Richard Hansen

Richard A. Hansen, age 83, of Winona, MN, died Thursday, October 22, 2026, at Winona Health.

Richard was born March 29, 1943, in Minneapolis, MN, the son of Richard and Gertrude (Betker) Hansen.

Dick graduated from Tyler High School in 1961. He went on to attend Mankato State University, where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Mathematics in 1965. Dick honorably served his country in the United States Air Force from 1965-1970, obtaining the rank of Captain. He was a B-52 instructor Navigator-Bombardier. During his service, he held top secret clearance, and flew in 177 combat missions. His decorations include: Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Medal with seven Oak Leaf Clusters, Presidential Unit Citation, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Champaign Medal, National Defense Service Medal, and Expert Marksman Medal.

Dick worked in sales positions for Honeywell and Lake Center Industries for many years.

Throughout his life, Dick enjoyed traveling and has lived in or visited Canada, Mexico, Guam, Okinawa, Thailand, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and most of the 50 states. He also enjoyed snow and water skiing, and loved playing golf.

Dick is survived by his children: Tina (Mike) Kupka, and Kurt Stolpa; and granddaughters: Emily, and Jessica Kupka.

He is preceded in death by his parents; granddaughter, Megan Kupka, and ex-wife Maureen.

Visitation for Dick will be held Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 2:00-4:00pm at Hoff Celebration of Life Center in Winona, MN.