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HENNIG -- Eldon L. "Les" Hennig, age 81, of Albuquerque, passed away Thursday, November 2, 2006 at a local hospital. Mr. Hennig was born November 15, 1924 in Kansas City, MO to Traugott and Bertha Hennig. He married Donna M. Fisher on June 4, 1947 in Wellington, KS. She preceded him in death on August 7, 1995 after 48 years of marriage. Surviving are his sons, Gregory L. Hennig and his wife, Susan of Katy, TX, Phillip D. Hennig and his wife, Mary Ann of Wellington, KS, Randall L. Hennig and his wife, Gina, Stephen B. Hennig and his wife, Debra, Timothy J. Hennig and wife, Nancy, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Brent, Scott, Chantelle, Alyssa, Aaron, Shawna, Colby, Ryan, Eric, Michael, Tamara, and Andrew; and five great-grandchildren, Reilly, Wyatt, Mason, Megan, and Reid. Mr. Hennig was a WWII veteran serving in the Army having served in Greenland and Iceland as a radio operator. Mr. Hennig enjoyed flying single engine aircraft and playing the piano at an early age. He also enjoyed visiting with his friends. Though not outwardly expressive, his love towards his family was deeply felt. Though he lived much of his life in Albuquerque he always called Wellington, KS his home. He will be surely missed by all. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m., Monday, November 6, 2006 at Our Risen Savior Catholic Community Church,. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. The Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m., Sunday November 5, 2006 at French Mortuary Wyoming Chapel. Friends may meet with the Hennig family Sunday from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. For those who desire, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of choice. French Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Sun November 05, 2006