Clay Darwin Hanson

Clay Darwin Hanson, age 64 of Cherokee, IA, passed away Monday, July 8, 2024, at a Sioux City, IA hospital. The family invites you to the celebration of life to share stories and laughs in honor of Clay. The celebration of life memorial will be held at the Greenwood-Schubert Funeral Home on  Saturday, August 31, 2024, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Cherokee, IA. The Greenwood-Schubert Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.greenwoodfuneral.com.

Clay D. Hanson, the son of  Lawrence and Norma ( Benson) Hanson, was born November 21, 1959, in Cherokee, IA.

Clay enjoyed working with his hands. He did construction work and roofing for many years. He enjoyed helping family and friends with odd projects. He loved to draw and was an avid collector of all things. He loved motorcycles, music and visiting the casino with family and friends.

On July 8, 2024, Clay passed away in Sioux City, IA, at the age of 64. He was preceded in death by his mother, Norma Benson Hanson, and brother, Jamie Hanson.

He is survived by his father, Lawrence Hanson of Cherokee, IA; three children, Ashley (Greg) Patten of Danbury, IA, Jamie (Dana) Hanson of Danbury, IA, and Kate (Steve) German of Ankeny, IA; four grandchildren: Kaeson, Kael and Daelyn Hanson and Hayden German; one sister, Kim Carter; as well as other relatives and friends.