Submit a PhotoKathleen Carolyn Hansen returned to her Heavenly Father on February 22, 2026, surrounded by the family she loved so dearly. Born April 25, 1949, to Frank and Floy Stradling, Kathleen was defined by her unwavering work ethic, a trait she took great pride in passing down to her five sons. Kathleen worked in customer service for financial companies until her retirement and was a devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She found immense joy in visiting with her many friends, her church callings, quilting, and gardening. Above all, she cherished every moment spent with her grandchildren. She loved life and always had a positive attitude.
Kathleen is survived by her five sons, Mickey (Kimberly) Hansen of Phoenix, AZ, Waylon (Antonia) Hansen of Lakeside, AZ, Travis (Sharon) Hansen of Mesa, AZ, Brandon (Courtney) Hansen of Chandler, AZ, and Garrett (Stacie) Hansen of Goodyear, AZ. She is also survived by her nine grandchildren, Amber (Ben) Farnworth, Cortney (Trey) Erikson, Bryan (Paige) Hansen, Jennifer (Luis) Hansen, Cole (Elise) Hansen, Casey Hansen, Tatum Hansen, Beckum Hansen, Calum Hansen and four great grandchildren, Garrett Hansen, Karsin Hansen, Melanie Hansen Perez, and KennaDee Farnworth.
She was predeceased by her parents, Frank and Floy Stradling, her brothers Floyd Stradling and John Stradling and her sister Liz Sherwood.
The funeral service will be held at 10:30am on February 28, 2026, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 5104 W Pinnacle Peak Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85304, with a visitation beginning one hour prior at 9:30am.
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I won’t be able to come to the funeral, but please know how much admired your mom and loved her sense of humor and ability to be down to earth, be good to me and many others and she was not one to complain about her challenges and not afraid to express her opinon=loved having her for a neighbor and hope to be in the same neighborhood in after i pass- Nancy Darien
Dear Hansen Family,
My heart is completely broken. Kathleen was not only my neighbor, she was my very best friend. We were like two peas in a pod — always together, always laughing, always there for each other.
She meant the world to me, and I will treasure every memory we shared. Thank you for sharing her with me all these years. I will carry her in my heart forever.
With all my love and deepest sympathy,
From my Family Jerry, Amy, Andrey, Erik and my
granddaughter Kairi
Colon
I will miss Kathleen more than words can say. She was a woman of remarkable strength and unwavering faith. I always admired the courage and determination she showed in raising her sons on her own. She had such a brilliant and thoughtful mind, and her deep knowledge of Jesus Christ and His plan for us made every conversation meaningful. She truly lived her faith, teaching by example what it means to love one another and to be kind.
Even after she lost her sight and her health declined, her spirit never dimmed. She continued to care about others, about the church, and about what was happening in the world around her. Her heart was generous and charitable, especially at Christmastime when she delighted in giving and making things for others. She loved her family and friends deeply, and that love was felt by everyone who knew her.
I will always treasure our visits and the wisdom, warmth, and light she shared so freely. Her beautiful spirit will remain with me always.
Kathleen Hansen loved me, and I loved her. What a sweetheart she was to me and everyone else she had contact with. She raised a brood of tough boys, including my dear friend Mickey. I’m happy for her now to be in peace on the other side, but its hard for us all here who will miss her..
I am so sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing. I am sure she is happy to be rid of all the bodily complications she has lived with in the past few years. She was such a sweet person. She will be missed.
My dear Kathleen, what a lovely, generous and beautiful soul you have, and what a wonderful, lasting friendship we have had. I know we’ll continue to be friends in the hereafter. For now, I miss you terribly.
Thank you for “seeing” me, and loving me as a dear friend and sister. Our glorious shopping days, luncheon days and chatting, whether in person or on the phone, are sweet memories now, which I will cherish forever. Until we meet again, beautiful friend! I love you!