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Rick Henkel Obituary
Aug 3, 1951 - Nov 30, 2011
Preceded in death by mother, Elizabeth A. "Betty" Henkel; brothers Ronnie and Randy; great-niece, Carly. Survived by wife, Therese A.; sons, Rocky Henkel and significant other Kristen O'Brien, Rick Henkel, Jr. and wife Susanna; father, Dale L. and wife Cindy; 2 grandchildren, Lucca and Kodi; brother, Robert (Joan) Henkel; sister, Ginger (James) Dorn; nieces and nephews.
VIGIL SERVICE, Friday, 7 p.m., St. Thomas More Catholic Church. SERVICES, Saturday, 10am St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Interment Calvary. Family will receive friends, Friday, 5-7pm at church. Memorials will be directed by the family. HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN
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WEST CENTER CHAPEL
78th & West Center 402-391-3900
www.heafeyheafey.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Rick Henkel
Laura Kraft, Heaven to Home LLC
December 22, 2011
We only learned yesterday of the passing of Rick and we want to express our deepest sympathy to his family and friends. His help and guidance with our glass needs for our candle business was exemplary. He was truly a man of integrity that went above and beyond to deliver the kind of service and care that it seems harder to find in our "hurried world". We never met Rick in person yet it seems like we lost not only a wonderful business contact but also a friend.
December 7, 2011
Rick was one of my first friends I met my freshman year at Ryan; and has remained a friend and forever will.
Jerry Boukal
Tim Streitwieser
December 3, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Henkel family. My life was forever changed through the countless hours Rick invested into me. He challenged me to become a better basketball player and person. I am inspired by his giving and humble nature. He is very much missed!
Matt Grosse
December 3, 2011
My sincere condolences on your loss Rocky.
kristi kuhn
December 2, 2011
The Kuhn family extend our deepest sympathy to the Henkle family. Rick touched the lives of so many people. He was a mentor, coach and friend. He will truly be missed!
Sincerely,
Mike, Kristi, Mike and Kristopher Kuhn
Joe & Cindy Mosser
December 2, 2011
Our deepest condolences go out to the entire Henkle family! You all have our deepest sympathy at this difficult time. It is a tragic loss!
Joe & Cindy Mosser
Joe & Cindy Mosser
December 2, 2011
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the entire Henkle family. Our sincerest sympathy is with each and everyone one of you at this difficult time.
Ryan Behrens
December 2, 2011
My sympathy goes out to Rick, Jr. and the rest of the Henkle family. When I was only thirteen years old, Rick and his friend Herb saw something in me and gave me an opportunity to grow athletically and personally as part of the Omaha Cardinals basketball program. Rick's support and enthusiasm played a big part in making me a more developed and confident person/athlete. I was just one of many, and it's hard to imagine how many kids' lives he positively impacted over the years.
Barry Silverstein
December 2, 2011
Words can't express the loss of a dear friend...I will forever miss those phone calls and lunches that I shared with Rick regularly or whenever there was a reason to get an expert opinion! I could always count on Rick to keep me grounded or to move me from one side of the fence to the other! Rocky & Ricky Jr...as long as I am still around you know you can call me anytime for support or just to talk or share stories! With deepest sorrow and sadness...I will miss you tremendously Rick...The former Voice of CP Sports
Adam Donohue
December 1, 2011
Rick you have touched the lives of many over the years. My prayers go to ricks family and friends. You shall be greatly missed and never forgotten. Cardinal for life! Rest in peace my friend, until we meet again, may the warmth of the sun shine upon your face and the grace of god let you take your place. God bless.
Lee and Sandy Bloomingdale
December 1, 2011
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Henkel family during this most difficult time.
Lee and Sandy Bloomingdale
Paul Morrison
December 1, 2011
After being notified of the tragic news of my friend & coach Rick Henkle, I immediately recall a series of wonderful memories with Coach Henkel including our 1992 Kellom League Tourney Championship, he told me it was on of the true highlights of his life, and when "Morrison doesn't shoot the ball, we win basketball games." Trust me, his words influenced not only myself, but countless past, present, and future Cardinals.
Rick will be greatly missed, it's very a rare in this world, that we come across Rick Henkels everyday.
When we did, we were some of the luckiest people on this earth.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Henkel Family.
You will be missed by many Rick!
Heather Bojanski
December 1, 2011
I will miss you a lot Uncle Rick! You always had a smile and "Hello gorgeous" whenever I saw you. I love you!
Matt Sporcic
December 1, 2011
Rick Henkle was a great person and wanted the best for all kids in athletics and life. Rick had a major influence on my life as a person and in athletics. He provided many opportunites for kids in basketball that they would have never been given if it weren't for him. Rick's legacy as a coach, friend, and mentor will live on forever. My prayers and sympathy are with the family. God Bless
DJ DeLeon-Thompson
December 1, 2011
Mr. Hinkle is an inspiration to All. He is the best of the best. He was an outstanding coach and a wonderful person.
May God Bless and Comfort You and Your Family
Michael J and Kim Davenport
December 1, 2011
Rick was a very sweet and loving person. He was a fantastic coach and taught Mike to be a great coach as well. Since the moment I entered the family he was always so welcoming. He will be missed dearly, his wonderful smile and jokes remain in our hearts forever. We will miss you Rick.
Tony Maryanski
December 1, 2011
Great Blocker! Great Tackler! Great Guy! Thanks for the memories.
Rosemary Nisi
December 1, 2011
I haven't seen Rick since we went to Ryan High School.
We went to my very first Homecoming together !
I believe it was 1970 ! We also grew up in the same neighborhood and I always remember him being so sweet and kind.
God Bless the Henkel family.
Sincerely,
Rosemary Nisi
Laurie Galley
December 1, 2011
Rick was a wonderful coach and friend. He will be greatly missed by many. My heartfelt condolences to the Henkel family.
Dick N
December 1, 2011
Rick was a good hard working man. Have known him since my high school days. Bless all in his family in this time of sorrow.
Gloria Rodriguez
December 1, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the Henkel family. I'm so sorry for your loss. God bless.
Dustin Dubbs
November 30, 2011
My deepest sympathy,
Rick had profound effect on my life growing up. Like many of us that played in the cardinal organization, my life would not have been the same without Rick. Just a very generous and giving man that wanted to help everybody succeed. I'm very thankful for his help.
Sincerely
Herb Welling
November 30, 2011
Rick Henkel is the Best person I have ever known! He had a great heart and loved kids as much as anybody I ever known! His legacy will be forever in Omaha among all kids and people's lives he touched! He was a devoted Husband and Dad! I was very fortunate and lucky to call him a friend and big brother who never let me down! We had magical journey working with kids thru the Omaha Cardinals for over 20 years and He was "The Cardinal" ! I will miss him dearly and his family is in my prayers! Love Herb Welling
Ryan "Fly" Bojanski
November 30, 2011
I was deeply saddened today when I learned that Rick Henkle had passed away. Not only were we family friends, but I was on one of the first Cardinal's teams and remember the day Rick hand delivered my own personalized Cardinal jacket. I still have it to this day (Pictured Here). Rick was passionate about providing ALL kids an opportunity to improve themselves on and off the basketball court. He made a difference in hundreds of kids' lives, and the world is a better place for having Rick Henkle in it. My thoughts and prayers are with all of the Henkle family...Rest In Peace Rick
Joe & Jody Skradski
November 30, 2011
Rocky, your family in in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Richard Kammandel
November 30, 2011
One of the most beautiful people in the world, you will be missed greatly! Rick you enriched the lives of so many my friend! Richard Kammandel
November 30, 2011
Rest in Peace Rick- We will always remember and be grateful for the positive impact you had on our sons. You were "one of the good guys" Rick and we will miss you!
Steve and Darcy Snyder
November 30, 2011
R.I.P. Uncle Rick! I will miss hearing you say "Hello Beautiful" to me whenever you saw me. Say Hi to Grandma Henkel for all of us.
Love you!!
Michelle
November 30, 2011
R.I.P Uncle Rick! I will miss you saying "Hello Beautiful" to me everytime you saw me!!! Say Hi to Grandma Henkel for us all! Love you!!!
Michelle
John Wonder
November 30, 2011
You will be missed by all the lives you touched and there were many. I appreciate all things that you did for my son Dusty. Rest well my friend.
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