On Sunday, January 1, 2023, Malinda Marie Hansen, my wife, best friend, and super sidekick was suddenly called to her everlasting home by her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Mindy was born on August 10, 1974, to William "Wild Bill" & Bernie Schmitt. Mindy's family was always her passion. She always enjoyed being at her family's farmhouse in Wild Rose, WI. Mindy had five sisters and brothers; Terry (Bob) Beder, Jeff Schmitt, Ronald Schmitt, Scott Schmitt, and Brenda (Matt) Hammack. Her love was shared with her nieces & nephews, Josh, Joelle, Courtney, Kayla, Ben, Justin, Jake, Amber, and Logan.

On July 15, 1994, Mindy married Eric D. Hansen in front of the beautiful Washington County Courthouse. Her sister and best friend, Brenda, stood beside her as her maid of honor while her other sister, Terry, assisted with everything else that needed to be done on that blessed day.

Mindy was the extremely proud mother of two wonderfully energetic boys who always took time out of their busy schedules to be there for all her health issues; Spencer Ace (Katherine Elizabeth) and Samuel David.

Mindy was blessed to be able to spend a lot of quality time with her three grandchildren; Oscar David, Owen Scott, and Scarlette Anna Lee. She would always proudly wear her grandma shirt every time she could.

Mindy was full of Joy. Whenever she walked into a room she filled it with laughter and happiness. She was always willing to help anyone who was in need of a shoulder to cry on, ear to listen, and biggest hugs.

Mindy loved camping with her camping family who make up the Hartford Y-Knots. Mindy also enjoyed working on big puzzles. Mindy involved herself by bowling with her Wednesday bowling league at Pla-Mor Lanes.

Part of her biggest family came from T-Bones which was turned into Twisted Tap in New Holstein. Linda Lou and Candy were always there to help Mindy with whatever problem arose. She made several friends who became family. Mindy would always make things interesting and entertaining with her amazing spirit and happiness.

Preceding Mindy in death were several aunts, uncles, cousins, other family, and friends.

Funeral services will be held at 6:00 PM on Friday, January 13, 2023, at the Sippel Funeral Home, 2618 Altona Avenue, New Holstein, WI 53061.

Visitation: Family and friends may visit with Mindy's family at the Sippel Funeral Home in New Holstein on Friday, January 13th from 2:00 PM until 6:00 PM.