John W. Hansler, 66, passed away on Thursday June 11, 2020 at his home in Surfside Beach, South Carolina. He was born December 1, 1953 in Newton, New Jersey, son of Willard Hansler and Betty Stephens.
John grew up in Hackettstown, NJ where he was a proud member of the 8-5 class. He attended Hackettstown High School where he enjoyed athletics and met the love of his life, and future wife, Kathy. John and Kathy enjoyed 45 years of marriage.
John was a relentless worker, balancing work, coaching youth sports, family time, and keeping his home and property in tip top shape. John retired from Hoffmann-La Roche after over 40 years of dedicated service. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling, gardening, and sports but most importantly, being the best husband, father, “Boppy”, (grandfather) and friend that anyone could ask for. Those who knew him closely, knew that John cared more about others than he did about himself.
John is survived by his wife Kathy, mother, Betty Stephens, mother in-law, Helen Staugaard, son John, Jr., daughter, Meredith and her husband, Michael Jiorle, grandson, Cael Jiorle, brother, James Hansler, sister, Bonnie Hagenbuch, and many nieces and nephews. John was predeceased by his father, Willard Hansler, father-in-law, Andrew Staugaard, and sisters, Brenda Lanterman and Linda Garceau.
A memorial visitation will be held, Saturday, October 17, 2020 from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm with a memorial service starting at 12:00 pm at Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840 with Dr. Rev. Frank Fowler officiating.
For those wishing to leave on line condolences, please visit, www.cochranfuneral.com
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Peg Russack says
October 11, 2020 at 4:43 pmKathy and family, so so sorry. John was a great guy and we will always smile when thinking of him. The way he used to joke about 8-5 cracked us up. Take care and we will see you Soon.
Doug and Peg Sheldon-Russack
Jo Ann S Jones says
October 11, 2020 at 9:29 pmOh John, you are so missed, we all love you and wish we had had more time together. I hope you, Bob, Jerry, Joe, and Mom are together, full of peace and love.
Nancy J Cummins says
October 11, 2020 at 10:24 pmPlease know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We have memories of spending dinner with you both on Pawley’s Island. A special evening with fellow Hacketstownians! God Bless….
Anneliese ,Pete says
October 11, 2020 at 11:16 pmOur deepest sympathy to Kathy and family!
He will be missed!
Cael says
February 17, 2022 at 12:43 pmHe was my grandpa its 2022 im 12 years old 10 years old when it happened and it was 12 days before my birthday
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