Richard Wilbert Henry
November 15, 2011
Peacefully with family by his side, on Tuesday, November 15th, at Victoria Hospital after a short illness. Beloved husband of Shirley. Dear father of Rick (Wanda Millard), Ron (Jennifer) and Mike (Marilyn). Loving grandpa of Amanda, Erica, Taylor, Joclyn, Jarvis, Garrett and Meagan. He is predeceased by his father Ronald and survived by his mother Lois. Brother of Anita, Michael (Yolanda), Shelly (Doug Wasson) and Susanne (Duncan Fick) and brother-in-law of Ray (Peggy) Cook. Uncle of many nieces and nephews. Rick accomplished many things in life. He was the owner of Carolina Homes, a London builder of fine quality homes for 20 years. He will be sadly missed by his family and many friends. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 3:00-5:00 and 7:00-9:00 p.m. at the WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, where the funeral service will be held on Friday, November 18th, 2011 at 10:30 a.m. Cremation with a private family interment at Woodland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Salvation Army or the Children’s Health Foundation would be appreciated.
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Nancy and I send our sincere condolences to Shirley and Family. We are saddened by Rick's passing and will miss his always smiling and ever so courteous presence on the tennis courts. Rick brought out the best in those who were priviledged to enjoy his friendship. With sympathy, Ted and Nancy Kappler
Dear Shirley and family, We were so sad to learn of Rick's illness and now his passing away. His enthusiasm and positive attitude on and off the tennis court were inspiring to all. Our prayers are with you all in this most difficult time. With sympathy, Jane and Doug Ditmars
Dear Shirley, My sincere condolensces. It was such an honor getting to know Rick and yourself over the past few months. Although I only got to go with him to therapy a couple of times I felt like we connected. My prayers are with you and your family. With sympathy, Bogdan Pascalau
Dear Ron and family, We are deeply saddened by the loss of your Father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of need. With deepest sympathy, Chris, Alexandra, Victoria, and Christian.
Shirley and Family On behalf of myself and Stewart I want to send our sincere condolences on Rick's passing. You were great neighbors to both my parents and I know that Dad has some great (and fun) memories of your years on Steeplechase Drive. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the boys at very difficult time.
Dear Shirley & Family: We were so very sad to hear of Rick's passing. Please know that you have been and continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. With our deepest sympathy. Mary Ann & Ed
Dear Shirley and family: I am so sad to hear about Rick's passing. I wanted to get in touch with you over the summer but was told you preferred privacy so I prayed for you both. What a wonderful man and what a terrible loss for you and your family. I know personally how hard this is and will continue my prayers for you and the family. If I can do anything for you please let me know. Blessings, Rose Marie
Dear Shirley and family, Our heartfelt thoughts are with you at this time. Please know you have many friends who care. We wish you fond and happy memories to help you through your grief. Merle and Hank
Shirley,Rick,Ron ,Mike and family. Neighbours for years and friends for many more after. Rick will be missed but he remains a neighbour always. Heart felt condolences to all of you. PS I didn't give Rick JR the key to 657,he found it:) Memories we keep forever.
WORKING ALONGSIDE RIC AT AVCO, IT WAS CLEAR HIS PROFESSIONAL APPROACH TO BUSINESS WAS ABOVE THE REST. RIC ALWAYS FOUND THE TIME TO HELP OTHERS. OUR SOCIAL TIMES TOGETHER WERE FULL OF FUN AND LAUGHTER. RIC WAS A TRUE FRIEND AND WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED.
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Dear Shirley, What sad news of Rick's passing. I have had the pleasure of playing tennis with him in the round robins at Mariner Sands. He was such a pleasure to have as a partner. You too Shirley was also a great pleasure to have as a partner for team. Peter enjoyed having him play on his team many times. You will both be missed very much. We wish you well through this difficult time and our sincere condolences. Love,Pat and Peter Gangloff
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Shirley and family; So sorry you have lost Rick. We will be thinking of you. Sincere condolences Karen/Mike
Dear family, we had the pleasure working for and with your Dad, he reminded me of my own father, a gentle kind and fair business man and a builder of great homes. On behalf of my staff and I our deepest condolence. He will be dearly missed Ron I understand that you are following in his footsteps, if there is anything that we can help you with do not hesitate to ask. Cincerely, Casey
Dear Shirley & Family, Rick was a great guy who always had an infectious smile and boundless energies. We were blessed to have been his friend. Love, Tim and Michele
Dear Shirley and family. My deepest condolences for you and Rick's family. I've had the pleasure of knowing you and Rick for many years. I vividly remember you and I in Rick's office trying to get things set up for him on his computer, phone, or some technical appliance. I will miss him very much. He was a great man to you, the family and the community. If you need anything, just give me a call. With regards, Barry
Dear Shirley & Family: Words cannot express the sorrow that we feel on Rick's passing. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend. He will be missed but his memories will live forever. Please know that you and your family are in our prayers now and forever. Love your friends B & Frank
Dear Shirley and Family, We were so saddened to learn of Rick's passing. I remember Thanksgiving a few years ago, we had dinner with you and friends and Rick was so pleased, his new knee was doing so well!! He was always so pleasent and friendly on the courts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Fondly, Sue and Jim
Shirley and Family, We are deeply saddened by Rick's sudden passing and with a friendship going back to our teenage years, many fond memories will fill my mind as I drive from Penetang to London tomorrow to attend the service along with many of his old friends. Jim and Karen Miller
Shirley, Ron and Family, I am truly saddened by the passing of Rick, I know that Rick will be sadly missed throughtout the LHBA. He was a very respected person and I really enjoyed conversations that we shared. Always Kind Thoughts, Kelly
Dear Shirley and family - Diane and I are deeply saddened by Rick's passing. We both hope you can all find strength through this period in the cherished memories you experienced with Rick. I loved Rick's company as we were always able to feed off eachothers energy and back and forth boyish banter. Intelligent, articulate, humourous, a true entrepreneur - I knew him as a competitor, colleague, but most a friend! He will be missed but not forgotten. Carm and Diane
Rick took special interest in us and built a wonderful home suitable for our family. What started as a business relationship became a unique friendship, which enriched our lives. We are deeply saddened by his passing but feel comforted knowing that he is in a better place now. His legacy will live through his wonderful family and yet also through the many, many homes built for other families like ours. He will be missed, for sure. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Dear Shirley and family, Just want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Rick was such a pleasure to know and be around. He will be missed by many. We love you. Sandy and Tillman
Dear Shirley and Family - Jeanie and I are very sorry to hear of Ricks's passing, but want you to know that you are in are thoughts and prayers at this sad time. Dan and Jeanie Coulter, Thunder Bay, ON
Dear Ron & Family, I am deeply saddened to hear of Rick's passing. Rick was an honest and respected member of our community. He was always kind and a pleasure to work with. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Dear Ron & Family, My most sincere thoughts of sympathy are with you right now. Please know what a liked and respected man your Dad was in the building community. He will sorely be missed. Please don't hesitate to ask for any help that may be needed. Kindly, Shellie Chowns
Dear Shirley and family. Our deepest condolences. It was a great pleasure to have golfed with Rick so much over these past 10 years and a special moment to have been with him to share in his hole-in-one. I'll deeply miss my golf buddie.
My sympathies to the Henry and extended family.
ricks family and friends-----rick always had a nice smile and great personality and he was a wonderful friend to his friends---I can see you in the sky smiling down on all of us--frank
The Oaks Ladies League wish to extend our deepest condolences to you both and all of your family.
We would like to offer you and your family our condolences for your loss.
To Ron and Family, I am so sorry to hear about your father's passing. In my dealings with your father over the years, I've come to know him as a fair and honest man with integrity, who treated people with respect. I always admired the dedication he showed to his family, his health, and his business. He will be sorely missed.
Shirley, I am so sorry to hear the news. It was a privilege to work with you downtown, and I know you and your husband shared such a special relationship. I will never forget you attending my brother's funeral, and helping me through some very difficult times. I wish I could say the right words to comfort you at this time.
We are so saddened by the news -- we shall miss Rick, his warm smile and positive energy. Our condolences to the entire Henry family. Please know our thoughts and prayers continue with you. Love, Pat and Joe
Dearest Shirley, I just want to express my sincere sympathy to you and your family. I didn't know your husband, but he sure sounds like a wonderful guy. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family as you go through this difficult time. With deepest sympathy, Laurie
So sorry for your loss; we worked with Rick at Fennell Roof Truss years ago.
To All Of The Henry Family: My sincere condolences on the passing of Rick. I am very saddened by your loss. My thoughts will be with you at this most difficult time. Bonnie Mulheron Bosley
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