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for Samuel Henke
Becky Spitzack
December 29, 2023
Thanks Sam for all your kindness.
Jon Szczepanski
December 29, 2023
10 years have elapsed since Sam passed.... Not only did I get an opportunity to coach this amazing young man, but I considered him a friend. I´m always truly impressed and proud of former players and the lives that they have formed for themselves and their families, but Sam was different. Sam was not only a gifted soccer player, great teammate to others and a leader beyond his years, but he evolved into such a wonderful proud husband and family man. I think of Sam today and I know he looks down and smiles with that amazing smile and is very proud. Rest in peace Sam....
Karen McNelly
December 29, 2022
Dear Family and Friends of Sam.
I met Sam and Any while doing Katrina work I the Biloxi area with Elm Brook and Mary Ann Lee. I also may have had Sam and Luke when they were quite young in Sunday school.
Wonderful young men and Amy is delightful.
I have been able to visit our Katrina family and so.e still write me.
Oh we all were so Blessed to be able to serve the Lord and meet all of those precious survivors.
2 year old Steven is now completing his first year of University and doing pretty well. Biloxi has grown and had more storms, but the people are stronger because of their faith in our Lord.
I know you miss Sam but he remains alive with Jesus and in our hearts God Bless.
Karen and Jim McNelly
James & Dawn Schwalbach family
January 15, 2013
Henke family, So very sorry for your loss of Sam. He was a treasure. His kindness was a great testimony of his faith in Jesus Christ. We will meet again my brother. Soon oh very soon...
January 11, 2013
Rob, Jean, and family,
We have fond memories of Sam from his grade school days and we were shocked to read of his passing. Our prayers are with you at this very difficult time. We always thought highly of your whole family.
The Tim Styza Family
Missy Schaefer
January 11, 2013
Sam was truly a wonderful person. Amy, my heart breaks for you. Just always remember the amazing times that you two shared together and know that he is now your angel, looking over you. My deepest sympathy is sent to the Henke and Spitzack families.
January 9, 2013
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you all.
Vic Prudhomme
Melissa Irish
January 9, 2013
"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." - 2 Timothy 4:7
Sam truly fought the past few months, courageously and faithfully. The reference to the race brings me back to great memories of track where we first met and became friends as he fell in love with Amy. And he truly kept the faith, which was expressed at his beautiful memorial service on Monday. I will always have a special place in my heart for Sam as well as the Henke and Spitzack families. Thank you for including me in all of the special times you've gathered this past week. I feel very blessed to have been a part of it all and being there for you, has in turn helped me. Thank you. Love and prayers,
Erin (Wissmueller) Volkmann
January 8, 2013
May God be with you all in this time of heartache and sorrow. May He bless you with peace and memories of Sam and all the lives he touched. My prayers are with you all.
January 8, 2013
Rob, Jean and family,
We are so sorry for the loss of Sam. We waited in honestly the longest line for a visitation we have ever been to and attended the beautiful memorial service. We were unable to get up to see you, but from afar could see the alternating peace and pain in your faces. As parents we cannot even begin to imagine your loss, but pray that the peace of The Lord be with you always.
God Bless your family,
Tony & Deb Cuda
January 7, 2013
So much sorrow. So many broken hearts...Amy, may the loving memories of Sam along with the love of family, friends help to ease your pain and may our Lord cradle you in his arms and give you strength...and peace...our thoughts and prayers to you and your family.....Alan and Mary Weisman
Dale and Linda Boedeker
January 7, 2013
We were extremely saddened by news of Sam's passing. We have great memories of him and Amy at Milwaukee Lutheran. God love you and keep you safe in his arms, Amy. If you need anything, please let us know.
Linda McCravens
January 7, 2013
My thoughts and prayers to the Henke and Spitzack families.
The Ferry Family
January 7, 2013
"I am convinced that neither death nor life...nor anything else in all creation can separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord." We are lifting the Henkes and Spitzaks in prayer!
January 7, 2013
Rob, Jean and Family,
Our prayers and thoughts go out to you. Fondly, Rita and Scott Piper
Kelly Baran
January 6, 2013
RIP Sam
Steve and Jen Argue
January 6, 2013
We had the privilege and joy of knowing Sam during his high school years. It is no surprise that he grew to be a tremendously courageous young man.
We send our love and prayers to Amy, Jean, Rob, and the whole family. May the grace and peace of Jesus find you in the midst of this difficult time.
With love and deep admiration,
Kim Henning
January 6, 2013
Although I did not have the pleasure of knowing Sam well, I always thought of him as a ray of sunshine and I always will. When I did see him he was always “shining“. God really blessed us all for knowing Sam. My prayer is that the Lord will hold you all in his arms and comfort you, knowing Sam is “shining” with Jesus and one day we shall all be together again.
God Bless you and Keep you all.
January 6, 2013
Sam was such a kind, sweet guy. My thoughts and prayers to your family.
Tyler Winn
January 6, 2013
MY thoughts and prayers are with you bud......
January 5, 2013
Prayering for your families during this most difficult time.
January 5, 2013
Rob, Jean and Family, please accept our deepest sympathies. We are praying for your family - for God's comfort and peace.
Brian and Nancy Rusk
Wetin Wendy Dan Smith
January 5, 2013
Sam has been my sons soccer coach for about the last couple years He was always the quiet type of coach but the boys respected him He taught the boys so much and Westin and the entire smith family will miss him. Our heart aches for you all he was way to young Hugs to you all
Pat and Colleen Moran
January 5, 2013
We loved Sam so much and are praying for you Amy and all of the Henke family. We have so many great memories of Sam from the Tosa high school bible study. He was always smiling!
Tom and Meg Arnold
January 4, 2013
Our very deepest sympathy to the Henke family. We ask the Lord to comfort you during this difficult time. Our thoughts and continued prayers are with you.
January 4, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time Amy.
Tim Pendleton
January 4, 2013
My condolences and prayers to Sam's family. I had the pleasure of working with Sam at Mayfair. He always was honest, thinking of others, was a positive role model, and had a great sense of humor to lighten the mood. He will be missed.
Dave Koch
January 4, 2013
Sam, we spent a lot of time together in high school. Working with you always brought a smile to my face. Can't believe you're gone. You're never forgotten, my friend
Becky Spitzack
January 4, 2013
Enjoyed Sam so much..he was a mainstay in our hearts, photos and family get-togethers.
January 4, 2013
Thoughts & prayers to all who knew Sam & especially to Amy - may God give you strength & courage - Jim & Debby Ash - Jim Keck's sister
Becca Buer
January 4, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Please find peace in knowing that God wanted Sam home with Him. May God comfort your hearts and give you peace in your healing.
The Sturm Family
January 4, 2013
We are so saddened and heart broken. The Sturm family has shared many special memories with Sam and the rest of the Henke family over the past years.We will look forward to the day we see Sam again- after all this is just our temporary home...
Matt Geary
January 4, 2013
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Henke family. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Matt and Sam showing off their missing teeth.
Matt Geary
January 4, 2013
Matt Geary and Sam Henke showing off their teeth.
Matt Geary
January 4, 2013
January 4, 2013
Thank You LORD for Sam. He and Amy's love made us all smile. Praying for all of Sam's family & close friends.
Respectfully,
Karen McNelly (Katrina-Biloxi)
Amy Lehnen
January 4, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with all who know and loved Sam. This comes to a complete shock to me and saddens my heart as our town is grieving the loss of a young man who was only 18. I pray God creates something magnificant out of all of this sorrow. May he hold Amy and the Henke's in the palm of His Holy Hands. God Bless.
Terry DeLeeuw
January 4, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the Henke and Spitzack families during this most difficult time. May God bless you and comfort you.
Harwood Place
January 4, 2013
The staff at Harwood Place express their deepest condolences. May you find peace in this time of sorrow.
January 4, 2013
We are deeply sadden by the news. You are all in our prayers and thoughts.
God Bless and my he comfort you all in this time of sorrow.
The Krause Family
Patrick Schmutzer
January 4, 2013
Our condolences to all of the Henke family, we will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Chrissy Tuszynski
January 4, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of Sam's passing. He was such a sweet and cheerfull person. he had a caring and wonderful smile. Amy,Jean and Rob and the rest of Sam's family , my prayers and thoughts will always be with you. God Bless both families.
Aaron Kellar
January 4, 2013
sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
January 4, 2013
Our deepest sympathy goes out to all youf family at this sad time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Adlards
Pat Hensel
January 4, 2013
So sorry for your loss Amy, as well as to your families. Wish you the best.
Hensel family.
Kelly Baran
January 4, 2013
I will always remember Sam working with him at Mayfair theater. He was a truly great man and will be missed.
Kelly Baran
January 4, 2013
I will always remember Sam from our days working together at Mayfair theater. He was a great man and will be truly missed.
Ellana Ingram
January 4, 2013
My condolences to the Hanke Family during this sad and emotional time
Jon Szczepanski
January 4, 2013
I had the absolute pleasure of coaching Sam at Milwaukee Lutheran H.S. Not only was he a gifted player, but he was even a better individual. He was a tremendous role model for peers and a leader in life. I ran into Sam just a year ago or so and it was not a surprise that he turned into such a wonderful man, husband and friend. God has called upon Sam to do greater good and no doubt he will deliver. R.I.P Sam!
January 4, 2013
So sorry, praying for your family from Nairobi, Jan and Tim Ryder
Kathleen Konitsch
January 4, 2013
Dear Rob, Jean, Luke, and family. I am so sorry for your loss. You will be in our prayers.
Nicole Back
January 4, 2013
Sam has been a great friend since the time we met at the age of 5. I was so glad when we were both going to Milwaukee Lutheran, and we remained buddies there. He was a positive, funny, genuinely kind person and I am privileged to have had him in my life that many years. Amy and both families, may you feel God's arms around you now more than ever. So much love to you all.
Bob Quigley
January 4, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers to you all. It has been many years since standing on the side lines, watching, admiring Sam's game while cheering him and his teams on and yet it seems like I am still right there. Always a pleasure to share conbversation and our humor back and forth. Sam definetly new how to make me smile and give me something back! He will remain in my thoughts and now I will look to him in my prayers.
Susan Hopkins
January 4, 2013
God's blessings to all! No words can express my thoughts except the words of Jesus, "I came to give life". I AM the Resurrection and the life. He who believes in ME will never die but have eternal life". My heart is full of thanks for knowing such a fine collegue and friend!
David Bobke
January 4, 2013
I remember that smile, always saw Sam smiling in high school, in the hallways, in gym class, or the few times we chatted during soccer. Prayers out to you all. We know he's in the best possible place now, smiling more than ever.
Stephanie Hunt
January 4, 2013
Love you Sam. All your family & friends will take care of Amy. Say hi to Chris for me up there :)
MARY THEIS
January 4, 2013
Amy, my heart is breaking for you. We're deeply sorry. God bless you, Greg and Mary Theis
Darlene Klenz
January 4, 2013
Dear Family of Sam, We will surely miss Sam here at LSSES. No one can quite appreciate the extent of your pain, but we all know at some level how much this hurts. Even so, we are not without hope. We will see Sam again.
January 4, 2013
RIP.
Sincerely,
Bearcat Men's Soccer
Thank you Coach Sam. We will miss you. Love you Amy - MSC U15 Girls
January 4, 2013
January 4, 2013
Dear Amy, Rob, Jean, Nancy, Jim and all the brothers and sisters, please accept my sincere and heartfelt sympathy. No words can be said to help ease your tremendous pain and sorrow of losing Sam. I will truly miss his smiling face and warm personality. I am sorry I will not be able to say good bye to Sam in person since I will be out of state. Please know that all of you are in my thoughts and prayers daily. Your friend, Michelle Wagner
Jennifer smith
January 4, 2013
Sam will be deeply missed. He genuinely was a nice guy. and you don't come across that often enough. my thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you go through this. No words can express what i am feeling for all of you. Rent a daughter will never be the same. Just know i am a phone call away if any of you need anything
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