Conrad D. Henning

Conrad David Henning, 86, beloved husband of 38 years to Maryann Zwicharowski Henning, passed away at home on November 8, 2025 after an extended illness. He was born in Peekskill, NY on February 26,1939, a son of the late Charles W. and Olive Mallard Henning and had resided in Milford for many years.

Conrad was employed as a Funeral Director with Beecher & Bennett Funeral Homes for over 55 years before his retirement. As an active member of the West Haven Rotary Club, he happily made pancakes during the Savin Rock Festival for many years. One of Conrad’s favorite pastimes was flying simulated airplanes on his computer while enjoying his pipe. Known as an aesthetic individual, he took great pride in maintaining his yard and home.

He is survived by his stepchildren, Linda Shiska, Lawrence Koppel, Douglas Koppel, Bonnie Terbush, James Terbush and Wendy Andrews; several grandchildren and great grandchildren; a nephew, Dave Mitel and a niece, Nadine Henning. Conrad was predeceased by his first wife, Delores “Lorie” Pinckney Henning; his son, Mark Henning; his sister, Eleanor Mitel and brothers, Charles and Richard Henning. His family would like to specifically thank the nurses of the North Haven Smilow Oncology Dept. for their loving care.

Friends and relatives are invited to visit with his family at Beecher & Bennett Funeral Home, 2300 Whitney Ave. Hamden on Friday, November 14th from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. His Prayer Service will start at 6:30 p.m. Interment in St. Mary’s Cemetery will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be sent to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital www.stjude.org. To send a condolence to his family please see obituary at www.beecherandbennett.com.