Dianne Elaine Hansard

Dianne Elaine Hansard
Altoona, Iowa


Dianne Elaine Hansard, 82, passed away on Monday, October 6th, 2025, at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa.

Born on August 31st, 1943, in Longmont, Colorado, Dianne married Robert Hansard in Tijuana, Mexico, and again later in California. Together, they were blessed with 55 years of marriage.

Dianne’s legacy lives on through her three children, Robert (Sarah) Hansard, Jr., Deanne Tool, and Suzanne Hansard; her grandchildren, John Hansard, Jenna Tool, Ryan (Jennifer) Tool, Robert III Hansard, Jacob Hansard, and Kaylyn Hansard; as well as her great-grandchildren, Mason and Audrey Tool. Dianne is also survived by her sisters, Suzanne (George) Bauernfeind, Joni (Rick) Coffield, and Marianne (Duane) Rupp, along with many other loving relatives and friends.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Robert Hansard; her mother, Pearl Hopson; and her sister, Georgia Fregon.

Dee “Red” found her greatest joy in being the ultimate caretaker for her family. From a young age, she nurtured not only her own family but also many others she loved as her own. Dee’s infectious smile, beautiful voice, and quick wit were just a few of the qualities that endeared her to everyone she met. A gifted cook and baker, she loved to feed everyone around her and made every gathering special. Dee was the glue that held her family together, always ready with a word of wisdom and the courage to speak her truth. A cherished phrase passed down through generations in her family, shared with her mother, sisters, and aunts was “Imemanni."

Dee had a special love for sports, often cheering on all her boys as they played, and she could always be found watching her favorite teams: The Raiders, A’s, and Dodgers. Her heart also belonged to Carmel, California, where she and Robert shared some of their happiest memories by the sea.

Memorial donations in Dee’s memory may be directed to the Rheumatoid Arthritis Foundation: https://www.helpfightra.org/donations/

Cremation has occurred and no services at this time.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hamiltonsfuneralhome.com

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