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Paul Henninger Obituary
Paul L. Henninger, 94, Lenhartsville, died Friday, Oct. 9, 2009, in Lehigh Valley Hospital, Salisbury Township.
He was the husband of Grace M. (Baver) (Merkel) Henninger. They celebrated their 43rd anniversary in June 2009. He was predeceased by his first wife, Stella (Dengler) Henninger, in 1965.
He was born in Albany Township, a son of the late Daniel and Leah (Faust) Henninger.
Paul was a lifelong self-employed farmer in Greenwich and Albany townships.
He was a member and former deacon of New Bethel Lutheran Church, Kemp-ton. He was a life member of Kempton Fire Company and a member of Kutztown Fire Company, Kempton Rod & Gun Club and the Virginville Grange.
Survivors besides his wife include a stepson, Neil P. Merkel, and his wife, Audrey, Lenhartsville; 16 step grandchildren, 32 step great-grandchildren and 13 step great-great-grand-children.
He was predeceased by four step children: Alan, Leon and John Merkel and Maryann (Merkel) Geist; a step grandson, Gregory Merkel; three brothers: Osville, Lawson and Miles Henninger; and a sister, Lillian Christ.
Funeral service will be Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009, at 11 a.m. in the Nester Funeral Home, 8405 Kings Highway, New Tripoli, with the Rev. David W. Blitch officiating. Calling hours will be Tuesday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. and Wednesday from 10 to 11 a.m. in the funeral home. Burial will be in New Bethel Union Church Cemetery, Kempton.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to New Bethel Lutheran Church Memorial Fund, 135 New Bethel Church Road, Kempton, PA 19529.
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Memories and Condolences
for Paul Henninger
October 16, 2009
Grace & Family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Paul. He was a true gentleman. Know that you and Paul were always so dear to my grandparents, Sam & Pauline Kline. You have my deepest sympathy. Daniel Krick
Members of Virginville Grange
October 12, 2009
To Paul's family,
Paul was a very active member of Virginville Grange #1832. He was a member for 44 years and faithfully attended many of the meetings.
Paul and Grace, always side-by-side, willingly volunteered over the years at grange functions, including serving many banquets where he was the "official dish washer".
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. His quiet smile will be deeply missed by everyone.
Well done, good and faithful servant.
Barbara Rader
October 12, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Nancy & Oscar Kleinsmith
October 12, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
October 10, 2009
My prayers and sympathy are with you Grace and your family
I will miss Uncle Paul
I m glad we spend some time together this year by going to Shady Maple and visiting other family We had a good time He will always be missed alot
Love Ruby and family
Terry Dengler
October 10, 2009
Our condolences to Grace and her family. Paul was a fine man who was always the perfect gentleman.
Zeiss Family
October 10, 2009
Our prayers are for comfort for the entire family of this very loved and cherished man.
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