Hans A. Andreasen, 78 passed away on June 10, 2020. He was the son to the late Anna and Hans D. Andreasen.
Hans was a graduate of Metropolitan Vocational High School, attending school on the historic SS John W Brown. Later in life Hans returned to his roots, volunteering with Project Liberty Ship helping restore and maintain the John Brown vessel.
Following high school, Hans began his seagoing service as a merchant Mariner, after which he served in the US Coast Guard. A strong athlete with the sea in his blood, Hans was a member of the Esso Baltimore Lifeboat World Champion Crew during this time.
Following his service, Hans joined the NYPD and soon made the ranks of detective as a key member of both the major case squad and the tactical patrol force.
After retiring from the NYPD, Hans served as assistant Vice President of executive protection with Merrill Lynch and played a major role in international security at a number of Olympic Games, including Sarajevo, Los Angeles, Seoul, Albertville, and Barcelona.
Hans had a variety of eclectic interests and hobbies, which included master of the Freemasons New Dorp Lodge No. 1092, playing the snare drum with the Richmond County Pipes and Drums and the Staten Island Pipers, and writing creative recipes and poetry.
Hans had a broad taste in music and could often be found creating a gourmet meal in the kitchen while listening to Mozart or sitting on the beautiful deck that he built, with a Becks beer in hand, while blasting Jimmy Buffet.
Later in life, Hans spent some years volunteering at the Noble Maritime Collection at Snug Harbor, putting his expert craftsmanship and carpentry talents to work keeping the museum in working shape while also restoring its many exhibits.
Hans will be remembered as an avid NY Giants fan, devoted dog dad to his beloved Duffy, loving, protective, and loyal husband, father, and Pop Pop.
Hans’s spirit lives on through his wife of 53 years, Paula, his sister, Norma, his children John, Kristine (Tommy Shashaty), and Kari (Gerry Gebhart), and his grandchildren, Kirsten, Jack, Kasey, Kelly, and Erik. Hans was preceded in death by his sisters Sue Nybro and Marion Swift.
A memorial gathering will be held at Cherubini McInerney Funeral Home, 1289 Forest Ave. on Thursday, June 18, 2020 from 2pm-6pm with a blessing at 5:30pm.
In lieu of flowers, Hans requested that donations be made in his honor to the Staten Island chapter of Louie’s Legacy and to Providence Animal Center in Media, PA, “so some little animals will have a little more chance at life on this planet.”
Service
Memorial Gathering
Cherubini McInerney Funeral Home
1289 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, New York 10302
Thursday, June 18, 2020
2:00pm - 6:00pm
Blessing
Cherubini McInerney Funeral Home
1289 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, New York 10302
Thursday, June 18, 20205:30pm - 6:00pm
M.Torres says
May the Angels lead him into Paradise… sail away Hans…Myrna🇺🇸👮🏻🐾
Raymond Doyle says
We all have lost a great man and dear friend. He shall never be forgotten Love and deepest sympathy to his wonderful wife and Family.
Celia Manlove says
I am so sorry for your loss. Heartfelt prayers and sympathy to all of you.
I have many fond memories of Uncle Hans. May he Rest In Peace.
Mickey O’Brien says
To Paula, my deepest condolences to you. Always admired both of you and the love you showed to my Cate. I have many great BSS memories of The good times we all shared. You’ll be in my thoughts and prayers.
To John, Kristine and Kari, You had a wonderful dad….Keep him close to your heart. I know he will always look over you. Mickey
Laura Esposito says
Hans was a beloved friend who will truly be missed. God bless his soul and my deepest condolences to his family. I will always remember the great times we shared. Laurie Esposito
Maggie Arlotta says
Dear Paula and family.
I write this remembering what a kind and funny man Hans always was. My sincere condolences to you all now. Knowing how loved he was hopefully eases some of your pain. Many fine memories made in my younger years, especially when we were all together at family BBQs. Babysitting the kids so you all could all go out for dinner at the Jersey Shore. Fun times. I don’t know where the time goes but it sure flies by quickly.
In our thoughts.
Love,
Maggie & Tom Arlotta and family.
Carolyn says
What a beautiful man, family, legacy and hero. While I never met you, I know your daughter Kari…that says it all.
ANN MATSON says
My deepest and heartfelt sympathies to all the family !! Uncle Hans is with the best of the best now, may he rest in eternal peace !
Bill Krebs says
My sincere condolences to the family. Worked with Hans in TPF. Blessed are the peace keepers. RIP
Norma Swift Fennell says
Dear Norma,My son Tim sent me Hans’ obituary. Please give my condolences to his wife and family also and save lots of love for you. Hans was always a handsome young man and he certainly made his life a meaningful one.You have certainly lost many siblings,which is always hard. Your sister Marion,my sister-in-law ,was a lovely person. She had so much sadness but always handled it well. I lost track of her and felt badly that I didn’t send you a note.May Hans and your sisters Rest In Peace.
John Ryszetnyk III says
Fair Winds and Following Seas Mr. Andreasen. Our deepest sympathies to Mrs. Andreasen, John, Kristine, Kari and the entire family, you are in our prayers.
Linda Warner says
Paula and family, Kenny and I were so saddened to hear of Hans’ passing. You have our love and condolences and pray that you will find peace in the wonderful memories that you all share.