Henry J.  Kenia
Died: May 31, 2018
Kenia
Henry J. Kenia, 85, of Hackettstown, NJ, passed away at his home on Thursday, May 31,2018. Born in Duryea,PA on April 5, 1933, Henry was the son of the late Stanley & Sophie Goluska Kenia. Henry and his beloved family have lived in Hackettstown for over 55 years having moved from Mansfield Twp., NJ. He grew up in Clarks Summit,PA where he learned a strong work ethic on his family's farm. Mr. Kenia retired from M&M Mars Candy Company several years ago having worked there for over 32 years as a Coater. After his retirement, Henry stayed very active working on his house and yard. He was a member of the Gethsemane Lutheran Church of Hackettstown, NJ where he participated as an usher and loved playing cards on Thursday nights. Henry enjoyed going to Applebee's with his beloved wife Marlene. It was there that he could always find his favorite table available with a friendly staff waiting to share a laugh with him. Due to his lifelong work ethic, family values and moral character, Henry was more than just a loving husband, dad, grandfather and great grandfather; he was his family's unwavering hero and will be deeply missed. Along with his beloved wife Marlene Green Kenia, Henry is survived by four children. Three sons, Michael Kenia of Roxbury, NJ, Kenneth "Kenny" Kenia of Waitsfield, VT and Kevin Kenia of Rochester, NH. One daughter, Laurie Mahoney of Tannersville, PA. He also is survived by one brother, William "Bill" Kenia of Tunkhannock,PA. Five precious Grandchildren and four Great Grandchildren. He was predeceased by a granddaughter, Janess Ashley Kenia. Visitation will take place on Monday, June 4, 2018 from 4:00 to 8:00pm at the Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ, 07840. Funeral services will be on Tuesday, 10:00am at the Gethsemane Lutheran Church, 409 East Baldwin Street, Hackettstown, NJ, 07840. Interment will be at the Pequest Union Cemetery, Great Meadows, NJ. Donations may be given to the church in lieu of flowers. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.cochranfuneral.com.

Condolences:

Joyce Kennedy
#27
June 6th, 2018 10:17 am
Dear Marlene and family. So saddened by the loss of Hank - a great friend who will be missed by all who knew him. God's blessings, Joyce
Valerie McGrory
#26
June 5th, 2018 12:13 pm
So sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers, dear Marlene.
Chick and Linda Dimiceli
#25
June 4th, 2018 2:55 pm
Our deepest condolences to the Kenia family. So shocked to hear of the passing of Hank. Last week we were laughing and jokeing around.He was truly a great man.He will be missed. May god be with all of you at this tuff times
Marty and Judy O'Hora
#24
June 4th, 2018 1:49 pm
Our condolences go out to the Kenia family.Always thought so highly of all the Kenia kids and that was merely a reflection of having great parents.RIP.
Ginger & Robert Starrett
#23
June 4th, 2018 1:15 pm
Marlene and Family, Our condolences and prayers as you mourn the passing of a good Faithful man with a great sense of humor. We will miss him greatly. May the Lord bring you comfort and peace. Ginger
Frank and Carol Collins
#22
June 4th, 2018 11:18 am
Dear Marlene and Family, Please accept our sincerest condolences on the passing of Hank. He will always be remembered as a hard-working, kind, honest and respected man, and a GREAT friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. REST IN PEACE, HANK. We will miss you!!! ♡♡♡
Nicole
#21
June 3rd, 2018 9:43 pm
So sad to hear of the passing of Hank.. As a server at Applebee's I think I speak for everyone there when I say that he was a very sweet, friendly man. Always came in with friends and always had a smile on his face. We will miss his company greatly. Rest in peace. Xoxo
Debbie Pensack Olweck
#20
June 3rd, 2018 8:59 pm
Marlene-I am So very sorry to hear of Hanks passing. You have both been very good to my mom over the years. I know she is saddened & sorry she will not be able to attend any services. My condolences to you & your family.
Carrie Hearl
#19
June 3rd, 2018 7:57 pm
So sorry to hear about Uncle Hank. May God grant you the serenity to handle your loss. Great picture of the happy man I remember!
Betty & Donald Jennings & family
#18
June 3rd, 2018 5:23 pm
Laurie, so very sorry to hear about your dad. Mrs. Kenia, our condolences on your wonderful husband Hank. Boys, sorry to hear about your dad. He will be missed by many. Always such a very nice man.
Gail Petteruti
#17
June 3rd, 2018 1:15 pm
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your loved one Henry. The Mars Retiree Club
Jason Roberts
#16
June 3rd, 2018 12:26 pm
Kevin and Andrea, so sorry to hear about your Dad. I always thought it was the coolest thing that he took the time to ask you how I was doing (even though I was a Hershey guy!). If there’s anything you need, let us know. We will be thinking of you, your Mom, and the rest of your family during this tough time.
Connie Charles
#15
June 3rd, 2018 9:54 am
I'm so sorry Aunt Marlene, Uncle Hank is such a special guy. He always made me laugh how much he loved our Christmas card of the dogs. So happy he got to spend time with them & me at the family reunions. Thinking of you & the family & spending prayers Love, Connie, Tim, Izzie, Hemi, & Timber
Joy and Les Snyder, Sr.
#14
June 3rd, 2018 7:41 am
We are so saddened to hear of the passing of our Dear, Longtime friend, Hank. Our Sincere Sympathy to the entire Kenia family. Joy and Les Snyder
Skip and Linda Smith
#13
June 3rd, 2018 6:20 am
Our deepest sympathy on your loss. Prayers for all as God will comfort your mourning and strengthening your journey in the days and weeks ahead.
Cheryl and Ric Wachter
#12
June 3rd, 2018 5:31 am
Marlene, Kevin, Kenny and the entire Kenia family my heart and prayers go out to all of you. I always enjoyed sitting down and talking for hours with Hank about anything and everything that crossed our minds from building things, to sports and life in general. Every trip to here in New Hampshire seemed to as unique as Hank and started our long conversations. To all who feel sorrow in this time of grief, look for God's work among you. I raise my glass in a toast with a almighty shout of "To Hank," to celebrate his insightful conversations, to celebrate his family, and to his journey home.
Alice Frutchey Lockburner
#11
June 3rd, 2018 5:28 am
Marlene, My deepest sympathy on the loss of Hank. He was a great co-worker and friend. I shall miss seeing him at the Mar's Retirees Club events.
Tom Jack
#10
June 3rd, 2018 3:38 am
One of the really fine folks I met in life is gone. The kind of guy you wish you could be more like. As a new hire I met Hank at Mars he was so friendly and helpful to me . The world is emptier with his lost . May God rest his soul.
Connie Knight
#9
June 2nd, 2018 10:26 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Laurie. I am so sorry for your loss. Sending you love and hugs.
Cheryl & Ricky Lamas
#8
June 2nd, 2018 7:07 pm
All of of our thoughts and prayers to our family!! God Bless you All!! R.I.P Uncle Hank❤
Danny and Barbara Yankiv
#7
June 2nd, 2018 6:00 pm
Dear Marlene - We are so sorry to hear of Henry's passing. Our prayers are with you and your family. May God be with you at this sad time.
John Ferris
#6
June 2nd, 2018 3:41 pm
My sincerest sympathies to the Kenia family. May the many happy memories of your dad and his love for his family comfort you in the days to come. Wishing you peace.
My sincere condolences to you Marlene, as well as your Sons and Daughter. Worked with Hank for many years, a super individual as well as a great worker. Will pray that God gives the strength necessary to go on living as he would wish you to.
#5
June 2nd, 2018 1:51 pm
Judy Costa
#4
June 2nd, 2018 12:55 pm
Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers in this time of great sorrow. May your memories bring you comfort. My condolences go out to all.
Dottie Kappers
#3
June 2nd, 2018 11:19 am
Mike and family, so sorry to hear of you lost. Keep the memories in your heart. It isn't easy. Prayers for comfort for all.
Les and Joy Snyder, Sr.
#2
June 2nd, 2018 11:16 am
We are very saddened to learn of the passing of our dear , longtime friend, Hank. We will miss seeing that great smile that he always had for everyone. Our Sincere Sympathy to the entire Kenia family. Joy and Les Snyder
Stella Becton
#1
June 2nd, 2018 8:54 am
Thoughts & prayers with Hank's wife & all his of his family, he was a great guy. RIP Hank.
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