James Hansman

James Martin Hansman, age 71, of Shelby Twp. passed away September 9, 2013. Beloved husband of Sydne nee Chapoton for 43 years. Loving father of Carrie Carl Adams and Jonathan Ashley Hansman. Proud grandfather of Emily Adams, Harper Hansman and the late Avery Adams. Dear Brother-in-law of Carolyn C. Kent Wood. Mr. Hansman was a very artistic man who enjoyed photography, weaving, and jewelry. He was a builder with a building license and enjoyed the trade, but first and foremost enjoyed building his family. His time was most preferably spent with his kids and grandkids. James graduated from Armada High School, and attended Port Huron Community College, Wayne State University, and Michigan State University ultimately earning his Ph.D. from Michigan State University. He went on to be a successful small business owner including ventures in a yarn shop and a computer shop. He was an educator and teacher who taught in Lake Orion Community Schools for many years. He earned both of his brokerage licenses in Michigan and Florida, after which he opened his own Real Estate School. Memorial visitation Saturday, September 14th from 10 a.m. until the time of the Memorial Service at 11 a.m. at The Utica United Methodist Church, 8650 Canal Road, Sterling Heights, Michigan 48314. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorials be directed to Children's Hospital of Michigan, 3901 Beaubien Blvd., Detroit, MI. 48201 or The Ronald McDonald House, 3911 Beaubien Blvd., Detroit, MI. 48201. Please share a memory at www.sullivanfuneraldirectors.com