Arkansas
Remembering Chizu Hansche: A Creative Spirit from Pensacola Beach
Chizu Hansche, 82, resident of Pensacola Beach, FL passed away on February 13, 2026, following recent health complications. Chizu was born in Tokyo, Japan, on August 5, 1943, to Hiroshi and Soeko Matsui. She was preceded in death by her…
Key points
- Chizu Hansche, a creative resident of Pensacola Beach, passed away at the age of 82.
- She was known for her love of art, fashion, and golf, which she shared with her family.
- Funeral services will take place on July 9, 2026, with donations encouraged for First Tee Gulf Coast.
Chizu Hansche, an 82-year-old resident of Pensacola Beach, Florida, passed away on February 13, 2026, after facing recent health challenges. Originally from Tokyo, Japan, she was born on August 5, 1943, to Hiroshi and Soeko Matsui. Chizu is preceded in death by her husband, William Andrew “Bill” Hansche, her parents, and her brother, Kyoichi Matsui.
Chizu is survived by her daughter, Luticia M. Hansche Boozer, her husband Greg, and her two grandsons, Keiji S. Boozer and Kaelen G. Boozer. A life rich in creativity and beauty, Chizu had a passion for art and fashion from an early age. She studied fashion design in Japan before furthering her education in art at Central Arkansas University.
Before marrying Bill, she worked at a fashion design firm in Japan, where she utilized her artistic abilities for various advertising projects. Their paths crossed when he was stationed at Tachikawa Air Force Base, leading to a life filled with travel and cultural experiences worldwide.
Chizu treasured moments spent playing golf, a passion she developed while living in Arkansas. Following Bill’s passing in 2024, she moved to Florida and volunteered with First Tee Gulf Coast, sharing her love of golf with younger generations.
After living in Hawaii for 17 years, where she painted and made lasting friendships, Chizu maintained a strong connection to her Japanese heritage, especially during cherry blossom season, which held profound meaning for her.
Chizu’s vibrant personality and creative spirit will be fondly remembered by her family and friends. She is celebrated for her artistic contributions, love for nature, and the joy she brought to those around her.
Funeral services are scheduled for Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 11:00 AM at the Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Tee Gulf Coast.
The family expresses gratitude to the Palliative Care team at Baptist Hospital Gulf Breeze and Select Specialty Hospital Pensacola for their compassionate support during this time.
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Based on reporting by Harper-Morris Memorial Chapel originally published by Harper-Morris Memorial Chapel (Pensacola). Read the original story.
