Former resident of Montesano, Rolland (Rollie) Hanna died at age 90 as a result of a fall at home in Olympia. Rollie was a teacher and coach in Aberdeen, Washington, a scholar of history, geology and earth science, an avid reader, a sports enthusiast, a fine golfer and tennis player and most of all a beloved father and husband. He so enjoyed enlightening and encouraging his children, students in the classroom and young people around him. It pleased him that he was rewarded with their respect.

There was no limit to the love he gave or the joy and love he felt being with Mary and each of his children and grandchildren. His kindness and gentle heart will be greatly missed.

He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Mary Hanna, children; Mark Hanna and wife Jacquie, Denny Hanna, Joe Coulter and wife Jacquie, Catherine Coulter, Colleen Page and husband Michael; son-in-law Cris Wisner; 10 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Samuel Hanna and Mable Link; son, Randy Hanna; daughter, Rose Wisner; grandson, Michael Sutherby and great-grandson, Lucas Rolland Hanna.

A celebration of his life, Mass and burial of his ashes will be held on his birthday Sept. 17, at the Holyrood Catholic Cemetery in Shoreline, Washington.