Funeral services for Gregory Hanson, 37, of Pollock will be at 2 PM, Friday, November 8, 2024, at Pollock Lutheran Church. The burial will be the Spring Creek Cemetery under the direction of Kesling Funeral Home of Mobridge. Visitation will start at 5 PM Thursday with a prayer service at 7 PM at Kesling Funeral Home.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Gregory Dane Hanson, aged 37, on November 2, 2024. A beloved son, brother, and devoted uncle, Greg left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of knowing him. His warmth, humor, and generous spirit will forever remain in our hearts.

Gregory was born on October 5, 1987 to Wayne and Nancy (Ross) Hanson of Pollock, S.D., at the Mobridge Regional Hospital. Greg was welcomed to the family by an older sister, Paige, and later the family was completed by younger brother, Keith. Greg was raised in Pollock, was baptized, confirmed, and attended the Pollock Lutheran Church, and graduated from Pollock High School. It was in this community where Greg developed a deep love for family, friends, and community.

While in high school, Greg was very involved in sports, drama, and music. He played football for the Campbell County Express, basketball for Pollock Bulldogs. He participated in one-act plays, musicals, and anything dramatic. His passion was for music. Anyone who knew Greg, knew of his love of singing, music, and playing air-drums or air-guitar. He had a steady beat in his head always and was usually humming or singing some song. In high school he was a caring and inclusive friend and classmate. He spoke bluntly and to the point, but always had his heart in the right place.

After high school Greg attended Augustana University for four years in Sioux Falls, S.D. where he studied theater. He met many friends while in Sioux Falls and those friends were cherished.

Greg moved back to the Pollock area in 2010 where he lived the rest of his life. He worked for many years at Dairy Concepts in Pollock before starting work at One World and at Payless Foods in Mobridge in the meat department. Gregory joined the Masonic Temple in 20–. He was a very proud member of the organization and joined the Shriners Canters, the singing group. As a Mason, he dedicated himself to the principles of brotherhood, charity and was eager to support his community and fellow members. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church while he lived in the Mobridge area and was a member of the church choir and for a while church president and Luther League advisor.

Greg was uncle to Clayton, Madison, Bryce, and Pierce. Uncle Greg was more than an uncle- he was a friend, mentor, hero, and teacher. He filled their lives with joy and laughter, whether by cheering them on from the sidelines of his niece’s basketball games, attending their concerts and special events, teaching them to throw a mean spiral football, playing games at every family supper, sharing stories, and teasing them. Greg was extremely proud of each of them and loved them deeply. They often fought over who was “Uncle Greg’s favorite.” He was, and always will be their biggest fan.

A passionate sport enthusiast, Greg had an unbreakable loyalty to the Denver Broncos, as much as his sister tried to break him of it. He was also a loyal fan of the Chicago White Sox, Colorado Avalanche, and Notre Dame football. His knowledge of the games and enthusiasm for sports was unmatched.

In addition to sports Greg had an immense love for music. Music was a lifelong passion that he generously shared with everyone around him. He had the unique ability to find the perfect song for any moment, and could recognize almost any song, from gospel to rap to country. He loved it all. His voice was a pure tenor and he shared his gift with everyone he could. His favorite band was Green Day, who earlier this year he finally got to see in concert.

Beyond sports and music, Greg’s real gift was his heart and love of family. His love of family and friends was reflected daily. His compassion, humor, and dedication made the person everyone could rely on. Quick to lend a hand or share a laugh, he made every gathering brighter. He was a peace maker, a quiet leader.

While his journey may have ended too soon, Greg left a profound mark on everyone who had the privilege to know him. He taught us to live life fully, celebrate the little moments, and hold tightly to those we love. He will be deeply missed, and his memory will live on in the hearts of his parents, siblings, niece and nephews, extended family, friends, and all whose lives he touched.

Greg passed peacefully after a year long battle with colorectal cancer which he faced with courage, grace, and bravery. He faced each day head on with unbreakable will and inspired everyone around him with his courage and positivity even in the face of unthinkable challenges.

Gregory Dane Hanson is survived by his parents, Wayne and Nancy (Ross) Hanson of Pollock; siblings Paige (PJ) Meyer of Mobridge and Keith Hanson of Minneapolis; nephews and niece, Clayton Ross of Pollock, Madison Ross, Bryce Meyer, and Pierce Meyer all of Mobridge; aunts and uncles, Kathy (Ross) Heffernan of Wecota, SD; Gunnar Ross of Sioux City, IA; Martha (Ross) Good of Avoca, IA; Janette Hanson and Don Dittes of Appleton, MN; Steve Hanson and Mary Zuelke of Mankato, MN ; John Hanson of Cape Coral, FL; numerous cousins and extended family and friends that became family including the Geigle and Larson families.

Preceding Gregory in death are his grandparents, Gordon and Betty (Olson) Hanson, Clayton and Jacquetta (Edwards) Ross; great-grandmother, Edris (Grant) Edwards; uncles, Harold Hanson, Steve Heffernan, Mark Good; great uncles, Bob Ross, Jake Edwards

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