Submitted by: Dan Rich

Joseph L. Hans

Feb. 22, 1902 - June 8, 2000

South Bend Tribune 6/10/2000

Joseph L. Hans, 98, of South Wabash Street, South Bend, Ind., passed away after an extended illness at 12:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 8, in his residence. Mr. Hans was born on Feb. 22, 1902, in Texas, and was a lifetime resident of the Michiana area.

On May 17, 1924, in North Liberty, Ind., he married Thelma G. King, who preceded him in death on Aug. 24, 1999 He was also preceded in death by a son, Russell Hans. Mr. Hans retired in 1975 as a self-employed construction broker, having done numerous jobs in the Michiana area.

He is survived by two daughters, Doris J. Lonzo and Dianna M. Hans, both of South Bend; five sons, Floyd J. Hans and Dale L. Hans, both of South Bend, Gerald O. Hans of Osceola, Ind., Robert L.. Hans of Mishawaka, Ind., and Larry G. Hans of Granger, Ind.; and by nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, who he loved and cherished.

Visitation hours for Mr. Hans were from 4 to 8 p.m. on Friday, June 9, in the HANLEY & Sons "Southwest Chapel" Funeral Home located at WESTIRELANDROAD/Indiana 23, South Bend.

Funeral services will take place at 11 a.m. today, June 10, in the funeral home, with Rev. Sam Oliver officiating. Burial will follow at Sumption Prairie Cemetery. The family request that all memorial contributions be made to the Hospice of St. Joseph County. The HANLEY & Sons "Southwest Chapel" Funeral Home handled arrangements and services and extend sincere sympathy to the Hans family.