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David Hensel Obituary
DAVID A. HENSEL (Age 48)
On Wednesday, December 8, 2010. Loving father of Timothy and Brendan Hensel; son of Irene B. and the late Richard T. Hensel; brother of Gloria Hensel, Jeanne (Frank) Taylor, Mary (Dale) Lehman, Terese (Neil) Sehgal and Monica Heinlein. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends may call at the BORGWARDT FUNERAL HOME, 4400 Powder Mill Rd., Beltsville, MD on Sunday, 4 to 7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 11007 Montgomery Road, Beltsville, MD on Monday, December 13 at 10 a.m. Interment Ivy Hill Cemetery, Laurel, MD. www.borgwardtfuneralhome.com
Memories and Condolences
for David Hensel
59 Entries
Barbara Berlin
December 19, 2010
Monica,
My deepest sympathies to you and your entire family. May you find peace in your family and friends as they remember your dear brother. Much love and many prayers!
Sheri Rausch
December 18, 2010
We all miss you at work. I know your boys miss you most of all because they were your pride and joy. I miss talking with you as do others. You're in my prayers.
dee Gilroy
December 18, 2010
Dave you where a giving compassionate man . I just never had the chance to thank you for your guidance regarding the boy scouts
James Smith
December 17, 2010
To the entire Hensel Family, may you find comfort in the time of sadness with each other support. God will help you through this very difficult time. I did not hear of his passing until last night. Even though I have not seen David in at least 15years I will always remember walking home from school (St. Hughes) and cutting through the woods into Boxwood. In those days I did not have many friends and was very thankful to know David! He was always kind to me and fun to be around.
With my deepest sympathy!
James (Butch) Smith & Margaret Smith (My Mom)
December 16, 2010
Dave
You will be missed greatly by all your friends.While your time was short here on earth your impact was very substantial.I will remeber all the good times we had growing up laughing playing sports etc.
God Bless You James Hawk
December 15, 2010
I don't think words can fully express my family's deep gratitude to all those who have been praying for us, posted comments, visited us during the past week, sent food and cards, and who came out to pray with us on Sunday and Monday. Your support and love bring us great comfort. Although the void that we are left with will never be filled, we know that our faith will help us heal and that the love David shared with all of us will last forever. Please continue to keep our family, especially Tim and Brendan, in your prayers. Peace and love to you all.
Monica Hensel Heinlein
December 14, 2010
To the Hensel Family,
Our prayers are with you!
To Dave's sons,
I had not seen your dad for many years and this past November 13th I ran into him and your mom at St Hughes Church. We visited for a while and all he could talk about were his sons. He was very proud of both of you. Your dad was a good man and friend.
Steve Marques and family
December 14, 2010
Dearest Jeanne and Family, we are so so sorry for your loss. Our Love and prayers go out to you. The Sudbrink Family
Anne Cavanaugh
December 14, 2010
Monica,
May your memories give you comfort during this time of sorrow.
JC Oliver
December 14, 2010
Dave you will be missed. My prayers go out to your family.
Rob Baker
December 13, 2010
To Mary and the entire Hensel Family,
I want to express my deepest sympathy for your loss on David's passing. Know that my prayers are with your family. I'll always remember David for his humor and kindness.
Laura & Rick Allen
December 13, 2010
Frank and Jeanne, Our love and prayers go out to your family. Remember all the good times with your brother. He had a wonderful laugh - full of fun and a smile all the time! (That is what I will always remember about him). Love you guys and wish we could be there to hold you and say a prayer
Susmana Jones Sr.
December 13, 2010
Dave was a great guy and friend. Dave was a friendly person who would do anything he could to help you if you needed anything. We will miss talking with Dave and his friendship.
From co-workers at Ritter Trucking.
Jerry Maples
December 13, 2010
Worked with Dave for quite a few years at Ritter Trucking. We are praying for family and friends who have lost a good man.
Matthew Ritter
December 13, 2010
We are all truly sorry to hear about your loss. David was a good employee and a good friend. He worked with us for years and will truly be missed. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
December 13, 2010
Frank Taylor-Sorry to learn of the passing of your brother in law-may his memory be eternal-Denise Winsky Royal and family
Doug Sherron
December 13, 2010
I am lifting you and your family up in prayer and hope that you find peace and comfort in the Lords words. Dave was a special person always willing to lend a hand to help out another he will be missed.
Chuck Hyland
December 13, 2010
My deepest sympathies go out to the Hensel family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Tanya Lofton
December 13, 2010
Mary, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May you and your family find comfort in the lord and your memories through this difficult time.
Deanne Tousignant-Ford
December 13, 2010
To the entire Hensel family, Your family will remain in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. Thank you Mary for letting me get to know David through your beautiful e-mail.
Sarah Hanna-Jones
December 13, 2010
We will keep the entire Hensel family in our prayers, and give thanks for the life of David, who was loved and will be missed.
The Jones and Hanna families
Scott Fitzenreiter
December 13, 2010
For the Hensel family, I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jim Thurston and Family
December 13, 2010
We are so sorry to hear about David's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Hensel family. David was a part of my childhood growing up in Greenbelt and I was blessed to know him.
December 13, 2010
Mary, we are so very sorry for your loss. God bless you and your family, and may He give you and your family the strength to go on. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Karen Kunze and Family
Mary Budd
December 13, 2010
My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you and your family on the death of your brother.
Mary Lou Casazza-Sterling
December 13, 2010
Mary and family, We (Kevin, Nicole and Mary Lou) are so sad to hear of your loss. We will think of you and prayer for you during this sad time. Mary, you are such an inspiration to me. Your email was so giving. Kevin, Nicole and I will hold you and your extended family "in the light" through the new year.
Allison Luersen
December 12, 2010
When I think about David, I think about Dave and Don...where you saw one, you usually saw the other. Growing up in Greenbelt, I remember Dave always telling some great stories and getting on topics of conversation that were way over my head. He was funny and kind. I feel fortunate that I saw him just this summer when he came to my 40th with Don. Same kind guy with some kinda funny story. He will be missed by many.
May your family find healing and peace. I am so sorry for you loss.
Allison (Schachter) Luersen
Allison Luersen
December 12, 2010
Growing up in Greenbelt I have always thought as David as Don and Dave. When you saw one,you usually saw the other. Dave came to my 40th birthday party just this past summer with Don. He is the guy I will always remember for his humor and conversations that were always way over my head. I would be in awe just listening to him. He will be missed. May your family find healing and peace.
Allison (Schachter) Luersen
Pam Taylor
December 12, 2010
Since moving back to Maryland in 2002 after 22 years of living out west, I have enjoyed Holiday meals with the Hensel family. David, his sisters, mom and in-laws have all welcomed me and my children as part of the family. My son was sad to hear of David's passing, he recalls this Thanksgiving, "David was the first person to welcome me, and we talked about my motorcycle". As my two children were a few years older than his sons, we frequently discussed how the kids were doing, when they were not listening to our conversation. What impressed me was how proud he was of his sons, and what a loving and unselfish parent he was. He always wanted the best for them. My thoughts and prayers are with his sons, and his entire family.
Lori Mogensen
December 12, 2010
Dear Mary & family,
So sad to receive your call and news of David. Please remember that he is now at peace and in a better place. Remember the fun times and memories that he has given you. I loved to hear David talk. Always so enthusiastic and friendly. When my husband, Rich, drove my car with the oil light on David offered to fix it for little of no money. He was such a generous person. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Brian Magee
December 12, 2010
During a trip to Greenbelt in September I got to see David for a few brief moments after not having seen him for something in the neighborhood of 20 years. To see how he and others looked just the same made me homesick. I have lived away from the area for a very long time and get back rarely. That David and I share a birthday will now mean that day will always be more meaningful. My hope is that everyone give each other the support and pleasant surprises we all need and remember David always.
Dave Hensel, Kevin Kincius, Donny Dorsey at the David "Mags" Craig 25 year camping trip, Romney, WV, March 2009.
Joe Hess
December 12, 2010
Irene and the Hensel family,
I am so sad to hear of David's death. Your family is in our prayers. I had not seen David much since leaving Greenbelt, but I am happy to have spent some time with him and so many other Greenbelt friends at the camping trip in March 2009.
Tammy Leishear
December 12, 2010
Mary, I am very sorry for your families loss. I read your email and it brought me to tears. I know God took all your brothers pain away and now he can be at peace. God bless you and your family.
David was a key volunteer for the Bond Mill Playground Build. He was a giving, caring, and gregarious community member that will be missed very much.
Dawn Bell Coronado
December 12, 2010
Doug Mangum
December 12, 2010
All Greenbelters have lost a friend a brother and a conversationalist. David's story telling will be missed, yet his memory will keep us connected to one another in love, hope, joy, and peace. To the Hensel family, know we are grieving right along side of you.
Your prayers are our prayers. Greenbelt has lost a shinning son, RIP Dave!
Vee Rinker
December 11, 2010
Dear Mary and Family,
Although I did not know David very long, it was a pleasure to work with him during the play ground build. He truly was a very sweet man. We are so sorry for your loss and if there is anything that we can do, please let us know. May you find comfort in knowing he is now at peace.
Carlos Lopez
December 11, 2010
Mary remember that time when we were at the office and you talked to me about David? Then he was not miles away babysitting but it was as though he was right in the room with us. With in you are wonderful memories and those are what last an eternity, and i believe as long as you have those memories David will be next to you regardless of were you are.
Mary Clarke
December 11, 2010
Irene and family: we are so sorry to hear about your loss. You and yours are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bill and Mary Clarke and family
lu morrissey
December 11, 2010
Mary---May the grace of the universe that holds all of us always grant peace to you and your family --- I firmly believe that David is saturated in that peace and is no longer suffering.....we suffer his loss ---may the universal grace bring you and your family peace--I love you, lu morrissey
Kim Watson
December 11, 2010
Dear Monica and family,
Words cannot express what you and your family are going through. Seek comfort in each other and know that I am here and I care. My prayers are with you all.
Kim Watson and family
December 11, 2010
Dear Mary and family,
I pray that our gracious God and Father will fill the void that David left with His comfort and love.
I will remember you all in my prayers,
Paul Tousignant
Marie Tousignant
December 11, 2010
Irene, Gloria, Jeanne, Mary and all the Hensel family, my deepest sympathy and my loving prayers go out to each of you at this very difficult time. I have fond memories of David and all of you at St. Hugh's. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
Ellen Berhane
December 11, 2010
I am so saddened to hear of your family's loss but even sadder to learn of his long-time struggle with depression. You are so right, depression is an awful and ugly disease but what's even worse is the stigma which has been attached to it in America. While I do truly love my country, something must be done to reverse that. Perhaps, I can help you find a way to make that happen for David-and for people like me. My prayers are with you all.
Diana Claburn
December 11, 2010
Dear Mary,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. Please let me know if you need anything.
December 11, 2010
We were sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and especially with Tim and Brendan.
Anne and Kelsey Karpman and family
Pat Murphy
December 11, 2010
The thoughts and prayers of the Murphy and Salehi familys are with Frank, Jeanne, Jack, Miranda, Michael , Grandma and all the Hensel family and friends.We pray that David is in Heaven now and the sadness that he left behind will soon be gone.God Bless you all.
Marty Rater
December 11, 2010
David was a big part of our baseball team at St. Joseph's. He was at every practice and game and always had words of encouragement for each boy. He will truly be missed and our prayers are with the entire family.
We both loved cars and working on them together.Dave I loved you liked the brother I never had. I will keep you in my thoughts for all my days.
Frank Taylor
December 11, 2010
Sharon Weidenfeld
December 10, 2010
During this time of sadness I hope that Dave's family and friends keep their special memories of him close to heart. May those memories bring us some peace. You'll be missed by many, Dave.
Jay Jenkins
December 10, 2010
My prayers to the entire Hensel family.
My David memory: I used to call him my hero. Every time I would see him my mind would flash back to my earliest memory of Dave. I had to be 7 or 8 and Dave was 2 years older. I was riding my new bike, which was too big for me, in the woods between Lakewood and Boxwood. At one point I had to lift it over a fallen tree and it got stuck. The wheels were lodged and I couldn't budge it. I was crying and pulling on it for what seemed like a long time. And then like Superman, Dave appears, jumping over the fallen tree and lifting the bike from the tangles of the tree. He said something like, "Here you go" and was off. I was in absolute awe. He's been my hero ever since.
To the entire Hensel family, a reminder that none of you are alone. You have a wonderful family full of passion and compassion and my prayer is that through this, the bonds you have with each other will only strengthen.
Mary Pat Donoghue
December 10, 2010
Dear Monica and family,
I'm so sorry for the loss of your brother. You are all in my prayers.
God bless,
Mary Pat Donoghue
Mohamed Koroma
December 10, 2010
Dear Jeanne, So sorry to hear about your loss. Our prayers are with you and the entire Hensel Family. May the lord be with him forever (The Koroma Family).
Paula Lovell-Marinelli
December 10, 2010
David will be deeply and truly missed by so many of his Greenbelt friends. He was very kind and cared about others, making him a simply wonderful person to be around. Words cannot express how we truly feel about him.
We know that David's passing will not only leave a void in each of our own lives who considered him a wonderful friend, but also in the hearts of all those who knew him.
Blanche Mang
December 10, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Lynda Sheppard and Blanche Mang
Patti Twigg
December 10, 2010
Jeanne, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time.
December 10, 2010
Dear Jeanne, I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Kathy Dillon
December 10, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. The Camachos
Kelly Donovan-Williams
December 10, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
December 10, 2010
Jeanne - we are so sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Abbie and Ernie
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