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Mark Henning

August 17, 1942 — January 30, 2014

Mark Darrell Henning, age 71, passed away Thursday, January 30, 2014 at Good Samaritan Health Center after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born August 17, 1942 in Sheboygan, WI to the late Marvin H. and Loraine Henning. He and Darlene Ertel were united in marriage on April 7, 1978 in Sheboygan, a union lasting over 35 years. Mark graduated from Sheboygan Central High School, Class of 1961 and then went on to serve in the United States Air Force. While doing so, he served in places such as Hawaii, Guam, Japan and Vietnam. Upon his return in 1965, Mark began his civilian life, which included employment at such places as Kohler Company, Clevepak Corporation and Wal-Mart, where he retired as a Department Manager. Mark enjoyed the outdoors and was a hunter and fisherman. Mark enjoyed traveling throughout the United States but held an extra special place in his heart for the state of Alaska. He loved to tell stories and show pictures of his adventures there with anyone who would listen. Survivors include his wife, Darlene Henning, Merrill; six sons: Todd Klueger, Carey Henning, Brad Henning, all of Sheboygan, Todd (Laura) Henning, Indianapolis, IN, Cliff Henning, Cleveland, WI, and Brett (Kori) Henning, Knoxville, TN; five grandchildren: Brandon and Connor Henning, Breann and TJ Henning and Braeton Henning; one brother: Jack (Jodel) Henning, Sheboygan Falls, WI; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Darlene Henning and Carol Henning. A Memorial Service will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, February 8, 2014 at Waid Funeral Home, Merrill, WI. Visitation will be from 4-7 PM Friday February 7 and again Saturday February 8 from 10 AM until the time of service, all at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donation may be given directly to the family. Waid Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.waidfuneral.com.

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Visitation
Friday, February 7, 2014
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Waid Funeral Home

301 Eagle Drive
Merrill, WI 54452

Visitation
Saturday, February 8, 2014
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Waid Funeral Home

301 Eagle Drive
Merrill, WI 54452

Visitation
Saturday, February 8, 2014
11:00 AM
Waid Funeral Home

301 Eagle Drive
Merrill, WI 54452


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