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Paul Hanenkrat Obituary
Paul E. Hanenkrat, age 79, of Louisville died February 6, 2008 unexpectedly in his home. Born December 27, 1928 in Strasburg, OH to the late Ray and Violette (Reiger) Hanenkrat. He was a Louisville area resident since 1969 and a 1946 graduate of McKinley High School. He was a Korean War Army veteran. Paul retired from the Nusley Piano School and had previously served as the organist for Mt. Tabor United Methodist Church, Westminster Presbyterian Church and the past 17 years for John Knox Presbyterian Church. He was a member of John Knox Presbyterian Church where he also was involved with the Joyful Ringers Bell Choir and the genealogy group. Paul also was a member of the Louisville Community Choir. Preceded in death by one brother, Carl Hanenkrat; one sister, Doris (Hanenkrat) Unklesby. Survived by six nephews, Russ Hanenkrat of Fly, OH, Mark Hanenkrat of Virginia Beach, VA, Kurt Hanenkrat of East Canton, Mike Unklesby of Massillon, Brian Unklesby of Beach City, Dennis Unklesby of Massillon; ten great nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be Saturday, February 9, 2008 at 11:00 am in John Knox Presbyterian Church, 5155 Eastlake St. N.W., N. Canton, OH. 44720, with Rev. Douglas A. Patton officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to John Knox Presbyterian Church. Myers- Kreighbaum-Sanders Funeral Home in East Canton in charge of arrangements.
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Winifred and Stephanie Morrow
February 26, 2008
My sister and I had the good fortune to take piano lessons from Mr Hanenkrat on Wednesday evenings for over 10 years. We will always remember what he taught us and how he taught us. He was a patient man who obviously loved music and people. I still play many of the pieces that he selected and pay attention to the notes that he made on each.
Sue (Zimmerly) Dang
February 9, 2008
To the Unklesby family, sorry to hear about your Uncle Paul. I remember going to bingo with your Uncle Paul & Mom, we had a good time. You are in my thoughts & prayers.
Bonnie McClintock Stich
February 9, 2008
Paul was a dedicated and talented musician. It takes a special person to prepare music every week for services. He taught me valuable lessons about accompanying and performing in church services and I will always be grateful for his support. What a joy that Paul was able to do what he loved until he left us.
I know he is in Great Company now!
Bonnie McClintock Stich
Doug Snyder
February 8, 2008
Paul was my piano teacher after I had graduated from college, taught piano and music. He said he was my coach and he sure was a good one. I will always remember him as very kind, very good teacher, knowing what to tell me to pratice and good about what pieces to play.
Nancy Kozma (Boyer)
February 8, 2008
Mr. Hanenkrat was my piano teacher for 8 years. He was a wonderful teacher and person. His talents will be greatly missed.
Stewart Kautsch
February 8, 2008
My thoughts to Paul's family. He was one of my piano teachers when I was a boy, and I remember his vast patience during a time when I did not feel like practicing.
A little managed to get through, and provided me with a wonderful pasttime for life. Thanks, Paul.
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