Arthur M. Hanson, 86, of Manchester died August 6, 2005 at Harborside Health Care in Bedford. Mr. Hanson was born on August 20, 1918 in Manchester the son of George and Lena (Bishop) Hanson. He retired in August of 1981 where he spent most of his working life in the transportation and manufacturing industry. Throughout his career he was employed by such companies as Chicopee Mills, J. F. McElwain, Holms Transportation, Hanson The Mover, Foster Beef, Jones Express and Willys Express. Mr. Hanson was predeceased by his wife of 60 years, Yvette (Robidas) Hanson who died in 2000. He leaves behind his friends and caretakers at Harborside Healthcare in Bedford. Calling hours will be Thursday morning from 9:00 until 10:00 AM with a Funeral Service at 10:00 AM at Phaneuf Funeral Homes and Crematorium, 243 Hanover Street in Manchester. Burial will follow in St. Augustin Cemetery.