Also known as Heather Oreno

Oct. 7, 1976 – Sept. 1, 2024

Heather Hansen, our incredibly beautiful mother, was taken from us far too soon. She dedicated her life to her children, always putting our happiness and well-being first. She was endlessly proud of our achievements and supported us in everything we did.

One of our mom’s proudest moments, beyond raising her four wonderful children, was the birth of her two grandsons. Her heart overflowed with joy as she embraced her new role as a grandmother, cherishing every moment with them.

Heather had a deep love for the outdoors and a passion for family traditions, especially during the holidays. She loved Christmas and always went above and beyond to make it magical for her children. She loved making home-cooked meals and was very creative in everything she did, always finding joy in making memories with her family.

Heather was the kind of friend everyone hopes to have, the kind you only get once in a lifetime. Her loyalty knew no bounds, and she valued every friendship deeply, especially the bond she shared with her best friends, Kami and Rachelle. Her warmth, generosity, and unwavering kindness made her an irreplaceable presence in the lives of those lucky enough to call her a friend.

Heather attended Manti High School and Snow College, and during the summer before her senior year, she welcomed her first child into the world. Despite the challenge of raising a child while attending school, it didn’t affect her education. In 1995 she graduated with honors and earned an associate degree in science. She also pursued construction management and was proud to compete as part of Snow College’s national team at the National Home Builders Convention.

Her life was tragically cut short, leaving a lasting legacy of love and kindness. Heather is survived by her four children: Trinity (Josh) Broadbent, Payton (Alyssa) Oreno and their children Jax James and Hudson James, Dalaney (Colton) Oreno-Tate, and Coehn Oreno. She is also survived by her siblings: Jamison (Jen) Sanders, Amy (Ryan) Link, Crissy Williams, and Melissa Dutson. She is preceded in death by her mother Tanya Hansen, and her grandmother Beverly Hansen.

Join us in celebrating Heather’s life on Monday, Oct. 14, 2024, at Camp Wapiti, Settlement Canyon, at 1 to 9 p.m. In lieu of traditional condolences, crank up the music, dance until your feet hurt, and send a smile skyward.