Lloyd Ivan Hennig, 88, was called to heaven on Sunday, September 4, 2011 with his family by his side. Born on April 12, 1923 to Ivan and Alma Hennig in Valera, TX, Lloyd lived most of his life in the Buda and Driftwood areas. Lloyd served in the United States Air Force during World War II, stationed in Germany, France and England. He proudly served with the Austin Police Department for two years before becoming a ranch foreman for the Rutherford Ranch for 36 years. He was also elected to the Buda School Board and was re-elected to the new Hays Consolidated ISD. He retired at the age of 73. Lloyd and his wife Dolores were members of the Driftwood Methodist Church for almost 50 years. Lloyd taught Sunday School for 25 years.
Lloyd is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Dolores Meinen Hennig; son, Joe Hennig; son, Dan Hennig and wife Marianne; granddaughter, Shanna Letbetter and husband Bruce; granddaughter, Keely Sonlitner and husband James; granddaughter, Kari Reed and husband Kyle; grandson, Jake Hennig and wife Pamela; granddaughter, Marcie Hennig; great granddaughter, Brylie Letbetter; great grandsons, Keaton Sonlitner, Jenson Hennig and Liam Sonlitner; brother, Chester Hennig and wife, Mary; sister, Pat Jones; brother, Jack Hennig; as well as numerous friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Ralph Hennig; daughter-in-law, Vicki Hennig; and brother-in-law, Tom Jones.
Funeral services will be held at Driftwood Methodist Church on Thursday, September 8, 2011. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. with the service beginning at 11 a.m. A loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, he will be greatly missed by those whose life he touched.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Driftwood Methodist Church and Community Cemetery.
