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Kenneth Henrici Obituary
Kenneth V. Henrici, age 77, of North Haven, suddenly passed away on November 4, 2023, at Yale-New Haven Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Known as Ken or Kenny to his many friends and family, he was born in New Haven and raised in Hamden. Ken was a proud graduate of Hamden High School and The University of Connecticut, where he was a dedicated member of the men's varsity hockey team.
Ken served his country during the Vietnam War with honor as a 1st Lieutenant in the U.S. Army. Following his military service, he embarked on a lifelong career in public service in education. Starting as a teacher, he rose through the ranks and eventually became a superintendent, dedicating the last 16 years of his career to Regional School District 11, serving the Town of Chaplin.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Meryl, and his loving sons, Douglas Henrici and his wife Kyna and their three children Brendan, Ryan, and Dylan, and Michael Henrici and his wife Shannon. He is also survived by his brother, Paul Henrici and his wife Carol, and his sister Phyllis Henrici. Ken was predeceased by his parents, John and Elaine Henrici, as well as his siblings, Jack Henrici, Elaine Henrici, and Craig Henrici.
Friends are invited to visit with Ken's family on Thursday, November 9th from 4:00-7:00 p.m. in BEECHER & BENNETT FUNERAL HOME, 2300 Whitney Ave., Hamden. His Funeral Service will be held on Friday, November 10th at 10:00 a.m. in Mt. Carmel Congregational Church, 3284 Whitney Ave., Hamden. Interment will follow in Centerville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to assist in the fight against pancreatic cancer in honor of Ken's late brother Craig. Please give online to PanCan-Team Henrici at http://support.pancan.org/goto/teamhenrici. To send condolences, please see obituary at www.beecherandbennett.com.
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Martin Taylor
November 29, 2023
I was saddened to learn of Ken Henrici's passing. Ken was an outstanding educator who always put the students first. Both as a teacher and administrator he was faced with the many choices and decisions during his career. Whenever faced with a difficult choice or decision Ken always looked to do what was best for the students.
In several districts Ken consistently looked to improve curricula; he was a strong advocate for Advanced Placement courses, something that has benefited so many students. He also understood the complexity of Special Education law and the subsequent regulations that follow. Ken was an advocate for all students. He enjoyed meeting with students and was always eager to learn about their concerns and point of view.
Prior to becoming an educator Ken served his country and was a true American war hero, winning a Bronze Star for his courageous service in Vietnam.
Ken was a fine educator and a true gentleman. He had such a positive impact on so many students, parents, teachers, administrators and community members. Ken will indeed be missed.
November 11, 2023
Visits its to our Connecticut cousins were a highlight of every summer growing up. The event was usually our grandmother's birthday. On Grammy's 100th birthday, Ken loaded her on the back of the motorcycle and took her for a spin around the block, starting with a ride down the steep Ives Street driveway. All survived. Ken was in 100% in everything he did. Condolences to Meryl and all the other family members.
The Cerilli family
November 11, 2023
Our deepest condolences to all of you. So sad to hear of Kens passing. Lots of fun hockey memories with you all. We are so sorry for your loss!
Dr. David Larson, Executive Director Emeritus, CT Association of Public Sc
November 10, 2023
Ken was passionte educator and American. I know he will be missed.
Sally Morton
November 9, 2023
Sympathy to the Henrici family, Meryl, children, and grandchildren. I've fond memories of the Henrici family, having grown up in Mt.Carmel, 'back in the day.' Kind regards,
Carl A. Secola Jr.
November 9, 2023
All to often we hear the term "self-made man". The fact of the matter is none of us are truly self-made. Like it or not we are all influenced and shaped in varying degrees by life's experiences and often by only a handful of people we encounter throughout this long journey. To this day there are certain individuals whom I will always remember and reflect upon the role they played in influencing who and what I am. For me more than a few of those individuals have been educators and Ken Henrici was one of them. Reading many of the posts on this site I am instantly reminded that great teachers and coaches like Ken, are like good friends. If you are lucky enough to have had at least a handful throughout your life then you have been truly blessed. I still recall back in Junior High when I could be prone to intellectual laziness Ken was one of those great teachers who inspired, motivated, and empowered me along with countless other students. I always looked forward to his class. Ken had a profound and lasting impact on scores of young people he taught and coached over the years. It may sound corny and hokey but Ken truly was one of those folks who helped to leave this world a better place than the way he found it. I will miss running into you and Meryl in a restaurant and sharing a Corona or a cocktail. I'm not sure who bought the last round but when we meet again we'll square it up. Rest in Peace, you will be sorely missed by all.
bh
November 9, 2023
So sorry to hear of Kens passing I had him as a teacher at sleeping giant jr high in Hamden in the late 70s he was a very nice man I remember him having a beard back then. I use to see him once and a while years later in north haven and never forgot him.I know he's watching over his family.
Fred Rossomando
November 8, 2023
To the Henrici Family. I'm deeply saddened and shocked to hear of Ken's passing. I worked with Ken, although only briefly, in Wallingford. I found Ken to be a student's first administrator and a shoot from the hip kind of guy! I really liked that in a superintendent! So sorry again. Fred Rossomando - music teacher - Wallingford CT.
Charlie Flanagan
November 8, 2023
I have read the tributes to Ken and it is obvious what a great person he was and how many people he touched. I had the opportunity to meet and spend time with Ken through hockey where my son played with and against Doug and Mike.
Both Ken and Meryl were always supportive of their sons endeavors.
We all carry with us the positive impression and experience having known Ken Henrici. Very sad to not have him any longer with us, but I bet we will all remember the numerous conversations and experiences we had with Ken, these will never end. Sorry to not see you any longer
Charlie Flanagan
Mark Marino
November 8, 2023
Mr. Henrici was my Track Coach and Teacher at Sleeping Giant in 1978 and 1979. He was a wonderful teacher and great coach. RIP. Cheers to a life well led
Mark Marino
Peter Pappas
November 8, 2023
I have known Ken since we were kids. I had the pleasure of teaching with him at the same Jr. High School we attended, many years ago. A thoughtful, bright and articulate man with a great sense of humor. He will be missed. Rest in Peace my friend. My condolences to his family.
Nick DeCapua
November 7, 2023
He was a great teacher as well as administrator.
Marilyn Kalison Lynch
November 7, 2023
So very sorry to the Henrici family. Mr. Henrici was my principal and very kind and supportive always.
Steve Campanelli
November 7, 2023
I remember Ken well and still remember him on his Triumph Bonneville riding the streets of Hamden. Ken and Craig were great men, and I´ll never forget them!.
Jack McCormack
November 7, 2023
Rest in peace coach, you coached our Legion Field 1964,you were not much older then we where, you always called me Cyrus,and years later presented my late Daughter her H.S. Diploma.
Arlene and Les Faiman
November 7, 2023
Classmate and friend - a caring and devoted gentleman, RIP
JB
November 7, 2023
Clarke´s Pond, Figure 8, Butterworth´s pond. You knew Ken would be at one of them when we had ice, with his palmless gloves.
Bill verneris
November 7, 2023
A great man loyal hard working loved him skated on many frozen ponds playing hockey coolest sub teacher with that triumph motor cycle great kids and wife loved Hamden hockey RIP Ken and will miss you loved talking hockey with you and fishing mill river!!
Tricia
November 7, 2023
Mr. Henrici was my principal of WHHS `97. He was a kind gentle man. Always willing to stop to offer a smile, lend an ear or offer encouraging words. He always remembered a face running into him years later. Very sorry for your loss.
Katherine Kennedy
November 7, 2023
I am so very sorry about your loss. Ken was a wonderful man. He was our superintendent when I taught in Wallingford. He was very supportive of his teachers and went out of his way to help myself and a colleague with a grant for our students. My deepest sympathies are with his wife, children and his entire family.
Jefferson Prestridge
November 7, 2023
Deepest sympathies to the Henrici family for their sad loss. I knew Ken when we were teachers at SGJHS. He was very well liked by colleagues and students. We had a lot of fun playing in the slow pitch softball league. We had motorcycles and he always rode with great enthusiasm. He was an American Warrior.
REQUIESCAT in PACE
Ray Guarino
November 7, 2023
Ken was our Principal at WHHS class of "94. He was a great man, down to earth and easy to talk to. Sorry to ear this news. Thoughts and prayers with his family.
Ray G
Marion Onieal Rose Bouffard
November 7, 2023
I am very sorry to hear this, prayers to the whole family. May he rest in peace and May his memory be a blessing.
Donna Lewis
November 7, 2023
Meryl and family, Paul, and Phyllis, my thoughts, prayers, and heart are with you even though I cannot be with you in person. I still can´t believe it. So many fun memories of sharing times with my cousins in Connecticut and so many funny memories of Nenny Nenny (Ken).
Carol Cangiano
November 7, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Walter Ostrinski
November 7, 2023
Meryl and family. Words cannot express how we feel with Ken's loss. He was a good friend and neighbor, and we'll miss him. I'll miss skating off River Road with him the boys in our younger years. Our hearts and prayers are with you and here if you need anything at all. Walter and Gwen
Walter Korzick
November 6, 2023
Dear Meryl, It´s been many years but I have many memories of chats with Ken when I student taught at Sleeping Giant . My sincere sympathies to you and your family. Respectfully Walt Korzick
Richard T Reutenauer
November 6, 2023
To Kenny´s family I send my sincere condolences. I´ve known Ken since the family first moved to Hamden. All the neighborhood kids hung around the Henrici house playing football in the backyard or a good game of table tennis in their barn. Ken was the first person who I knew to get his bicycle stolen while we were exploring the Sleeping Giant. Rest In Peace my friend
Larry Lazaroff
November 6, 2023
So shocked and sorry to learn of Ken´s passing. Such a wonderful man and family. Rest in peace my friend
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