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Mark Hennrikus Obituary
July 3, 1958 - May 3, 2017
Clayton
Mark David Hennrikus, 58, passed away on Wednesday, May 3, 2017, in Raleigh, NC.
A native of Waltham, MA, he was born on July 3, 1958, to the late James E. and Pauline T. Hennrikus. He is survived by his loving wife, Carol, of Clayton, NC; his mother, Pauline T; brothers, James, Michael, and Peter; sisters, Kathleen and Pauline; and niece, Stephanie. In 1994 he married Carol Keene Combs in MA and a year later they moved to Clayton, NC.
Mark worked primarily in sales and then food service/catering. Mark's Catering was a winner for Best Entrée in the Johnston County Arts & Food Festival and also won an award for Best Use of Local Ingredients at A Taste of Carolina Cuisine. He was an avid golfer and long-time member of Pine Hollow Golf Club in Clayton. He played in several bowling, darts, and softball leagues. He saw his Boston Red Sox win 2 World Series and, as a former season ticket holder, cheered the New England Patriots to 5 Superbowl championships.
Mark participated in many fundraising events for St. Baldrick's, a charity committed to funding promising research to find cures for childhood cancers. Memorial donations may be made in his name to the St. Baldrick's Foundation https://www.stbaldricks.org
A private burial was held.
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Memories and Condolences
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Carol cRAWFORD
July 14, 2017
Carol: I am so sorry this message is so late. I was deeply saddened to hear about the death of your husband. I trust that time will heal because memories last forever. My best to you and we all miss you.
Vicken Papazian
June 20, 2017
Please accept my belated but heartfelt condolences for Mark's untimely passing. I have nothing but fond memories of Mark and the entire Hennrikus family for their kindness, intelligence and humor. May he rest in peace.
Alan Porreca
May 22, 2017
Carol, I just heard about Mark. I am so sorry for your loss. I know we lost touch over the years, but I still thought of him as a good friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you.. Alan Porreca .
Jack&Chery Jasset
May 17, 2017
Carol I just found out I am devastated I am so sorry for you. Mark and I where friends for so long his my brother from a different mother. Cheryl and I will miss him deeply God bless him and you.
May 15, 2017
Dear Carol,
There are no words to express the shock and sadness Paul and I feel for your loss of your dearest friend, your beloved husband, Mark. You are in our hearts and prayers that GOD give you comfort and sustain you through this painful time. We love you and are here for you in any support we can give. Pearl & Paul Musgrave
Pete Salvucci
May 15, 2017
I picked up my Globe on Sunday and was shocked and saddened to learn of Mark's passing. Please accept my deepest sympathies.We kind of lost touch over the years but I'll always remember the good times at the Pats games and shooting darts together. Mark was a great guy and he will be missed immensely.
Steve McHugh
May 14, 2017
So sorry to hear about Mark, Always a good guy to hang around with(many years ago) I'm sure he will be missed
Chuck Myra
May 14, 2017
So saddened to hear about Mark. My condolences to Carol and his family. I grew up with Mark and his family. I will always remember his great sense of humor. Rest In Peace Mark
Stephanie Dwyer
May 11, 2017
Just heard about this, I'm so sorry for the loss.
Frank Dent
May 10, 2017
I don't have the words to speak to your loss but Geraldine and I want to let you know you are in our constant thoughts and prayers
Mitchell Jacobs
May 9, 2017
Carol, I just got back from being out for the week and heard the news. I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers go out to you.
May 8, 2017
Dear Carol. Mark was a warm,wonderful and versatile man.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
May 8, 2017
Carol, Jimmy and I were so shocked to learn of Mark's passing. I am so sorry, I wish I knew what to say! Our heart breaks for you! Please let me know if there is anything we can do for you! Polly & Jimmy Johnson
James Gamble
May 7, 2017
All good wishes and condolences, Carol, to you and yours, from my wife Laura and me in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
May 7, 2017
Carol, we are so sorry to hear about Mark. We miss his quick smile and warm laughter. Sending you love and hugs, Johanna and Robear
May 7, 2017
Carol, I was so sorry to hear of your husband's passing. Many times over the years after Penfield I have thought of you and sent good wishes your way. You will be more in my thoughts and prayers now. Joanne (St. Louis, MO)
May 6, 2017
Carol,
We are so sorry to hear of Mark's passing.We are thinking of you and remembering happier times with Mark.
Ginny and Stu Soloway
May 6, 2017
Dear Carol and Family, So sad to hear this news today. Mark was such a great guy and although we didn't get to see him much in recent years I always think of him smiling.
Thinking of you, Dave and Anne (Hennrikus) Nelson
May 5, 2017
Dearest Carol, What a shock to hear about Mark! We are sending prayers and love your way. Heartfelt sympathies, Janice and Joe Gulick
Judy Lowe
May 5, 2017
Carol, Pete and I very saddened to hear of Mark"s passing. He was a very kind man and will be missed so much. Know that we love you and will keep you in our prayers.
Jim & Robin Pye
May 5, 2017
Carol,
Robin & I were surprised and saddened upon learning of Mark's passing.We want to pass on our condolences to you. We will miss him greatly. I will always hold dear, the great times that we had growing up together. Carol, you are in our prayers.
Frankie Allison
May 4, 2017
Carol, Doug and I are so sad to hear of Mark's passing. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Frankie Allison
Dominic Precopio
May 4, 2017
Carol,
I will always have great memories of Mark at C&K and on the golf course. Loved his laugh and sense of humor. You and all his family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Sandra Ward
May 4, 2017
Carol, I am so saddened and shocked to learn of Mark's passing. John and I always enjoyed our times that we spent together. I am here for you if I can do anything. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love you, Sandra Ward
May 4, 2017
Carol,We are so sad to learn of Mark's passing. It was our good fortune to have known him. We're thinking of you with love and prayers. Margaret and Don Braxton
Jackie O'Shields
May 4, 2017
Carol, I am beyond shocked and devastated to hear about Mark's passing. Please let me know if there is anything that I can help you with during this awful time. I love you and will be saying prayers. Please, please reach out to me if I can help. Jackie O'Shields
John DeMarco
May 4, 2017
Carol,
I knew Mark from the day he was born.He lived behind my mother's house.I got him & his brother jobs @ C&K. He was always a good friend. I will miss him terribly.
May 4, 2017
May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11
May 4, 2017
Carol, from the first time we met Mark, we knew we were in the company of a warm and caring friend. He will always be remembered as such. Our love to you,and prayers for you both. Robbin, Bob and Robby Farretta
Teresa Hinton
May 4, 2017
Carol, I was so shocked to hear of Mark's passing. Please do not hesitate to let me know if there is ANYTHING I can do for you. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Teresa Hinton
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