Walter Hanson's obituary , Passed away on June 28, 2025 in Newport News, Virginia

Walter Hanson

September 4, 1936 - June 28, 2025 (88 years old)

Newport News, Virginia

Walter Hanson's obituary , Passed away on June 28, 2025 in Newport News, Virginia

Funeral arrangement under the care of
W J Smith & Son Funeral Home

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Walter Hanson

September 4, 1936 - June 28, 2025 (88 years old)

Newport News, Virginia

Walter Hanson Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Walter Hanson (Newport News, Virginia), who passed away on June 28, 2025, at the age of 88, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Walter Hanson to pay them a last tribute.

In the vast expanse of eternity, Walter shall find rest, cradled in the arms of everlasting peace. And as we bid Walter farewell, his loved ones carry with them the precious gift of his memory, a beacon of hope guiding them through the shadows of sorrow towards the light of a new dawn.

He was loved and cherished by many people including married to his wife for 57 years and had children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 2nd 2025 at 2:00 PM at the W. J. Smith and Son Funeral Home (210 Harpersville Rd, Newport News, VA 23601).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
W J Smith & Son Funeral Home



Sat

Aug 02

Memorial service

2:00 PM

W.J. Smith and Son Funeral Home
210 Harpersville Rd, Newport News, VA 23601

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