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John Heneman
June 13, 1924 ~ June 20, 2017 (age 93) 93 Years Old Light a Candle
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A candle was lit by Jack &a Edie Neumiller
on July 2, 2017 3:55 PM
Message from Steve Saetre
June 29, 2017 12:09 PM
On behalf of my father and family I write: It's with regret I read of John's passing,But with thanks for his wonderful life, full of friendship, hospitality and humor. Better known to his good friends and family as the Red Leader. He was a very loyal friend to my father, Warren Saetre. (Who is still with us at 93) They were in contact by cards, phone calls into this year. They were part of a great group of pals that hunted, fished together for decades. They shared outings, stories and treats that would be included in annual XMAS cards. I recall John flying in to be there for his friend and my uncle Art Espeland's funeral back in 1999. I have a mug and thermos my dad tuned over to me a while back with the Red Leader logo name on it and happy to know of it's namesake. He was part of the fabric, life of Warroad and that region of Minnesota. It reminded me of wonderful times there and Lake of the Woods. My sympathies to his wife Dinah and family. God Bless the memory of John Heneman. RIP Steve Saetre.
Message from Renee Milbridge
June 26, 2017 11:59 AM
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. John was a great man and one of a kind. He will be greatly missed. RIP, Red Leader.
A candle was lit by Renee Milbridge
on June 26, 2017 11:58 AM
A candle was lit by Cyndy Renfrow
on June 24, 2017 6:48 PM
It is a very sad day for our community. We have lost one of our best. Many are feeling his loss today but none so much as Dinah and family. We would take away your hurt if we could. Thank you for sharing your husband and father with us. We were blessed to have known him. John Heneman lived to leave our world just a little better for having been in it. Truly a model for all of us. Indeed one of the Greatest Generation. He will be deeply missed.
It is a very sad day for our community. We have lost one of our best. Many are feeling his loss today but none so much as Dinah and family. We would take away your hurt if we could. Thank you for sharing your husband and father with us. We were blessed to have known him. John Heneman lived to leave our world just a little better for having been in it. Truly a model for all of us. Indeed one of the Greatest Generation. He will be deeply missed.
A candle was lit by Cyndy Renfrow
on June 24, 2017 6:28 PM
A candle was lit by Jimmy and Audrey Lee
on June 24, 2017 9:46 AM
A candle was lit by Jeanette Fish (Moyer)
on June 24, 2017 2:04 AM
Message from Denise and Phillip Stodgell
June 23, 2017 11:13 PM
We're sorry to hear of the passing John"Red Leader ". He will be missed by all. He touched many people probably never uttered an unkind word was full of wisdom. He and his father treated our family well. We will never forget that our youngest son PJ when he was about 6 in the gondola in the old gardens would call Mr Henemen the man with the most quarters not knowing he was a banker or what a banker even was. John would often give him quarters to spend in the canteen. We leave you with this thought,it was a pleasure to have known the man. He was definitely a pillar of our community. Sincerely Dee and Phil Stodgell
Message from Sunny
June 23, 2017 8:56 PM
Thinking of you Laurie and Paul. May God grant you peace and comfort as you hold dear the memories of a special man- what a legacy he left.
A candle was lit by Vanessa & Ed Hartnell
on June 23, 2017 5:05 PM
A candle was lit by Bryan and Nicole (Bailey) Shaugabay
on June 23, 2017 4:43 PM
Message from Jim and Barb Fish
June 23, 2017 4:31 PM
Dinah,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers, Dad is also thinking of you.
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers, Dad is also thinking of you.
Message from Doug Heppner
June 23, 2017 3:32 PM
A true Gentlemen. Always a smile and greeting.
Message from Patrick Sweeney
June 23, 2017 1:42 PM
Am very sorry to learn of John's passing. What a tremendous and exemplary legacy he leaves. Deepest sympathies to the family.
A candle was lit by Phillip and Denise Stodgell
on June 23, 2017 1:06 PM
Message from Paul and Emma Bachand
June 23, 2017 10:30 AM
Dinah and Family,
We're so sorry to hear of John's passing. What a life lived and a legacy he leaves for you to cherish. He leaves for the rest of us a model to follow from his example of service, leadership, and commitment to community and family. Truly one of the Greatest Generation.
We're thinking of you as you go through this difficult time.
Love,
Paul and Emma
We're so sorry to hear of John's passing. What a life lived and a legacy he leaves for you to cherish. He leaves for the rest of us a model to follow from his example of service, leadership, and commitment to community and family. Truly one of the Greatest Generation.
We're thinking of you as you go through this difficult time.
Love,
Paul and Emma
A candle was lit by Ed & Linda Turn
on June 23, 2017 8:51 AM
A candle was lit by Jim & Cyndy Scanlan
on June 23, 2017 8:50 AM
A candle was lit by Doug and Ileen Lindner
on June 23, 2017 8:49 AM
Thank you John for all you did for the Warroad area and the Warroad Lost River Sportsmen Club. You were a lifetime member and also a great supporter of the Warroad Warriors Trap Club. Because of you having faith in us, Ileen and I were able to relocate to Warroad in the supermarket industry. Rest in peace.
Thank you John for all you did for the Warroad area and the Warroad Lost River Sportsmen Club. You were a lifetime member and also a great supporter of the Warroad Warriors Trap Club. Because of you having faith in us, Ileen and I were able to relocate to Warroad in the supermarket industry. Rest in peace.
Message from Dana Johnson
June 23, 2017 8:41 AM
Dinah and family, know that my heart goes out to you. John was the best part of my time while working at Hamline and endeared himself to so many of us "Pipers"! God Bless you all.
Message from T Alston
June 23, 2017 8:31 AM
Please accept my condolences. May you find comfort in the hope of seeing your loved one again by means of the resurrection (Isaiah 26:19 and John 5:28,29)
A candle was lit by Tami Borgen
on June 23, 2017 8:08 AM
A candle was lit by Beth Biskup
on June 23, 2017 7:14 AM
Dinah and family,
I am truly saddened, and my thoughts and prayers are with you all. He was a pivotal part of my life, and I could always count on a little teasing. As long as I can remember I knew were the jaw breakers were kept, and he never ran out. He touched many lives, including mine. God Bless you all during this time, and I will look to the left when I go home to Heaven as he will be sitting there with a smile.
Dinah and family,
I am truly saddened, and my thoughts and prayers are with you all. He was a pivotal part of my life, and I could always count on a little teasing. As long as I can remember I knew were the jaw breakers were kept, and he never ran out. He touched many lives, including mine. God Bless you all during this time, and I will look to the left when I go home to Heaven as he will be sitting there with a smile.
A candle was lit by Rick and Pam Hetteen
on June 22, 2017 10:42 PM
A candle was lit by Larry & Alice Anderson Marathon, Florida
on June 22, 2017 4:51 PM
A true friend and a great man. We will always remember him for his laughter, his clever wit, his love of fishing, his love of life & family and his patriotism. John was ONE-OF-A KIND! We will miss him.
A true friend and a great man. We will always remember him for his laughter, his clever wit, his love of fishing, his love of life & family and his patriotism. John was ONE-OF-A KIND! We will miss him.
A candle was lit by Bill Ellis
on June 22, 2017 4:17 PM
Message from Bill Ellis
June 22, 2017 4:15 PM
Prayers for the family during this difficult time.
John truly was devoted to our community.
He supported everything related to the youth.
May he rest in peace..
God Bless the family.
John truly was devoted to our community.
He supported everything related to the youth.
May he rest in peace..
God Bless the family.
A candle was lit by BERNIE AND COURTNEY ABEL
on June 22, 2017 3:16 PM
Message from Danny and Mary Solie
June 22, 2017 2:55 PM
Once a Leader always a Leader, just in a different Venue now. Our condolences to the family.
Message from Les & Gloria Reister
June 22, 2017 2:27 PM
A wonderful man and great friend. No doubt one from the "Greatest Generation."
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Heneman Family.
Message from Bud Mclaughlin
June 22, 2017 1:59 PM
John was one of the nicest people on the planet. The last two times I talked with him he was telling me how proud he was of his children & being a grandfather & wanted to know about my children & how many grandchildren I had.
I truly Loved him he will always be in my prayers.
Bud & Peggy Mclaughlin
I truly Loved him he will always be in my prayers.
Bud & Peggy Mclaughlin
A candle was lit by Amy Haagenson
on June 22, 2017 10:29 AM
A candle was lit by Jamie Kuntz
on June 22, 2017 7:48 AM
A candle was lit by Don Carl
on June 22, 2017 7:34 AM
Message from Linda Silewski Loveless
June 21, 2017 11:07 PM
I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. He was a kind and gentle man and lived his life to the fullest. I had the pleasure of meeting John with my brother Tom. We would take road trips up north & visit with him. He told us stories from the past & evidence of those adventures are all in his office, I would like to offer my condolences to his family & especially to his lovely wife Dina. I really hope I spelled that right. Yes, John lived his life to the fullest. Exactly how he wanted to!
Message from David and Mary Lynn
June 21, 2017 10:38 PM
John was a lifelong family friend, and he and Dinah nurtured that friendship for all of the years they had with mom and dad. Their friendship was built on loyalty, principal, strong character and a smattering of shenanigans. He will be missed.
A candle was lit by Tim and Sue Huerd
on June 21, 2017 10:04 PM
A candle was lit by Stephanie Pletsch
on June 21, 2017 8:49 PM
A candle was lit by Dave and Shari Brodeen
on June 21, 2017 8:39 PM
A candle was lit by Jon and Kim Knudson
on June 21, 2017 7:46 PM
Message from Jule and Pat Hanson
June 21, 2017 7:07 PM
Dinah and family,
We send you our deepest sympathy and praying for you. GOD is your greatest Comforter and envelopes you in His love for you! GOD's word and promises brings comfort and peace; and knowing Christ is the way to the Father GOD as John 3:16 says! John has given many people special memories! Jule and John had many a chat while walking in the school halls. We care and send our love! Jule and Pat
We send you our deepest sympathy and praying for you. GOD is your greatest Comforter and envelopes you in His love for you! GOD's word and promises brings comfort and peace; and knowing Christ is the way to the Father GOD as John 3:16 says! John has given many people special memories! Jule and John had many a chat while walking in the school halls. We care and send our love! Jule and Pat
A candle was lit by John Landby
on June 21, 2017 5:53 PM
A candle was lit by Carol Lunos and family
on June 21, 2017 5:34 PM
A candle was lit by Wayne and Sharon Talbot
on June 21, 2017 5:00 PM
Message from Bill Kirkeby
June 21, 2017 4:55 PM
As a past member of the Warroad School District, I just want to acknowledge all the support that John showed our students over the years. He was a true Warrior.
A candle was lit by Bill and Pat Kirkeby
on June 21, 2017 4:52 PM
A candle was lit by Joy Biskup
on June 21, 2017 4:33 PM
A candle was lit by Teresa & Elliot Larson
on June 21, 2017 4:22 PM
A candle was lit by Doug & Denise Thomasson
on June 21, 2017 3:53 PM
A candle was lit by Gary and Pam Rachuy
on June 21, 2017 3:33 PM
A candle was lit by David and Janet Landby
on June 21, 2017 3:13 PM
A SENTIMENTAL THOUGHTS was sent on June 21, 2017
With deepest sympathy as we remember John. Keeping your family and loved ones in our prayers during this difficult time. Michael Zetahmeyer and Mark Honl
A candle was lit by Liz Hardwick
on June 21, 2017 2:52 PM
A MONET'S GARDEN TABLE BASKET was sent by Merle & Carolyn Knox on June 21, 2017
A candle was lit by Scott Landby
on June 21, 2017 1:27 PM
Message from Kent and Penny Smith
June 21, 2017 12:56 PM
What a wonderful man! he will be missed -- prayers for the family!
Message from Buzz and Kaye
June 21, 2017 12:44 PM
One of the best, without doubt! And brother Scott said it best. Our sympathies and prayers to the family.
A candle was lit by Tom and Stacy Roberts
on June 21, 2017 12:43 PM
A candle was lit by Buzz and Kaye
on June 21, 2017 12:42 PM
A candle was lit by Lynn Jaros
on June 21, 2017 12:29 PM
A candle was lit by Mike & Sarah Flick
on June 21, 2017 12:02 PM
A candle was lit by Thomas P Silewski
on June 21, 2017 12:01 PM
A candle was lit by Carter and Becky
on June 21, 2017 12:01 PM
A candle was lit by Roger and Teresa Knutson
on June 21, 2017 11:38 AM
Message from Cornel & Rosie Rygh
June 21, 2017 11:36 AM
So sorry to hear of your precious loss! Your families will be in our prayers and thoughts. My heart will hold many memories of John! Cherish all the memories you have made! Blessings!
A candle was lit by Steve and Sherri Nelson
on June 21, 2017 10:54 AM
A candle was lit by Donna LaDuke
on June 21, 2017 10:22 AM
A candle was lit by Albert & Rita
on June 21, 2017 9:56 AM
A candle was lit by Jim and Luella Cass
on June 21, 2017 9:41 AM
A candle was lit by Rod and Joyce Pearson
on June 21, 2017 9:33 AM
A candle was lit by Sharon and Seth
on June 21, 2017 9:32 AM
A candle was lit by Joe and Joan Olafson
on June 21, 2017 9:23 AM
A candle was lit by Dale and Rox-Ann Crawford
on June 21, 2017 8:43 AM
A candle was lit by Glen Bolton
on June 21, 2017 7:43 AM
A candle was lit by Jeff & Cindy Roadfeldt
on June 21, 2017 7:21 AM
Message from Scott &a Lynda Marvin
June 21, 2017 7:14 AM
Leader was one of the 'best of the best'....to Warroad, to our family, to mom and dad. He led quietly, by example and supported everything Warroad. When they coined, "The Greatest Generation", it was with people like Leader in mind. Thoughts and prayers to the Heneman family.
A candle was lit by Glen & Marie Bergland
on June 21, 2017 6:26 AM
A candle was lit by Kevin and Shawn Carlson
on June 21, 2017 3:09 AM
A candle was lit by Maureen Stodgell
on June 21, 2017 12:22 AM
A candle was lit by Glenn and Stacey Watson and family
on June 20, 2017 11:33 PM
A candle was lit by Craig and Randi Oftedahl and family
on June 20, 2017 10:45 PM
A candle was lit by Dan and Elouise
on June 20, 2017 9:14 PM
Message from Sandy and John Reishus
June 20, 2017 9:01 PM
So sorry to hear of John's passing. Know that our thoughts and prayers and with you all.
A candle was lit by Myles and Camille Hogenson
on June 20, 2017 8:53 PM
A candle was lit by Curtiss & Sharon Johnson
on June 20, 2017 8:52 PM
A candle was lit by Roger Stodgell
on June 20, 2017 7:57 PM
A candle was lit by Chris & Joni Bonnell & Family
on June 20, 2017 5:58 PM
A candle was lit by Margo and Steve Arnesen
on June 20, 2017 5:35 PM
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