Richard (Rick) Alan Hennekam, 63 a resident of Gonzales, LA passed away at home on May 26, 2022. He was originally from Terre Haute Indiana and lived in Plantation Florida with numerous other stops along the way. His entrepreneurial drive started at an early age selling fruit off the trees from his little red wagon to the people in his neighborhood. That drive led him to a variety of businesses throughout his life. Businesses he owned included car lots, a jewelry store and most recently an antique store. Everyone knew his smile and his infectious joyous personality. His greatest joys came from being able to help others and lend a hand up whenever he could. He is survived by his partner of 19 years, Eva Friedman; mother, Wilma Jean Hennekam; sister, Tracy Hennekam; sons Shaun Hennekam and Jakob Hennekam and his grandson, Leo Hennekam. He will be missed by his extended family members, friends and Athena and Apollo his most recent shelter dogs. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts can be made to ThePitStopRescue.com or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, charities that were near and dear to his heart. Memorial service will be held June 2nd, 2022, at 10:30am at The Venue, 13475 Highway 431 Suite K, St. Amant, LA.
Richard was like a father to me, a brother and one of my dearest friends. I’m sure losing him put a pretty big hole in a lot of hearts. I know I’m not the only one feels like my very soul is shredding from this loss.My dear brother I want you to know that I will always be grateful to have had the privilege of knowing you and making myself be smart enough to take your advice.I am glad you are no longer in the excruciating pain you had. Even despite that you always found a way to make us all feel better about life if only for a single passing moment.You always went out of your way to help humans and furbabies even if it put you behind. You were and always will be one of God’s many Angels. Now you can finally rest dear friend. Peace is way over due for you brother. See you later ya knucklehead 💓🙏🌈💐🐺🔥
Richard will be missed by many. I am so Glad that I got to have him as a friend even for a short time. He was the Best bad Santa ever!!! May he Rest in Peace. Condolences to his family and Friends.