Sally Ann Hansen

Sally A. Hansen, age 84, of Battle Creek and formerly of Westland, Michigan passed away on July 9, 2024 at Evergreen Senior Care & Rehab. She was born on November 24, 1939 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the daughter of Robert and Nelda (Umphrey) Kerns Sr. Sally graduated from St. Philip Catholic Central High School in 1957, then went on to receive her nursing degree from Jefferson School of Practical Nursing. She was previously employed as an LPN at Community Hospital, Leila Hospital, Calhoun County Convalescent Center, Westland Convalescent Center, Marian Burch Adult Day Care, Evergreen Manor, and Heritage Assisted Living from which she retired. Sally was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. She was an avid golfer and enjoyed plaster crafting. Sally was united in marriage on November 27, 1976 to Harold L. Hansen, he preceded her in death on December 14, 1995. She was also preceded in death by her parents, brother, Robert Kerns Jr. and a sister, Barbara Fairbanks. Surviving are her brothers; Tom (Sandy) Kerns, John Kerns, and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, July 16, 2024 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Richard A. Henry Funeral Home & Cremation Services, with Recitation of The Rosary to follow at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Rev. Jacob Thomas, Celebrant. Interment will follow the Mass at Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church or the charity of one’s choice. Memories and condolences may be left for the family at www. Henryfuneralhome.org