Donald P. Hensel

1970 - 2010

Donald P. Hensel obituary, 1970-2010, Atlanta, GA

BORN

1970

DIED

2010

FUNERAL HOME

H.M. Patterson & Son-Spring Hill Chapel

1020 Spring Street NW

Atlanta, Georgia

Donald Hensel Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 17, 2010.

Behind his mild-mannered tax attorney exterior, Donald "Don" P. Hensel had an irreverent sense of humor that unfailingly found the absurd in every day events. He lived a life of amazing accomplishment in his unexpectedly short life, managing to reach the highest levels of success in every endeavor he attempted.

Don was born in Toledo, Ohio on August 10, 1970 to his parents, Pamela Whittington and Barry Hensel. His family moved to Indian Harbor Beach, Florida at the age of 10, where he completed high school with honors. Don went on to attend Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida, where he graduated number one in his class while serving as the editor-in-chief of the school's newspaper.

In 1992, Don entered Harvard Law School in Cambridge, Massachusetts. His strong academic achievement earned him a place with the Harvard Law Review and resulted in magna cum laude honors upon graduation in 1995. He then began a judicial clerkship with the Honorable R. Lanier Anderson of the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals, whom he considered both a mentor and friend. When he completed the clerkship in 1996, he joined the tax department at King & Spalding in Atlanta, Georgia, where he made partner several years later.

While many people think they are the smartest person in the room, Don usually was – but one would never know it from the way he acted (with the exception of the times he played trivia games). He was unfailingly courteous and kind to everyone around him and the first to volunteer when a friend was in need. He was an outstanding listener in both his professional and personal life, and was often able to solve the complex problems that stumped those around him. This gave him a great deal of pleasure, as he considered the practice of law akin to putting a challenging puzzle together.

While at Harvard Law School, he met his wife, Wendy, who he married in Macon, Georgia on a beautiful spring day in 1995. They recently celebrated their fifteenth wedding anniversary on a cruise through the inside passage of Alaska, where Don successfully tried his hand at dog sledding and go-cart driving. Don always considered their two beautiful children – Grace, 11 and Luke, 9 – to be his greatest accomplishments in life. He was a loving father who, despite his busy work schedule, never failed to take the time to attend school conferences, band concerts, and bingo nights with his children. He treasured the time he spent with his family at their home on Fripp Island, South Carolina, searching out the location of wild alligators while riding in his golf cart. He will be sorely missed and never replaced.

Don is survived by his wife Wendy, his children, his parents, and many other loving family members.

Visitation for Don will be held Tuesday, October 19, 2010 from 6 o'clock until 8 o'clock at Patterson's Spring Hill. The funeral service will be held Wednesday, October 20 at 10:30 o'clock at All Saints Episcopal Church. Interment will follow at Arlington Memorial Park.

The family would like to thank our numerous friends and family for their loving support during this difficult time. In lieu of flowers, we ask that anyone interested in making a donation do so in his honor to the Howard School of Atlanta.

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December 9, 2010

David Avery

Dear Wendy, Grace and Luke,

I just heard today of Don's passing. I can't comprehend the depth of your grief. I am so very sorry for your great loss.

I had the distinct honor of working with Don on a number of deals over the past 10 years. Most of our contact was over the phone but I always felt a warmth in our dealings that simply didn't exist in a normal business relationshp. It didn't take me long to come to the conclusion that this warmth this kindness was just Don. It seemed we always found time in our conversation to talk about our family and where we were going on the next family vacation. I recall one conversation earlier this year comparing notes of our Alaskan vacation.

Don was truly a remarkable man - in every respect! It is hard to understand why he was called home at such a young age. He will be missed by so many people he touched in a very unique way.

I will pray for your family that God showers you with His grace, His strength and His love.

November 17, 2010

Linda Arnold Wolfard

November 16, 2010

Dear Wendy
I am Sharon Bellinger (Kristal Bellinger Grossi) mother. I saw your parents shopping yesterday and was very sadden to hear of Don's death. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
I know the children are a wonderful refection of both you and Don. Don's love will continue to guide and direct you and the children. I am so sorry for your loss. Big hug!
Sharon Bellinger

October 28, 2010

To Don’s family, I had the pleasure of working with Don at Camp Thunderbird for a number of years. In fact he was the last cabin co-counselor I ever worked with. Don was a type person that I could sit here the rest of the day and try and think up something bad to say about him and could not come up with a thing to say. He was one of a kind and one of the nicest people I have ever known. This world was a better place with Don in it.

October 28, 2010

Diane & Bobby Ennis

Pam and Barry,
We just learned of Don's passing today. As parents, we cannot process the idea of losing a son and are saddened for you. Our memory is of a special and beautiful day---when Don & Wendy were married. You both were beaming. Words from us cannot begin to ease the pain but please know, we do care.

October 26, 2010

Annie Hellen and I are grieved by the loss of this wonderful young man. We remember your beautiful family from St. Sebastian's. Don was such a bright, talented kid!
Frank and Annie Hellen Thomas

October 26, 2010

Andrea Smith

Wendy, Grace and Luke
We are so sorry for you loss. The brief time we had together at Coralwood showed me what a wonderful famiy you all are. I pray for strength and comfort for you during this time.
Tripp Andrea Ellie and Beau Smith

October 25, 2010

Mike and Diann Harle

Dear Barry, Pam, Sarah, and Wendy,
You are in our thoughts and prayers - may God hold you gently in this time of grief and sorrow. Mike and I were so saddened to hear about Don's passing and pray for healing for each of you as well as the children.
Diann

October 25, 2010

Debra Apple

Dr. Hensel and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My husband Bruce Apple talked so very highly of you, not just while in school, but for years after graduation. Bruce passed away 3 weeks ago, and life for me is very different now. I again, am very sorry for your loss.

October 25, 2010

Jacqueline Harrison

Dear Pam and family,
I was so saddened to hear of the loss of your beloved son. You are in my thoughts and prayers and I only hope that time will ease your pain so you can focus on your wonderful memories of your son.

October 23, 2010

Josh Howell

Professor Hensel,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.

October 22, 2010

ellen Podgor & Cheryl Segal

Wendy, Grace, Luke and family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathies,

October 22, 2010

Nikki Clifton Pierre

Wendy, I am sorry to hear of Don's passing and wanted you to know that I am thinking of you and your children during this difficult time. It's been a while since we worked together at Alston & Bird, but I remember you and Don fondly. You are a strong woman and I know that God will give you everything you need to continue the life you and Don built together. Your family is in my prayers.

October 21, 2010

Elizabeth Uribe

Dear Professor Hensel,

I have just learned of your recent and sudden loss. I am so sorry for you and your children. Everything I have heard and read about Don makes clear he was a wonderful partner, husband, and father and will no doubt be greatly missed. You and your family are in my thoughts during this difficult time.

October 21, 2010

Glenn Fortin

Dear Hensel Family,

I worked closely with Don for a couple of years when I was a corporate attorney at K&S and Don was involved in several deals with me. Although it has been 10 years since I worked with him, I remember him fondly for his inspiring attitude. He really set an example for combining humility with great intelligence and ability. I am very sorry for your loss.

October 21, 2010

David&Sandy Pate

We are so very NUMB and saddened to hear of Don's passing, I can only imagine how You and the kids and his co associates and K&S family are feeling. I had the pleasure of meeting and talking to him briefly, but David had more time with him and Don was an inspiration with his words and how he was so very kind to us. God Bless you Wendy, Gracie and Luke...Memories are forever and the love is eternal! Our love and condolences to you all. Another Angel to help guide you. David and Sandy Pate

October 20, 2010

Stacey French-Lee

Wendy, I was deeply saddened to learn of Don's passing and I would like to express my sincere sympathy to you, Grace and Luke.
Stacey French-Lee

October 20, 2010

Jackie Stephenson

Wendy: My deepest sympathy to you, Grace & Luke. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

October 20, 2010

Angie Burnette

Wendy:
We were so saddened and shocked to hear the news. We wish there was something we could do or say to make things better. We always enjoyed seeing Don and Luke participate in cub scouts together. Angie and Dennis Burnette

October 20, 2010

Heidar Heshmati

My deepest sympathy to you and your family at this difficult time. Heidar Heshmati, M.D.

October 20, 2010

Susan Vanous

Dearest Wendy, Luke, and Grace,
It's been a couple of years since we've seen you (our Coralwood family!) Noah so enjoyed group with Luke. I am so saddened by your loss. I remember meeting Don at Luke's bday party at Atlanta Rocks. He was so great with the kiddos. I know he was also such a dedicated and involved parent at Coralwood. I will keep all of you in my prayers! Love, Susan Vanous

October 19, 2010

Brian Rudloff

Don & I became friends when he was working as a counselor at Camp Thunderbird in North Carolina. As a counselor, Don served as an inspirational role model to hundreds of young men and women, myself included. I'll forever cherish the memories I shared with Don and will always be grateful for the time spent in his company.

October 19, 2010

tarita virtue

To Don's family and friends....I am in a total state of shock...and cannot imagine the depth of your pain and sadness. My mother was just diagnosed with breast cancer and even though it helps hearing people say that she is in their prayers or how "sorry" they are to hear such news.... -- other days it just makes me crumble into a ball of tears before these same well meaning people. Don touched my heart back at Rollins and was always a kind, gentle soul. The world is a much better place because Don Hensel was a part of it! All my love and strength, tarita virtue (Rollins Class of '92)

October 19, 2010

Mrs. Hensel, Grace and Luke,

I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband/father. My heart is breaking for you. I am so sorry for your loss.

Sincerely,

Janel Stover

October 19, 2010

Janice Wingo

Wendy, Grace, and Luke,
So sorry to hear about your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

October 19, 2010

Lisa Rodriguez-Davis

To all of the Hensel family, it is true that this world has lost a bright shining light. I was lucky to have met Don earlier in the early 80's. He had a way to make a person's day get better just with a smile or pat on the back. I know that when a person felt out of sorts, he seemed to recognize it from far away and address it with kindness. He approached me once, on a very trying day....and after a good talk,(or listen) things just seemed better.
It is not everyone that can laugh at themselves and teach others to do the same. He was able to find humor in the smallest of things and also point out the positive.
There are no words to truly express the honor it has been to know him and the sorrow I have for your loss. God be with you all.

October 19, 2010

Valencia Lewis

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.

October 19, 2010

Wendy, Grace and Luke - we were shocked and so sad to hear about Don. He was such a nice guy and good neighbor. We will always think of him trick or treating with Grace and Luke every Halloween. He will be missed. Stacey and Barry

October 19, 2010

Ellen Heiber

To Don's entire family-

I was deeply saddeded to hear of Don's passing. I knew him long ago and can tell you the memory I still hold is just how nice and funny a person he has always been. My deepest sympathies to all of those who so obviously loved and cared for him.

October 19, 2010

Cheryl Jester-George

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

October 19, 2010

Lisa Kovary (Schreiner)

Dear Hensel family, We were in classes together starting in 7th grade at DeLaura and in the years that followed we all knew Don would aspire to a great many things. He certainly did. We are surrounding your family in love and prayer and know words are tough to come by at this time. So when the time is right you will be able to read these beautiful testiments to the light that Don's life did lead on everyone he met and hope they can bring some comfort. We all can say it was an honor to know Don and will always remember his smile.

October 19, 2010

Mere words cannot express the sorrow I feel for each of you for the loss of your beloved Don. May the knowledge that others care comfort you and lessen the pain of your loss. It is such a blessing that you have such wonderful memories of Don and that you can find comfort knowing you have a Guardian Angel watching over you. May God keep you safe and secure in the knowledge that He is with you to help you through. Freda Schildroth (Merritt Island, Florida)

October 19, 2010

Meredith Carr

Professor Hensel,

I am so very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers--may God bring you comfort during this difficult time. With deep sympathy,

October 19, 2010

Rob Manning

To the entire Hensel family-- I am so sorry to hear about the passing of such a great person. Don and I met in junior high school and I spent many an afternoon with him, always impressed by his brilliance and humor even as a teenager. We lost touch over the years, but I made a point to reach out to him last year to congratulate him on the great success he had achieved in life. He will be missed....

October 19, 2010

Joe & Kathy Keller

Wendy, Kathy and I are just heart broken for you, Luke and Grace. We wish we could be there for you and the kids. We send our paryers to you, Rita, Bob, Barry, and Pam.

October 19, 2010

Tiffany Tabor

Dear Hensel Family - My thoughts and prayers are with you. My God bring you peace and strengh and all ways know he is with you.

October 19, 2010

Shana Roberts

Dear Wendy, Grace, and Luke,
I am truly saddened by your loss. My sympathies go out to you and your entire family in this difficult time. Your family holds a special place in my heart.
Love, Shana

October 19, 2010

Luke Ellis

Professor Hensel,

I did not know Don, but I remain grateful for the words and time you shared with me last year as I sought balance in my commitments to family and law school. Know that my family will keep you and your children in our prayers during this difficult time.

Peace,

October 19, 2010

The Rev'd Gray Echols

Wendy, we at Prince of Peace church in Melbourne, Florida, are lifting you, Luke, Grace, Barry, and Pam to the Lord Jesus in our daily prayers. "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble" -- Psalm 46:1.

October 19, 2010

Meredith Allen-Belghiti

Dear Wendy,

I am so sorry for you and your family. I have the fondest memories of Don, of his kindness, humor and unending generosity. He made such an impact on all of us who knew him and will truly be missed. Best wishes to you and your family during this very difficult time. Surround yourselves with those who love you and try to take comfort in their support.

Sincerely,

October 19, 2010

Bernitta Harris

May the love of those around you help you in the coming days. Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. My heart is with you and your family during this difficult period.

October 19, 2010

Cathy King-Chuparkoff

You have left a beautiful light in so many countless hearts-heaven is truly fortunate to have you in its presence. Wendy, Luke and Grace-I knew from high school he would achieve greatness and the three of you were, I am sure, his pride and joy.

October 19, 2010

Dave Gustafson - SHS '88

To the Hensel Family - my deepest sympathies for your tragic loss.

October 19, 2010

Bill Prigge

Wendy, you and your family continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. May His grace and peace give you strength and comfort now and in the future.

October 19, 2010

NOLA STULL

Wendy, Grace and Luke,

We were heartbroken to hear the sad news of Don's sudden passing. He was such a kind person -- always smiling, behind his quiet reserve when I saw him at school. You can take comfort and strength from the wonderful family you and Don created and nurtured together. I know their love will get you though this sad time. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Much Love,
Andy, Nola, Drew and Will

October 19, 2010

Carol Taylor

Wendy, Grace, and Luke,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I had the great pleasure of knowing your entire family and it was very evident that Don was a warm and caring father and a supportive husband. Please let me know how I can help you during this time. You and the children are in my prayers.

Carol Taylor

October 19, 2010

Amy Lewin Dorman

I had the privilege of knowing Don since our move to Indian Harbour Beach in 1980. Although we have been out of touch since college, I am still heartbroken to hear this tragic news. I will always remember Don...as my math tutor, my piano buddy, my intermittent therapist (he was always such a great listener) but most importantly...my friend. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

October 19, 2010

Mark Wolozin

Our thoughts and prayers are for Grace, her mom, and the rest of her family. May you find strength in this time of sorrow. Justin, Tina, and Mark

October 19, 2010

David and Linda Spencer

Wendy, Luke, and Grace -
Please know that you're in our thoughts and we wish we could be there to help. Your husband and father was, above all else, a genuinely good man...the kind of person we should all aspire to be. And it was 30 miles, Wendy, uphill all the way.

October 19, 2010

Wendy,
Robyn and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. Don was such a modest, yet impressive and appealing person. We are truly saddened to hear of his passing. We wish you and your children all the best,
Antony Ryan

October 19, 2010

Chad Brock

Professor Hensel,

I just want you to know that all of your students have you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. We love you, and we will do anything we can to comfort you during this difficult time.

"Hold tight to memories for comfort, lean on your friends for strength,
and always remember how much you are cared for."

With my deepest sympathy,

Chad Brock

October 18, 2010

Nick and Jan Makris

Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your dear husband and father. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

October 18, 2010

Damon Meads

I had the honor of knowing Don before he blossomed to the Harvard-law, well-respected attorney he became to be. We played piano duets together as youths in satellite/indian harbour beaches. His touch on the keys like his touch in life: confident, yet respectful of the melody.

Don was steadfast in those ambitions he tackled, and dependable to the core. He married a wonderful wife, created a splendid family, and was a example to those of us who had the good fortune of calling him friend.

To his family, there's nothing that could explain why someone so wonderful could be taken so young. But please know your son, husband, and father had the respect of many people, going back a long time. If we had more Don Hensel's in the world, we would live in a far better place.

October 18, 2010

Suephy Chen

Dear Wendy, Grace, and Luke,
We are so sorry to hear about Don. We are just down the street so please reach out to us if we can be of any help.
The Chen Family

October 18, 2010

Prof. Hensel, I'm so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies to you and your family during this time. Shawn Bingham

October 18, 2010

angie hensel

Wendy,Luke and Grace,
Just wanted to let you know that you all our in my thoughts and prayers. My heart is broken for all of you and what you are going through. I can't wait to see you and the kids. I had just started reconnecting with Don and all already the kindness just poured out of him. He will be missed and in my heart forever.
LOVE YOU ALL SO MUCH,
Angie Hensel

October 18, 2010

Angela Hensel

Pam,Barry, and Sarah,

I need you guys to know that you are so in my prayers and thoughts, my heart is broken for you all. I can't even imagine what you all are going through. I love you all very much and can't wait to give you all big hugs. To lose your son and sarah your brother i can't pretend to know what that feels like. Be Strong!

Love You All,
Angie Hensel

October 18, 2010

Angela Hensel

Wendy,Luke, and Grace, I wanted you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I can't pretend to know what you are going through but my heart is broken for all of you. I can't wait to see you and the kids. Don will always be in my heart, we were just reconnecting and this makes me so sad.
LOVE YOU ALL,
Angie Hensel

October 18, 2010

Laura Coates-Wood

Professor Hensel,
I'm so sorry for your tragic loss. All of us at school have you in our thoughts and prayers.

October 18, 2010

Our deepest sympathies to Wendy, Grace and Luke and family. May God comfort you in this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Jack and Pam Williams and family.

October 18, 2010

Dear Wendy and family,
Words cannot express the shock and grief we feel at the loss of our dear Don. I met him when he was 10 years old , and I spent many happy hours with the whole Hensel family.... I used to (occasionally) drive him to Junior High School -- but my car (a 1964 Volvo) embarrassed him and he made me drop him two blocks away from the school... we spent years teasing him about that . His sense of humor was apparent even then !!
Don and Sarah were Jessie's first baby sitters, and always helped me with my annual Halloween bash. He took Jessie to her first high school school basketball game when she was three years old, . And he had the great temperment and energy to keep up with Ashley when she started zooming around. I remember when I met Wendy for the first time in Boston, and telling Pam and Barry that "he's going to marry that young woman!"
I have always felt that Don and Sarah were mine (as well as Pam and Barry's), and I am sending you all the love and blessings I have on this sad, sad day. May you have all the support you need in this time, and please count us in as part of that support. With love, the Babich's (Mike and Cindy)

October 18, 2010

Dylan Bess

Prof. Hensel,

We are honored to have met your beautiful family a few weeks ago. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

Praying for your comfort and peace,
Dylan and Shaniqua Bess

October 18, 2010

Bob Woodward

Wendy, Grace and Luke--
The obituary does a wonderful job of capturing Don's intellect, personality and accomplishments. I particularly enjoyed the report of his leadership on the alligator searches at Fripp.
It has been my great privilege to work with Don throughout his career in the tax practice group at King & Spalding. Through his brilliant intellect and dedication, combined with his unflinching integrity and friendly demeanor, he became one of the nation's leading lawyers in the tax treatment of business entities and their owners. We have received a tremendous outpouring of sympathy and respect for Don from lawyers who knew him through the ABA Tax Section and from working across the table from him in transactions. King & Spalding has lost one of its superstars, and we will miss him terribly.

October 18, 2010

Warren Thomas

Professor Hensel and family, all of your students and thinking of and praying for all of you.

October 18, 2010

Wendy, Kathy Jo and I send our deepest sympathy and want you to know, that we are allways here for you no matter where you live. After time, we will get together - you can count on that!! Be strong and know that God is always there for you especially in these times.

Love,

Uncle Mark & Aunt Kathy Jo

October 18, 2010

Sarah Hensel-Martino

Mom and Dad, There are no words that can even begin to express how sorry I am for the loss of your son. Please know that I will comfort you in any way possible and that you have so many people thinking about you and praying for you. I can't wait to put my arms around you both. I love you now and forever. Your daughter, Sarah Hensel-Martino

October 18, 2010

Sarah Hensel-Martinp

Wendy, Grace, and Luke, I just wanted to let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers in this difficult time. Your husband, your father, my brother will never be forgotten and will always be in our hearts. I can't even begin to expres our deepest sympathies to you and we will see you soon. Try to be strong and know that there are so many people praying for you all. Love to you, Sarah Hensel-Martino, Chris, Savannah and Brandon

October 18, 2010

Sarah Hensel-Martino

Wendy, Grace, and Luke, Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers in this dificult time. My brother, your husband, and your father will be greatly missed but NEVER forgotten by all of us. I am so sorry that this has happened and I will see you all soon. Love to you all, Sarah Hensel-Martino, Chris, Savannah, and Brandon Martino

October 18, 2010

We love you very much, Wendy. Don was a wonderful man and we miss him. Allyson and Dave

October 18, 2010

Doug Rosenbloom

Dear Wendy,
I am so sorry to learn of Don's passing. I remember Don very fondly, and I wish you and your family peace and healing.
Yours,
Doug Rosenbloom

October 18, 2010

Charlotte Alexander

Dear Wendy, Grace, and Luke,
James and I keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. We're so sorry for your loss.

October 18, 2010

Suzanne Boyd

Professor Hensel and Family,
I am so saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Love,

October 18, 2010

Wanda and I extend our deepest sympathy to you and the kids. Bill and Wanda Timm

October 18, 2010

Wendy Masin

Dear Hensel Family,
I cannot even begin to tell you how sad we are for all of you. Please know that you are in our thoughts during this time. I wish we lived closer to tell you in person. My parents will be there and they are bringing hugs and love from all the Eastop kids. Love, Wendy and Sean

October 18, 2010

Kenee Stephens

I offer my heartfelt condolences to you and your family.

October 18, 2010

Saba Ashraf

Dear Wendy, my deepest sympathies to you and the kids. Don's passing is a tremendous loss to everyone that knew him and worked with him. He was a great, one of a kind person, and he'll be terribly missed by a lot of people. Saba

October 18, 2010

Lauren St.Clair

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

October 18, 2010

Roy Sobelson

Wendy, Grace and Luke -- The Sobelsons are saddened by the loss of your kind husband and father. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

October 18, 2010

Shantay Bennett

May God continue to be with you and your family during this difficult time. Take care.

October 18, 2010

To Don's entire family,

Our deepest sympathy's go out to your entire family during this incredibly difficult time. You continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.

With love,

The Dewey Family

October 18, 2010

Trish Mullins

Dear Wendy, Grace, Luke and family,
We were shocked and saddened by this tragic news. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help you and your family during this difficult time. With deep sympathy,
The Mullins Family

October 18, 2010

York Singleton

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

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