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With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Deloris “Shortie� Hanson on May 17th, 2024.

Deloris was born in Silverton, Oregon, and passed away in LaPine, Oregon.

Deloris loved playing fastpitch softball. From 1954 to 1968, she showcased her talents in Silverton, later joining The Salem Shamrocks. Her outstanding contributions were honored with inductions into the Oregon Amateur Softball Hall of Fame in December 2014 and the Northwest Regional Hall of Fame in January 2016.

She is survived by her loving niece Wendy (Matthew) Shea, nephew Chris (Dulci) Hanson, great-niece MacKenzie Shea, and great-nephew Noah Shea. Deloris was preceded in death by her father, Monroe Hanson, mother, Maude Hanson, brother, Robert Hanson, and her longtime companion, Frances Bressler.

A service for inurnment will be held on June 22nd, 2024, at 1:00pm at Valley View Lutheran Cemetery in Silverton, Oregon.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Central Oregon Humane Society in Bend, Oregon, a cause close to Deloris’ heart.