Donald D. Hansen, 79, a resident of Mount Vernon, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, October 21, 2006. Don was born on November 19, 1926 in Burlington, Washington to Marion L. Hansen and Ruth (Lay) Hansen. He was raised and attended school in Mount Vernon. In June, 1944, at age 17, he enlisted in the United States Navy and served aboard the USS Hadley. He fought in the battle of Okinawa where he was awarded a purple heart. He was honorably discharged in June, 1946. On March 6, 1948 he married Willa Davenport at the Free Methodist Church in Burlington, WA. They made their home in Mount Vernon where Don owned and operated Hansen's Shell and Hansen's Mobil service stations in Mount Vernon for 42 years, retiring in 1987. Don was a member of Avon United Methodist Church and a life member of the Elks and Moose Lodges. He was also a member of the Disabled American Veterans. Don's interests included bowling, camping, boating, dancing, and traveling. Don took great pride in mowing his lawn and plowing his field on his tractor. In the winter he and his wife Willa enjoyed their time together in Desert Hot Springs, California. Don's greatest love was his family and spending time with them. He loved life and lived it to the fullest. He brought happiness and laughter to everyone. He was preceded in death by his mother and father; two brothers, Paul Hansen and Lloyd Hansen; and a sister, Helen Banks. Don is survived by his loving wife, Willa of 58 years; 4 children: Barbara (Stephen) Murphy, Larry (Lori) Hansen, Donna Bailey (Tom Burnham), and Danny Hansen (Linda Summers); 8 grandchildren: Gregg (Kati) Collins, Kevin (Niki) Collins, Scott Collins, Stephanie Cheek, Jacob Cheek, Roxanne Bailey, Vanessa Bailey, and Courtney Cline; 3 great-grandchildren: Kain, Owen, and Kaydn Collins; 2 nieces, Paulann (Willis) Moore, and Susan Hansen; 2 nephews, David (Meg) Banks and Gary (Diane) Banks; as well as nnumerous extended Family members. The family wishes to thank all of Don's friends for their love, prayers and concerns and to Skagit Hospice for the special care that was given. The family requests that memorials be made to Skagit Hospice or to Children's Hospital. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, October 26, 2006 at 4:00 p.m. at Avon United Methodist Church in Mount Vernon.