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Sean Hanley Obituary

Sean Patrick Hanley
AIKEN, SC - Sean Patrick Hanley, 42, died unexpectedly in Costa Rica.
Born in Detroit, Michigan, he was the beloved son of Mary Francesca Calabro (Randy Scott) and Patrick Dennis Hanley (Susan) of Richmond, Va. The rest of the family includes: sister, Lara Elisabeth Herbolsheimer (Brad, with children Charlotte, Ethan, and Colin) of Glenview, Ill., siblings Brendan Hanley and Kate Hanley Mostrom, and Cwon (his cat).
He grew up in Saline, Michigan where he tried the patience of his parents. He was a devil! He attended several schools (Saline High School, Aiken Technical College, and USC of Columbia) and the School of Hard Knocks. The quintessential epicure, he became a fabulous restaurateur. He owned Momo's Bistro in Columbia, SC and his reputation of first class ambiance, service, and food and wine are legendary. How he loved sharing his culinary finesse and gift of gab with family and friends. His customers and staff loved his wit and irreverence. When his heath required retirement from the food industry, he went in search of another profession.
He reinvented himself and decided on the path of veterinary medicine. His love of animals was passed to him by his mom, Mary. He graduated as a Veterinary Assistant from Aiken Technical College and began another career with Veterinary Services. He enjoyed fostering strays and caring for less fortunate animals. He volunteered at Pawmetto Lifeline, Columbia, SC and supported Bark in the Park for years. He was kind and patient to all species of animals.
He left us too soon, but we rejoice for having known him. Who will ever forget that tilt of the head, uplift of eyebrows, and smile? His "Seanisms" could lift you out of the boring, trying details of life and work. He did so much to please so many.
Sean, you had all of us with your first "Hello" and smile. We toast and salute you. Start planning the celebration for when we all meet up again.
A celebration of Sean is being planned and will take place at St. Mary Help of Christians Church in Aiken, SC and in Columbia, SC. Details will be forthcoming. Memorials may be made to Pawmetto Lifeline or the AmericanFoundation for Suicide Prevention.

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Published by Aiken Standard and North Augusta Star on Sep. 30, 2014.

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Mary Calabro

September 24, 2024

Ten years, Sean. And I miss you as terribly as that first day.

Jennifer Anne Harrington

January 8, 2024

I love you, Sean Patrick Hanley.

Niki Lollis High

September 25, 2023

I miss you, my friend. I just miss you. That's all I got right now. It's a tough time right now. I feel you holding me up. Thank you. Love you.

Mary F Calabro

September 24, 2022

My son - I miss you every minute of every day. My life has not been the same since you left it. Until we meet again.

Mary Calabro

September 24, 2020

It’s been six long years, son. I think of you every single day, and not a day goes by that I miss your smile, your wisdom and your wicked sense of humor. I will see you when the Lord sees fit to call me home. Till then, and always, I love you. ❤ Mom

Michelle Stites

June 21, 2018

I just want to let you know that I have missed you so much, I know we didn't keep in touch always, but I thought of you often. Till we meet again my forever friend xoxo
I can't believe you are no longer with us, but forever in my heart!

Joanne Hay

October 7, 2014

I'm so very, very sorry to hear the news of Sean's passing. Thinking of you Steve...my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Peace and Blessings.

Joanne

Ken Rueter

October 3, 2014

Steve

So sorry to hear about this news. The world has lost a great chef and you a son. Ruth and I's heart goes out to you and your loss. You and the entire family will be in our prayers and thoughts.

God bless and speed to Sean

Ken

Allison and Phil Love

October 2, 2014

We always loved being with Sean, from The Rhino Room to MoMo's and after he left MoMo's. He was always cheerful, funny and made our days brighter. He was a friend on top of everything! He had a loyal following and we were two of his huge fans! We will miss him along with so many others! Our sympathy, thoughts and prayers!

Veronica Swain Kunz

October 2, 2014

Sean Patrick! My favorite guy friend for many years. The Rhino Room was THE place to be because he drew people like magnets. He was hilarious, very sharp and so smart. And who's more handsome? Devilish, absolutely! That's what made him great ... he was TERRIBLE, in the best way! We love you so much, Sean. Peace to his friends and family.

Patty Clarke

October 2, 2014

Prayers for you Mary and your family.

Samantha and Sophia Mays

October 1, 2014

Gosh how I am going to miss you. You were my buddy since the first day I met you. You always had my back and gave the best advice. I loved that smile of yours and Sophia loved you too. You were always kind to her giving her cookies now she has been looking for you and does not understand where you went but says shew misses you. You will always be loved and missed Sean. My heart goes out to your family.

Annette Van der Walt

October 1, 2014

Sean, I knew you briefly but felt that I knew you forever been friends with Mary. You came out to the shelter at a moment's notice to help us get dogs ready for transport, thank you. My spirit is with your family and friends tonight.

Mary Lou Seymour

October 1, 2014

Peace and love

Karen Peck

October 1, 2014

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Allison Foster

October 1, 2014

My heart goes out to Sean's family. We are so sorry for your loss. My husband and I knew Sean from his years with Momo's. Sean always made us feel welcome in a very personal way. He had a great ability to connect with others. May your hearts find peace.

Cliff Trotter

October 1, 2014

I never had the pleasure of meeting Sean but I had the good fortune to have grown up with his parents - Mary and Pat. I can tell by the comments that I have read about him that he possessed the same high standards of his mom and dad. Sean, Mary, Pat and the entire family are in my thoughts and prayers. Love to all.

Spencer Sturkie

October 1, 2014

I first met Sean in 2001 through the Rhino Room in Cola. He catored a function with Michael Fusco at the Heritage in HHI for Climatic. Great guy. Fun to be around. I have fond memories of those times. MoMo's and Mr. Friendly's too. RIP my friend.

Deloris Mungo

October 1, 2014

Sean was one of the kindest and most gentle people I have ever know. His love for animals was amazing, and he had a heart bigger than Texas. We all mourn the loss of this very special person who will live on in the hearts of his friends here in Columbia, SC We mourn his loss and want his family to know how much we all loved him. Deloris Mungo and all his friends from Pawmetto Lifeline.

Shani Gilchrist

October 1, 2014

Sean taught us everything we knew about wine and was somehow hanging around through my entire courtship, engagement and earlier years of my marriage. We'll miss that devilish smile he used to flash when he'd sit down at our table toward the end of a busy night in the restaurant. He taught an entire town how to appreciate the most gourmet meals without pretension. We've missed him since he left town, and miss him even more now.

Eddie Hull

September 30, 2014

Sorry to hear about this had a blast talking to him when staying at Hounds lake hotel in Aiken. He was a very kind person with a great personality.

Jeffrey Burkhalter

September 30, 2014

I am very sorry for your loss. I remember Sean throwing a day after Thanksgiving dinner while at USC for "all the kids that couldn't make it home from school to see their families". He was a good friend to many.

One of many special dinners with Sean!

Rita Morris

September 30, 2014

We 'girls' always enjoyed having our birthday dinners at MoMo's. Sean treated us special with hugs & graciously sent over free desserts and/or drinks. We had already been missing him, but will do so even more now. RIP Dear Sean

Mom

September 30, 2014

A light burning for you until we meet again.

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