Brian L. Hanson, 52, of Saginaw, passed away Oct. 26, 2013 in Essentia Health in Duluth.  He was born July 14, 1961 to Chester and Gloria Hanson.  He was preceded in death by a stillborn son Craig Ryan in 1979. Brian is survived by his parents, brother Kevin (Tracey), nephew Taylor, and a niece Tiffany all of Duluth. A special "Thank You" to Dr. Kristin Knopke, and the ICU at Essentia Health. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday Nov. 1, 2013 at 1PM in Sunrise Funeral Home.   Arrangements by Sunrise Funeral Home.  To leave an online condolence see www.sunrisefuneralhomeandcemetery.com.