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John Henseler Obituary

HENSELER, JOHN L., 71, of Edmond Drive, passed away peacefully June 28, 2012 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of the late Suzanne M. (McGoldrick) Henseler for 41 years. Born in Peoria, IL, he was a son of the late Alexander J., Sr. and Marcella (Ary) Henseler. Mr. Henseler proudly served in the US Navy during the Vietnam War and rose to the rank of Lieutenant. He was a senior quality assurance computer analyst at CVS for 18 years before retiring. Mr. Henseler was active in youth sports. He was the former President of both the North Kingstown Babe Ruth League and the North Kingstown Soccer Association. He was a former coach of North Kingstown Little League and St. Francis de Sales CYO Basketball. For 30 years, Mr. Henseler was the scorekeeper for Bishop Hendricken High School Basketball. He was an active communicant of St. Francis de Sales Church. He leaves 3 sons and their wives, Sean P. Henseler and his wife Laura of West Warwick, Warren P. Henseler and his wife Karen of Coventry, and Timothy B. Henseler and his wife Kristen of Darnestown, MD; 3 brothers, Richard C. Henseler, Rev. James Thomas Henseler and Alexander J. Henseler, Jr.; 4 sisters, Victoria Kuntzman, Mary E. Murray, Patricia A. Florey and Alice Henseler; and 10 grandchildren, Ryan, Kylea, Meghan, Tyler, Kyle, Luke, Aidan, Trevin, Noah and Emily. He was the brother of the late Phillip Henseler. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, July 3, 2012 at 10am in St. Francis de Sales Church, 381 School Street, North Kingstown. Burial with Military Honors will be in the RI Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Exeter. Visiting hours are Monday from 4-8pm in the FAGAN-QUINN Funeral Home, 825 Boston Neck Road, North Kingstown. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the Suzanne M. Henseler Foundation, 100 Greene Street, West Warwick, RI 02893 will be appreciated. For information and condolences visit: FaganQuinnFuneralHome.com.

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Published by The Providence Journal on Jul. 1, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for John Henseler

25 Entries

Marylou Lawson

July 9, 2012

To The Henseler Family,

My deepest sympathies to you all. John was a wonderful man. His job ethics was something we all should strive to achieve. His wit and stories always made us chuckle. He will be greatly missed. May your memories give you comfort in this difficult time and I hope knowing that others think of him with such high esteem also helps with the loss of your father,grandfather.
Rest in Peace John.
Marylou

July 4, 2012

Sean, Warren and Timmy,
So sorry to hear that your dad has passed away. We all remember him as a kind and wonderful person. You and your families are in our thoughts and prayers.
Maureen Grass Webber
Patrick Grass
Michael Grass
Brian Grass
and Malcolm Grass

Lindagay Palazzo

July 4, 2012

Sean, Warren and family
My sympathies on your loss. I pray that God gives you the strength to get through this difficult time. You are in my prayers.

Marcia Trenn

July 3, 2012

Sean, Warren and Tim, and families, I am saddened by the loss of your Dad, a great man, always smiling and a joy to be with on the sidelines of basketball and other sports. He will be truly missed, especially around SFDS. May he rest in peace now with your Mom, smiling down on you and guiding you all still. Marcia Trenn

Joseph Mazzenga

July 2, 2012

The only solace that I can offer is that John is brightening up whatever great beyond he has gone to. He was just that special...

Geri Rita

July 2, 2012

Sean, Warren and Family,
My sympathy and prayers to all of you
at this difficult time. May you find
comfort in the fond memories of your father and grandfather .

Bob Fuoroli

July 2, 2012

Henseler Family...I first met John when I starting officiating BB at the OLP gym in Warwick Neck...he was always friendly and supportive in my early years of officiating...he was a real gentlemen, on and off the court. Over my many years of officiating I would see John and he always went out of his way to say hello...then when I went to BHHS to teach,he continued to give back to the game by scoring for many years...his legacy of caring and acting in a Christian manner will live on...my sincere sympathy to his family and I hope my prayers bring you comfort and peace...God Bless you, Bob Fuoroli

The Grass Family

July 2, 2012

To the Henseler family,
I was very sorry to learn of the passing of John, I lived next door for many years and I always will smile when it comes to neighborhood memories. I know he was so active in so many things, one of the most giving persons you could ever want to be around. He always had a smile and a kind word for everyone. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Cindy Ventura

July 2, 2012

Dear Henseler Family,

I had the pleasure of working with your dad at CVS for over a decade. Please find comfort in knowing that he was respected and loved at work. He was the kindest man I have ever met. I will miss him terribly. I believe he's in heaven with his beloved wife. He missed her so much.

With deepest sympathy,
Cindy Ventura

Lisa and Mark Rodrigues

July 2, 2012

To the Henseler Family,
Please accept our condolences during this difficult time. We have worked with John for many years and will truly miss his sense of humor, wit, smile, and dedication to his work. He loved to tell us stories about his kids and grandkids, show off pictures of his beloved grandchildren, and he would always stop us in the hallway to ask how our kids were doing. John's funny quips and sayings are legendary and will be used by his co-workers for years to come.
With deepest sympathy,

July 2, 2012

To the Henseler family.

May John rest in peace and may perpetual light shine upon him.

Jack Donohue (Suzanne's cousin)
Cape Cod

Maggie McNamara

July 2, 2012

Please accept my condolences. I last saw Mr. Henseler at an Easter Celebration this past spring in which he had big smile for me as well as a good story to share with the group. I will remember him for the sincere and friendly personality he displayed every time I saw him, but particularly I will remember his positive attitude on that Easter day.
I am very sorry that I will miss his services, but my thoughts and prayers are with the entire Henseler family.

Maggie

kathy mulligan

July 2, 2012

Warren and Karen I was very sad to hear of your loss. we will keep your family in our prayers. our condolences to the entire Henseler family.

Pat, Kathy, Alex and Nicole Mulligan

Debra Ernest

July 2, 2012

Please accept my condolences. I have worked with John at CVS for many years. My children and I are deeply saddened by his passing. He was a considerate and honorable man. He often spoke very fondly of his family and many grandchildren. I will miss his kind ways and entertaining stories. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Debbie, Allen and Rebecca Ernest

Mary & Jimmy Black

July 2, 2012

Sean, Warren, Tim and Family,

I can't tell you how truly saddened Jimmy and I were to learn of your dad's passing. What a great man he was! Last time I saw your dad was at a Hawks/Hope JV game, and Jimmy was coaching his "Blue Waves" against his beloved "Hawks." Your dad spotted me in the bleaches and, always the gentleman, came right over and filled me in on how you three and your families were. He was so proud of all of you, as was your mom. I miss her every day here "Under the Dome." They were quite a couple.

I know they are at peace now with each other in heaven. Please know that Jimmy and I will keep you all in our prayers. God Bless,

Mary Greene

July 2, 2012

To the Henseler Family,
Please accept my condolences. I worked with John at CVS for many years and he was a true gentleman and a proud father/grandfather. Loved hearing all his stories and will miss them. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

John O'Leary

July 1, 2012

To the Henseler family:
My condolences on the passing of John. I am so sorry for your loss. May happy memories help to lessen the sorrow that your are now experiencing. He has left a great legacy in his children. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Susan Esposito

July 1, 2012

Warren and Family,
We would like to extend our sincere sympathies out to your family on the passing of your dad/grandfather. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Susan and Robert (Bobby) Esposito
WWBL summer league and Smithfield SYBA

Concetta White

July 1, 2012

To John's many loved ones,
Please accept my condolences. I have worked with and been friends with John for many years and am deeply sadden by his loss. He is without a doubt one of the best men I've ever met. He spoke of his family often and was very proud of his sons and grandchildren. I will miss his kind ways and entertaining stories, but know he is at peace with his beloved Sue.

Elaine Choiniere

July 1, 2012

Henseler Family;
My deepest sympathy to all. I worked with John at CVS, he was a great man and will truly be missed. My prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. He and Sue are together again in the arms of our loving Father.

Sophie Beaumariage

July 1, 2012

To John's loved ones,
As a co-worker of John's, I found the news of his passing extremely sad. He was a trooper, though. Please accept my deepest condolences. I pray that the happy memories that you have of him will help you through this difficult time. My sincerest sympathy...

Jason Hindley

July 1, 2012

Sean, Warren, Tim and Henseler Family,

I am very saddened to learn of your father's passing. I shall pray for your strength through this very difficult time. I am happy to say that some of my best baseball memories were from the summer of '81 when he managed our Babe Ruth team. Thank you Mr. Henseler.

Peace and God Bless,

Cyndie Bernard

July 1, 2012

Henseler family,
My deepest sympathies. I worked with John for quite a few years at CVS. He taught me several things during that time. I will always remember him as a loving and smart man. I am sure he is with Sue and both of them are resting in the arms of the angels!

Janeet & Kevin Dunphy

July 1, 2012

Sean, Warren, Tim & Family:

Our condolences on your Dad's passing. We are very disappointed that we are in California awaiting the birth of twins and will not be able to be present for the Mass & memorial service.

We will always cherish the times over the past 12 years or so that we spent with both your Dad & Mom. The trips to Green Bay, South Bend & Camden Yard will always be some of my best memories and will remain with me always.

John was one of the most sincere, honest, kind and genuine people whom we have ever met.

The world is a better place for him having been in it, and a lesser place for him leaving it.

As long as he remains in our hearts and our minds, he will always be with us.

I'm sure that the Lord has put him to work already - he'll be put in charge of the weather!

Once again, we are very disappointed that we can't be at home to share your Dad's life with you.

You & your family are in our thoughts and our prayers.

Pam and Adam Souza

July 1, 2012

To the Henseler family,
Please accept our deepest condolences. My husband and I both had the pleasure of working with John at CVS. He was a true gentleman and a wonderful colleague. I will always remember how, in the days leading up to our wedding, John assured me that the weather would be great for the big day (the forecast was calling for rain). Sure enough, there wasn't a cloud in the sky that day! I still believe John pulled some strings to make that happen! Thank you for the sunny day, John. I'm sure you'll be sending many more from heaven. May you rest in peace.

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