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Delbert Henson Obituary
Delbert "Del" P. Henson, age 87, of Munster, IN, passed away Saturday, March 31, 2012. He is survived by his loving wife, Bernadine of 62 years; loving son, Dennis (Ginger) Henson of Valparaiso, IN; two loving daughters: Gayle (late Ronald) Moreno of Hobart, IN and Alice (Mark) Pawlowski of Hobart, IN; four grandchildren: Rebecca (Justin) Gestring, Amy Pawlowski, Devin and Zac Henson; two great grandchildren: Mia and Pieper; beloved niece, Ina Toma; and many other loving nieces and nephews. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was the owner and operator of Del's Service Station in Hammond, IN. He was a member of Knights of Columbus Council #1706 in East Chicago. He was also a member of the VFW #802 in Hammond. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 4, 2012 at St. Thomas More Church, 8501 Calumet Ave., Munster, IN with Fr. Mike Yadron officiating. Visitation will be on Tuesday April 3, 2012 at Burns-Kish Funeral Home, 8415 Calumet Ave., Munster, IN from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. American Legion 369 will post colors at 6:30 p.m. Burial will be at Holy Cross Cemetery. Donations may be made to Hospice of the Calumet Area or the Share Foundation in his loving memory. His favorite hobbies included golfing and gardening. Delbert will be dearly missed by his loving family and many friends. www.burnskish.com
Memories and Condolences
for Delbert Henson
Alice Pawlowski
November 4, 2012
Daddy, Today would have been your birthday here with us, instead you are celebrating in heaven. We are honoring you this evening with a family dinner, we will miss your smile & hugs today as we do everyday. It has been a tough time these last 7 months without you, my heart aches to see, talk & hold you again. Mom is hanging in there, but she too has her bad days missing you. I know you would be proud of all of us for taking care of her since you passed. Amy & Mia are good, Mia is growing so tall & doing good in school this year, I know that always worried you. My only comfort in lossing you is that you are at peace in the glorious heavens above. Sending you eternal love, hugs & kisses Alice, Mark, Amy & Mia
April 11, 2012
Dear Bernie and Family: My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Del was a great friend. We had some great times. Sorry that we didn't arrive in time for the wake. May he rest in peace. Tom Hicks Granite Falls, N. C.
Chaplain Richard Reuer
April 6, 2012
I wish to extend to you and to members of your family my deepest sympathy on your loss. May the Lord's loving promises comfort you and give you strength as you walk through this difficult time. On behalf of a greatful nation as an expression of appreciation for the honorable and faithful service rendered by your loved one. “Honoring Those Who Served-Ministry” –Chaplain Richard Reuer, 1206 6th St SW, Minot, ND 58701. (If you wish a personalized sympathy card mailed to you with information on military funeral honors please email me your address and I will be happy to mail one to you.)
Bob Prezny
April 2, 2012
Dear Bernie, I just heard from Tom Hicks about Del's passing. My condolences and prayers are with you and your family. Del was such a good friend and I thought very highly of him. Our fishing trips and golf outings were so much fun for so many years. I'll be in touch with you in the near future. God speed, Del.
Jerry & Bea Kalinowski
April 2, 2012
Always had great memories of Del while I (Jerry) was growing up. He was an all around nice man. He should be proud that he raised such a great family. Our prayers go out to Bernadine, Dennis, Gayle, and Alice.
tina schwartz
April 2, 2012
Del you were a great man and what great memories i have of you at the circle, we will miss you. I will always think of you. Tina
April 2, 2012
Bernie and Family, We are sorry about your loss of "Del" He was a great neighbor, Phyllis & Louis spoke only good things about him, always lending a hand. He is at peace in God's care smiling down at his family who was always there for him. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Carl & Sharon Paunicka & Family
John Paschal
April 2, 2012
Gayle and family. All the Temtco Team send our condolences to you and your family. I can tell reading the guest book how great a man he was and how much you and your famaily loved him. I am so sorry for your loss.
tim felus
April 2, 2012
i was so sorry to hear about Del. he was a gratious & generous man who, along with Bernadine, helped take care of my mom after my dad died. that is a debt that can not be repaid. they said that Del & my dad looked so much alike that they should have been twins. now they'll get a chance to compare notes as they wait for the rest of us.all my best to Bernadine & his family.
Pete Reinstein
April 2, 2012
Dennis, I was sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. All the best.
Benich
April 2, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ken & Kathe Benich Sr.
Alice Pawlowski
April 2, 2012
Dad, I will miss you every day. You were so good to mom & us. You were such a hard worker always providing for your family & ready to lend a hand whenever we needed one. Thanks for the good times at Gun Lake that I to have grown to love. I'm the women I am today because of your unconditional love & support. You will always be my hero & I'll always be your little girl. May you R.I.P.
April 2, 2012
I'd like to express my sincere condolences to the entire Henson family on your loss of "Del". He permited my brother and myself to work for him at his gas station years ago. In fact, thru the years he had employed a lot of neighborhood boys to work for him. He was an all around NICE GUY! Philip Duszynski
Gayle Moreno
April 2, 2012
Daddy may you rest in peace. I will miss you so much, you were my right hand man. You loved us unconditionally & always supported us no matter what our decisions were. There will never be a man so loving & generous as you.
Thank you for making me the person I am today, strong & proud.
I love you with all my heart.
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