Ronald Hanna Obituary

I remember him from my early years at Stiles Point, he wasn't above coming out and playing football with us on the playground. I too just noticed that he passed and he will always be remembered for the positive influence he had on us "island boys".

I would like to say that it was a joy to cook, care and laugh with the Hanna's. Ron was joy to be around. Love you Charlotte.

Just found out that Coach Hanna had passed away. I use that title with respect as he was one of my early role models. I always enjoyed bumping in to him on rare occasions over the years. My prayers and sympathy to the entire family. He will be missed.

So sorry to hear of Mr Hanna’s death. Prayers to the family, especially Mrs Hanna, Ron & Kay, and Martha. Loved the picture!❤

Mr. Hanna made such a difference in so many of our children's lives. He was a kind, dedicated principal at Stiles Point Elementary. School for many years. My two daughters were blessed to have Mr. Hanna as part of their life. Thank you Mr. Hanna for being one of the best of the best.

He was coach while I was at Bishop England 1960-1964. I was girls basketball manager and friends with many on championship team.He was so nice and always a positive influence.

Your family has been in my thoughts and prayers. I was unable to attend the services which broke my heart. Mr. Hanna was truly a remarkable person. My children grew in his presence as their principal. I had the pleasure of watching him in retirement still have a great influence to the next generations through the Kaleidoscope Program.

May you rest in peace Mr. Hanna

I was so sorry to hear about Mr. Hanna´s passing. I had the honor of having him as a principal and then later as a basketball coach. He was an incredible man. My condolences. These are some of my favorite pictures of him.

I remember Mr. Hanna as being one of the most caring and positive individuals I have had the pleasure to know. His love of children was so evident in his daily behaviors such as opening car doors , even in the rain, greeting students by their names, and sitting at lunch with children who were experiencing sadness. The world needs more individuals like Mr. Ron Hanna.

Mr. Hanna had such a huge positive impact on so many children it was remarkable. My four children flourished at Stiles Point under Mr Hanna-best Principal ever. God bless you Mr Hanna!

Mr. Hanna supported his students, parents and teachers. It was a privilege to work with him. Mr. Hanna teased that we were cousins but even though we weren’t, I was proud to be his make believe cousin. His joy was contagious! My sincere condolences go to Mr. Hanna's family.

I was sorry to learn today of Ron's passing. I knew many years and played on several basketball teams with him. He was a fine man who I am proud to be able to say he was, and remember him as my friend. While we lost contact over the years as I moved around for business, I never forgot the good times, the great and positive attitude, and his love of serving his fellow human beings.

Uncle Ron was a rare soul. He was always smiling and cheerful. He made everyone feel like they were the most important person in the world when he talked to you. He has been an inspiration to everyone who has ever know him. He made you want to be better and to laugh at things when they go wrong because they will always get better. He will truly be missed. I'm sorry I can't be there, but I am always going to keep y'all in my prayers.

Ron Hanna was a kind and generous man, a sterling example for all who new him. He coached me in basketball at BEHS and was the Principal for my children at Stiles Point. He remained a friend for life for which I am grateful. His wonderful family will remain in our thoughts and prayers. Mike Duffy

I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Hanna was such a great leader, coach, and mentor in the James Island community. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. May the peace of Christ, which surpasses all understanding, hold your hearts. In Christ,

Our Heavenly Father holds our hand and when our steps grow weak and we wonder how we will go on, it is then we surrender to The Lord Almighty to live with Him in peace and harmony for eternity. God blessed us with an amazing man who gave to all throughout his life. I know it is true by reading all the comments from all who knew and loved Mr. Hanna throughout his lifetime.

Loved Coach Hannah. I was a student when he was at Bishop England. He was a great coach and person. So sorry for your loss

John and I are so sorry for your loss. John health prevents me from attending the funeral. You and your family are in our prayers

Coach Hanna was a more-than-patient shepherd to a generation of rascals at the James Island Y in the 70’s and beyond. Great Citadel Man, RIP.

I have many memories of Ron when we both were coaching and teaching in the early '60 s. He was always friendly and engaging to everyone and I found him a pleasure to talk to. Sincere sympathy to the family.

To the loved ones of Mr. Hanna Sr.,

My condolences goes out to you all. Thank you for sharing him for so many years to the Community of James Island, SC. He has touched many lives along the years and I pray God grant you all strength and peace during these trying times.

My deepest condolences to the Hanna family, his close friends, former students, and all who loved him and grieved his passing.
My youngest children attended Stiles Point Elementary in the late 1980's and they fondly recall Mr. Hanna's caring and approachable spirit. In fact, they still remember his cheerful, smiling face welcoming them into the school each morning.

While serving on the PTA board, SIT committee, and as a volunteer for various activities at Stiles Point, I frequently had the opportunity to interact with him. He was always sociable and warm. It was a pleasure to just be in his presence.

I will also miss seeing his face in and around James Island. We seem to typically run into each other at Walmart. I could count on a cheerful greeting and a friendly smile from him.

Ron and Kay, our prayers are with you guys....in your sorry, know that Coach Hanna left this world a better place...a great man....God Bless your family and grant you peace.

Mr. Hanna was a wonderful man and such a positive role model to so many children and young people. I attended Stiles Point Elementary while he was there and just thought the world of him. Men of his caliber are few and far between. I hope your wonderful memories of him bring you peace and joy. Keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers. - Paula Clark Marion

Both my children attended Stiles Point and I was so impressed with Mr. Hanna's kindness, friendliness, and infectious enthusiasm. He always met each child with a smile when he opened their car door, and even more amazing was that he knew all their names. He was a wonderful person and role model for the lucky children who attended his school.

I first knew Mr Hanna as my good friend Martha´s Dad . He was always smiling and welcoming , and was at every Fort Johnson High School game or event. Martha, I´m so very sorry for your loss. I know each of you will miss your Dad terribly. I later knew him well as the Principal at Stiles Point Elementary where both of my daughters attended. What a special soul he was, greeting the kids happily every morning on arrival and sending them off every afternoon as they departed. His smile was genuine as were his actions, he truly wanted the best for every single child. He poured his love and attention into Stiles Point. There were many of us parents back then who were really grieving and wondering how we could ever be as happy with our kids schools after experiencing Stiles Point!
My family will never forget such a kind, sweet genuine man.

Mr. Hanna was my principal at Stiles Point and his grandson Branch and I were good friends in childhood. I am very sorry to hear of Mr. Hanna's passing, but grateful for his legacy as a wonderful educator and kind man. My condolences to all of you and peace be with you.

Sincerely,

Ian Funderburg

I am so sorry to read about Mr. Hannah. He was a wonderful man. I am so thankful I was able to know him as a kid/young man growing up on James Island. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Mr. Hanna was principal at Stiles Point when I was a teacher there. He was responsible for having my name listed in Who´s Who in America´s Teachers. When I moved to FL, he gave me a glowing reference. What a wonderful principal and man he was! ( My name at the time was Whittet)

It was an honor to know Ron Hanna. We traveled together several times. Always a pleasure.

"Capt." Hanna and I started at Porter in 1956: he as a new teacher; I as a 7th grader. He was pleasant and enthusiastic and I enjoyed his Phys. Ed class. In eighth grade, he taught us science.
From that class I remember only one incident. In illustrating some principle we weren't grasping, he finally tore a dollar bill in half. Always penniless, I was aghast. He made his point. Sixty years later, I reminded him of this. He didn't remember it. I remembered only that dollar.
The most meaningful lessons he taught me resonated when I became a teacher: treat your students with respect and friendliness and listen attentively when they tell you something.
I seldom saw Ron, but I knew he was in the world doing good. I am happy that I knew him and am deeply sorry we have lost him.
Lori, do you remember, "Lisa, Lisa, Lori, Lisa"?

There are not enough words to portray what a wonderful man Ron Hannah was. He always had a smile, remembered your name and just made you feel that you were important to him and that is a God given trait. He love God, Charlotte and family and I am so sorry you have lost this wonderful man , but you can find peace, knowing the heavenly rejoicing was tremendous when he walked through those gates for a job well done on earth. Joanie Rugheimer Clute

My sincere condolences to the entire family, may he rest in peace. The Wright Family

Ron & Kay, my thoughts & prayers are with y'all. Much love....

Mr. Hanna was one of a kind. A very nice man. My daughters went to SPES, I had the pleasure of seeing him everyday.
A very pleasant person to be around.
Sending prayers to his family, friends and the JI community.

Sorry to hear this news. Mr. Hanna was a awesome man. He will be missed.

What a privilege to have known Ron. I knew Ron from his work at the Spartanburg YMCA, James Island YMCA and SPES. Always a caring man who made you feel good to be around, a good team mate and always had a positive attitude. He will be missed.

I was honored to be a parent with a child and foster children at SPES, work as a teacher for Ron & as an Assistant Principal for CCSD with Ron. He was a great people person. He will be missed by many in his family, friends, & the community!

Mr. Hanna was one of the nicest men we ever met. He, along we Mrs. Hanna, would often invite our son, Alex along for play dates when they had their grandson Branch. They always made Alex feel like he was one of their grands and treated us like one of the family. Ron and Kay, our condolences .
Jack and Robin McCarthy

My thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the days to come. Find comfort in each other and the beautiful lifetime of love and memories you have. Mr. Ron was truly a great Man! His sweet, grandfatherly way and his nurturing, gentleness made for the PERFECT Principal. Someone who could care for THAT many children MUST have a huge heart! When I was at Stiles Point, I thought he was really nice! ( as was the case for probably MOST of James Island)! Being 10 years old, he reminded me of my Granddaddy, later I found out that we WERE family and I Always thought that was really neat. I am STILL proud to say that! He sent me a very nice condolence message when he found out that Daddy had passed (Gus Pontiff 2016). That really meant a lot because Daddy cared about him a lot. You are all loved dearly by everyone around so soak up the hundreds of well wishers and our memories. I pray that they comfort and cheer you throughout this terribly sad time and may you smile a little bigger or laugh a little bit harder when the stories, memories and love flood your minds instead of the sadness and pain. You may have lost your husband, father and granddad, BUT Heaven has gained an Angel who will always be there to watch over and protect you all. As the last remaining Pontiff, sending much love to you now and ALWAYS!!!

Mr. Hanna was one of the kindest, most caring men I have ever known. My children and I were blessed to have have him as a mentor and a friend.

Ron was our Coach when we won the SC Basketball Championship in 1963. More importantly, he was a Good Man and a Good Father. He will be missed. Ron Hanna, RIP