where they married on July 09, 1993. David is survived by his wife, Coral, son, Mathew, and daughter, Sheree. Dave and his family moved to Lake Havasu City in 1997. David worked at the BLM office in Lake Havasu where he enjoyed talking to locals and snowbirds alike. He loved rock hounding, metal detecting, meteorite hunting and off-roading. He enjoyed sharing his knowledge of the desert area and wildlife. David was preceded in death by his favorite pets: Murphy, Misty and Mongo. He will be followed shortly by the Kat – aka – Midnight Screamer. A celebration of life will be held at his home on his birthday, June 16, 2021 beginning at 10:00. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking people to email a “Dave Memory” to the family. Any special story, funny memory etc. that you would like to share. Please email to: coralhanson@yahoo.com. Services were entrusted to the care of Lietz-Fraze Funeral Home. Thoughts and condolences can be sent to the family at www.lietz-frazefuneralhome.com. To send a free card go to www.sendoutcards.com/lietzfraze.