Streamwood, Illinois,He was born in Dover, NJ on May 26, 1930 to Leslie and Henrietta nee Howell Hankinson. He married the love of his life, Helene Nicol, April 13, 1952. He enjoyed dining out, writing and being artist. He loved traveling and spending time with family. He is survived by his daughters, Lori (Rick) Nozaki, Karen Hankinson, Kimberly (David) Burk; one grandchild, Ryan Burk. He was preceded in death by his loving wife and his parents. In Lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 22538, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73123-1538.