Elmer J. Hanson, 81, of Poynette passed away Saturday, August 28, 2021 at his home. He was born November 14, 1939 in Rio, the son of Robert and Inga (Alme) Hanson.
Elmer graduated from Rio High School and proudly served in the U.S. Army National Guard. He was united in marriage to Joanne Mayr June 15, 1979 Elmer worked at the University of Wisconsin research farms for 31 years. In his past time, he enjoyed hunting, bird watching, and mowing his lawn.
Survivors include his wife Joanne; daughter Jennifer (Damon) Watts; grandsons AJ Treinen and Mason Treinen; several brothers, sisters-in-law and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Philip and Greg and sisters Lorraine and Roberta.
Graveside services with full military honors will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery Tuesday, September 7 at 11 AM.
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