Melvin Henning

Melvin Henning

1927 - 2020

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Melvin (Mel) Henning passed away peacefully on April 15th with his wife by his side. Mel was born on February 11, 1927 in Newburgh to Edward and Dorothy Lendrum Henning.  He graduated from Newburgh Free Academy early to enlist in the Navy in February of 1945.  Mel became a hospital apprentice and was stationed at naval hospitals in Sampson, NY, Bainbridge, MD and Philadelphia, PA.

Upon discharge, Mel worked in the shoe business managing Endicott Johnson stores in New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania.  He also worked at PediStep in Yorktown for many years. Mel later became employed in the Lakeland School District as a bus driver and custodian until his retirement in 1989.

In 1980, Mel married Mary Lou who survives him.  Mel is also survived by his son, Bob, of Austin, TX, his three grandchildren, Jack, Caroline and Courtney and their mother, Cathy, all of Austin, TX, as well as his brother Ed and his wife, Ginny, of Florida.  Mel is also survived by many nieces, nephews and close friends.

Mel was a parishioner of Assumption Church.  He served as a volunteer fireman for many years in Peekskill and is a life member of the Columbian Engine Company.

Two of Mel’s greatest accomplishments were being a devoted husband and a wonderful father.  Mel always made time for everyone he met and gave them the focus of his attention.  Mel will always be remembered for his kind heart, generosity, outstanding work ethic, quick wit, great sense of humor, wonderful smile and his ability to make people feel special.

The family is grateful for the care he received from Anna, Raquel and Kevin and the support of friends and family members.

In light of the recent worldwide occurrences dealing with the outbreak of COVID-19, the family of Melvin Henning would like to have his Hours of Visitation and Burial Services reserved for immediate Family.

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1927 - 2020

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