Donald D. Hanson, 87, Adrian, ND died Friday, October 9, 2026 at SMP Health- Ave Maria in Jamestown, ND.

Donald was born September 29, 1939 on the family farm near Adrian, the son of Charles and Inez (Kleinheksel) Hanson.  He grew up in the area, attending the local elementary school, Banner #3 and also Nortonville High School.  He entered the US Navy at the age of 17 in May of 1957. 

During his naval career he proudly served on the USS Bayfield.  He was honorably discharged in September of 1960.

He and Maryett Heim were married February 16, 1963.  They made their home on the farm where he ranched and farmed with his son and grandson until his retirement in 2015.  Donald served on the Kennison Township Board, Nortonville School Board, Holy Spirit Church Board and was a member of the American Legion and Knights of Columbus.  He was also in the Cargill Inner Circle for 25 years.

Donald is survived by his wife of 63 years, Maryett; 3 Children, Natalie (Kevin) Ova; Troy (Theresa) Hanson; Lori (Dean) Feland; 11 grandchildren, Josh (Crystal) Ova; Jennifer (Zack) Larson; Jill (Wyatt) Kuhn; Annie (Karlie) Hancock; Logan (Kayla) Hanson; Addie (Adrian) Ortega; Lane Hanson; Ty (Jessica) Feland; Cole (Morgan) Feland; Macy (Derrick) Markel; Ally Feland; 13 great grandchildren with another on the way; 4 sisters, Mavis Smith; Karen (Leon) Lagodinkski; Debra Kitchel; Tracy Dale; 4 brothers, Gene Hanson, Kenneth Hanson, Randy Hanson; Brian Hanson and many  beloved sisters and brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews and lifelong friends. 

He was preceded in death by his parents and 5 brothers, Lyle, Alvin, Arnold, Dale, and Gary.

The family requests memorials to SMP Health-Ave Maria in Jamestown, ND. CLICK HERE

Mass of Christian Burial- 10:30 AM Thursday, October 15, 2026 at the Transfiguration Church in Edgeley, ND.

Prayer Service- 7:00 PM Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at the Transfiguration Church in Edgeley with visitation beginning at 6:00.

Interment- Mount Calvary Cemetery, Edgeley, ND.

Arrangements are by Haut Funeral Home, Jamestown, ND.