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Kenneth Earl “Kenny” Henke

Birth	:	4 Jan 1929 Bismarck, Burleigh County, North Dakota, USA
Death	:	24 Apr 2015 New Salem, Morton County, North Dakota, USA
Burial	:	Hannover Cemetery, Hannover, Oliver County, USA
Coordinate	:	47.1146080, -101.4265950
Description	:	Kenneth Henke, 86, Hannover, died April 24, 2015 at Elm Crest Manor in New Salem with his family by his side. Kenneth Earl, “Kenny” was born January 4, 1929 in Bismarck to Henry and Bertha (Gieseke) Henke. According to family lore, in 1931 at two years of age, Kenny first developed pneumonia which was typically fatal since penicillin was yet to be developed. His older brother Lester, then 22 and engaged to be married, prayed God would spare Kenny and offered himself instead. God answered that prayer, granting Kenny 84 more years of life but a life without ever knowing his... Read More	Kenneth Henke, 86, Hannover, died April 24, 2015 at Elm Crest Manor in New Salem with his family by his side. Kenneth Earl, “Kenny” was born January 4, 1929 in Bismarck to Henry and Bertha (Gieseke) Henke. According to family lore, in 1931 at two years of age, Kenny first developed pneumonia which was typically fatal since penicillin was yet to be developed. His older brother Lester, then 22 and engaged to be married, prayed God would spare Kenny and offered himself instead. God answered that prayer, granting Kenny 84 more years of life but a life without ever knowing his older brother Lester who died later that same year from pneumonia! Kenny’s hope and expectation was to one day meet Jesus and Lester in heaven. Kenny lived those years fully and with gratitude knowing full well that his life did not come cheaply. He was raised on the farm homesteaded by his father northeast of Hannover where he developed his love for family, friends and, of course, horses. However, in 1945 he met his greater love, Audrey Hoger, gladly selling his horse in order to purchase a diamond engagement ring! Kenny and Audrey were married on June 16, 1949 and they made their home on the family farm where they spent their lives together farming, milking cows, raising their five children, and actively participating in their church and community. Kenny and Audrey sang beautifully together for many weddings, sang in the church choir, were leaders in 4-H, and held numerous offices within St. Peter Lutheran Church where he was a member his entire life. In addition to farming, Kenny was a talented carpenter, auctioneer, and horsemen. His passion for horses led him on countless trail rides, a wagon train with the Girls Scouts of America in 1991, President Clinton’s inaugural parade in 1993, and the Pony Express to Cheyenne, WY carrying an original mail pouch in 1994. He was a member of the US Marshal Posse and the West River Teamsters. In 2010 he wrote of his memories and experiences in his short book “70 Years of Horsing Around.” Kenny was Chairman of the Oliver County Centennial Committee in 1985 and the St. Peter Lutheran Church Centennial Committee in 1989. He was a fun loving people person who derived much joy and pleasure in simple things like telling jokes, stacking his pinochle hand when no one was looking, and a good old fashion water fight! He was blessed with 65 years of marriage to Audrey and they mutually supported each other’s individual passions. They have five children including Valorie Cartwright (Jim Yantzer) of Bismarck, Vickie Lambrecht (John) of Southgate, MI, Ross Henke (Ramon Gonzales) of Albuquerque, NM, Randy Henke (Sue Kraft) of Hannover, and Rick Henke (Mary Aman) of Center. He was a passionate and loving grandfather to Shannon Cartwright (Matthew Miskowski), Michael Cartwright, Jenna Lambrecht (Wiley Szuberla), Joe Lambrecht (Chrissy), Jeremy Lambrecht, Micheal Henke (Sammy Jo), Tristen Henke, and Wilton and Sigryn Henke. Three great grandchildren including Joshia and Levi Miskowski, and Brendan Lambrecht Stewart. He has one surviving sister, Evelyn Maier of Minot, brother and sister- in- law Glyn and Nancy Hoger of New Salem, numerous loving cousins, nieces, nephews, and countless friends. Kenny suffered from Congestive Heart Failure and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. During the past year he suffered numerous bouts of pneumonia greatly weakening his condition. Kenny was preceded in death by his parents Henry and Bertha, and siblings; Alfred, Melinda, Lester, Hulda, infant Mildred, and Keith. Buehler-Larson Funeral Home

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Kenneth Earl “Kenny” Henke's memorial is located at: Hannover Cemetery, Hannover, Oliver County, USA.
When did Kenneth Earl “Kenny” Henke death?
Kenneth Earl “Kenny” Henke death on 24 Apr 2015 in New Salem, Morton County, North Dakota, USA
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Latitude: 47.1146080
Longitude: -101.4265950

Family Members:

Parent

Henry E Henke

(1878 - 1950)

Bertha Henke

(1885 - 1969)

Spouse

Audrey Lorraine Hoger Henke

(1930 - 2018)

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Coordinate: 47.1146080, -101.4265950

2. Light Grave Site
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3. Center Community Cemetery
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7. Saint Pauls Cemetery
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8. Pleasant Valley Methodist Cemetery
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Coordinate: 47.2045100, -101.4265400

9. Schmall Congregational Cemetery
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10. Red Butte Cemetery
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13. Bagley Cemetery
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14. Nisbet Cemetery
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15. Rhein Cemetery
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Coordinate: 47.1268997, -101.6408005

16. Moos Cemetery
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Coordinate: 47.0243988, -101.6153030

17. Jakobe Cemetery
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Coordinate: 47.1336880, -101.6560650

18. Deapolis Cemetery
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Coordinate: 47.2552986, -101.2988968

19. Alderin Cemetery
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Coordinate: 47.2644005, -101.2994003

20. Rosebud Catholic Cemetery
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Coordinate: 46.9968987, -101.2343979

21. Bremen Cemetery
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Coordinate: 46.9631004, -101.2735977

22. Buchmann Cemetery
Oliver County, USA
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23. Daub Hill Cemetery
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24. Cambridge Cemetery
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