IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Dana E.

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Hansen

November 30, 1962 – December 11, 2025

Obituary

Dana E. Hansen, age 62, of Bath, NY, and formally of Penn Yan, NY, passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center in Elmira, NY. Dana was born in Penn Yan on July 18, 1963, the son of late Sharon and Clarence Pinneo.

In addition to his mother and father, Dana is predeceased by his maternal grandparents, Ed and Frances Manley; a nephew, Nate Woodcock; and a grandson, Tabien Miles.

Dana is survived by his loving companion of 32 years, Angela S. Orr; 5 daughters, Brooke A. Hansen (Mike) of Hammondsport, NY, Chelsea B. Hansen (Joseph) of Elmira, NY, Tamahara Hansen (Stefan) of Penn Yan, NY, Kari Jo Hansen of Penn Yan, NY and Samantha (John) Northrup of Penn Yan, NY; 5 sisters, Helen (John) Kniffin, Vicki (Mike) Peterson, Becky (Lee) Pinneo, Barb (Phil) Viele, and Linda (Alen) Sorenson; 3 brothers, Jamie (Charlene) Pinneo, Steve (Diane) Pinneo and Rick (Ruth) Pinneo; 13 grandchildren, Madison, Liam, Landon, Akiya, Roshanna, Hadley, Cameron, Trevon, Thomas, Daymian, Brayden, Ryker, Laykyn; a great grandson, Dawson; along wiht 13 nieces and nephews, James, Tony, Devin, Alyssa, Andreanna, Lacey, Brittney, Quinn, Brandon, and Preston.

Dana will be remembered for the many ways he found joy in the outdoors and sharing it with those he loved. In his younger years, he was an avid hunter, finding peace and purpose in early mornings and quiet fields. That same patience and attention to detail carried onto his lifelong pride in lawncare. His yard was always meticulously kept, a reflection of his perfectionist nature and steady work ethic.

In his later years, some of his happiest moments were spent fishing with his grandkids, teaching them not just how to bait a hook or wait for a bite, but how to appreciate time together. These moments were often filled with his boisterous humor, and well-timed jokes delivered with a smile that made everyone at ease. He was also a devoted "gardening" hobbyist, tending to his plants with care and pride, finding satisfaction in watching things grow under his hands.

Family and friends are invited to call on Friday, December 19, 2025, from 5-6pm at Townsend-Wood & Zinger Funeral Home, 201 East Elm St., Penn Yan, NY. Dana's funeral service will follow at 6pm.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Dana's memory to the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America, National MS Society, P.O. Box 91891 Washington, D.C. 20090-1891.

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Townsend-Wood & Zinger Funeral Home

201 E. Elm Street, Penn Yan, NY 14527

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December
19

Townsend-Wood & Zinger Funeral Home

201 E. Elm Street, Penn Yan, NY 14527

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