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Richard Henninger Obituary

Richard H. Henninger (Dick), age 95, passed away June 29, 2012 from complications of a stroke. Dick was the youngest of four children born to Frederick and Ora Henninger on August 15, 1916 in Columbia, Missouri. He served in the Army Air Corps during WWII and was stationed at Harvard, Nebraska where he met his future wife, Jeanne Coffeen. They were married March 3, 1944. Dick was very active in the Colorado Springs community as a Realtor and Real Estate Appraiser. He served on the Colorado Springs Planning Commission, the Board of Deacons and Board of Trustees of First Presbyterian Church and was a member of Pikes Peak Kiwanis Club. He was an active volunteer at Ecumenical Social Ministries. Dick is survived by his loving wife Jeanne, daughters Cathy (Tom) Coca of Colorado Springs and Gretchen (Pat) Flanary of Roswell, New Mexico and three grandchildren. Services will be held Thursday, July 5th at 11:00 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 219 E. Bijou Street. It was Dick's wish that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made in his name to the Alzheimer's Association.

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Published by The Gazette on Jul. 1, 2012.

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Laurie & Michael Labout

June 25, 2020

Dick lives on in our hearts. Michael and I were just talking of him the other day. He will always be remembered as a Dear and Loving man. May his memories live on forever in family and friends. What a true treasure!!

Laurie & Michael Labout

June 25, 2019

It is hard to believe Dick has been gone this long. He was such a gentle and kind soul. Michael and I still dearly miss him and reminisce about him frequently! Jeanne and Dick were always so fun to be around. We won't forget the day I picked them up and took them to meet Michael and the Bryant's for lunch at the Broadmoor Golf Club several years ago during a Colorado State REALTOR convention. We had such a wonderful time that afternoon. Nothing but great and treasured memories. Love to the family as they remember their loving father.

Cliff Johnson

June 25, 2019

Dick was a fine man, a Christian man, and very joyful in his demeaner. His smile was infectious and he was kind! Miss him at First Presbyterian Church of COS.

Ron Coca

July 6, 2012

My love and condolences to Jeane and the entire Henniger family. I always enjoyed his company and his love of his family. God Bless you Dick.

Ken Garrison

July 5, 2012

Dick was a great mentor and I respected him greatly. He always was an encouragementand he was always gracious.

Dick at a PPAR Installation Celebration in 2009.

July 4, 2012

Anne Marie Smith

July 4, 2012

Dick was an incredible man and mentor. Every year since 1979, without fail, Dick graced the PPAR offices at Thanksgiving with a box of chocolates. Shall miss Dick very much-he was always kind, gracious, funny, giving, and caring and always wore that smile.

Robin & Jim Kunze

July 3, 2012

Dick was one of the finest mentors anyone could ever have in life. He and Jeanie were some of the folks we loved to see at the symphony concerts. We will miss his easy smile and big heart.

Wynne Palermo

July 2, 2012

Dick always had a smile, a kind word and a loving heart for everyone. Though they may leave this earth, they live on in the hearts of those who have loved them. Dick will live on. And I will certainly miss seeing him at the REALTOR installation dinners!
God bless,

Laurie Labout

July 2, 2012

To the Henninger Family:

Dick was a wonderful mentor to Michael over the years and always had words of encouragement and admoration for Michael. He was a well respected man and friend. We always enjoyed seeing Dick and Jeanne at the Pikes Peak Association functions and looked forward to visiting with them. Our lunch at the Broadmoor Golf Club a couple of years ago during State Convention will not soon be forgotten - what a precious memory for the Bryants and us to cherish always.

With much love to Jeanne and the family. We will miss Dick very much.

With sincere condolences,

Michael and Laurie Labout

Cliff and Liz Johnson

July 2, 2012

Dick, you will be missed, glad you and Jeanne got to go to Four Score and More!
Our prayers are with your entire family.
He (Jesus) has a place for you waiting!
With love and sympathy, Cliff and Liz Johnson.

John Lovell

July 1, 2012

To all the Henninger family - I'm so sorry for your loss. Dick was a great family friend and we will miss him deeply.

Mary Lovell

July 1, 2012

So sad to hear of the news about Dick. He was a friend to the Lovell family. Always had a smile and love in his heart.
I will be praying for Jeanie, Cathy and Gretchen.

July 1, 2012

Cathy & Gretchen,
So very sorry for your loss.
Ruth Wright Dameron

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