Birth date: Dec 5, 1930 Death date: Apr 5, 2015
Jack Edward Henry went home to be with the Lord on Easter Sunday April 5, 2015. He was born December 5, 1930 in Uniontown, Pennsylvania to Everett and Audra Henry. He grew up in Akron, Ohio along with his brother Jim and sisters M Read Obituary
Shirley, Matt, Michael Sr and Mark,Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this time of sorrow. We were lucky to have met Jack 25 years ago and follow all the great memories that your family shared. He was a wonderful husband, Father and Grandfather. May he rest peacefully in the arms of the Lord. God Bless you all.Jeff, Terri and Sofia Rosica
I’m Luke Henry, Jack’s Grandson. My grandfather, Jack Henry, or Big as I called him, has passed away. I don’t remember too much about him, but he made a huge impact on my life today. Growing up, I went to my grandparents’ house on Thursday and Big would always take off work to see me. Every time I got restless at an event, he would take me for a walk. He was nothing but kind, loving and compassionate towards me. He showed me that love can come from someone other than parents and God. Even after his mental state deteriorated, he showed me love and compassion by how my Dad took care of him. My Dad showed the same love to Big as Big had to me. Secondly, Big taught me the beginnings of thriftiness and multiplying a little into a lot. He taught me hard work pays off and that you can change who you are. He grew up poor, but with hard work, kept my grandmother, Little, safe from financial issues beyond his passing. Lastly, he’s impacted my life so much that he’ll never be truly gone for me. He lives in my heart, he walks with me in any walk I take around a lake, and shows up in my father in the way he drives, plans, and loves. I’ll miss Big so much, but I know he’s at piece with my Lord. That makes me know he’ll live on forever.
I can’t help but be overwhelmed by all the wonderful memories, like ringing the bell for the salvation army together, and traveling to Florida and Chattanooga, all the jokes and laughter and love you shared. Thanks for all the good times Big Grandpa. These memories will last a lifetime.Michael Henry Jr. (Grandson)
Some 35 years ago I met Jack for the first time and felt like I had met a special person. He welcomed me into the family with humor and would often ask, as things would happen, “Are you ok, chief?” (He would ask me quietly and almost under his breath.) Sometimes, I would answer, “Yes, I’m fine.” He would then say, “Me, too. better than expected.” Other times, he would ask and I would reply, “Not so good.” He would then say ” Me, either. We need to do something about that. ” We would then share a conspiratory smile. You knew Jack was thinking about something that included the world and a hand of salt. To Jack, everything was possible. I am very grateful for him for being Mike’s father and my children’s, grandfather. We will always be grateful to the impact he has had on all of our lives. He stayed the course!
