Our condolences to the family of Jerome Henry, Sr. on his passing yesterday.
Jerry Henry was a friend of the disadvantaged. No one was a "forgotten person" for Jerry Henry always remembered the lonely, the hungry, and the cold.
It has been a tough struggle these many months since a stroke felled him. We wish for an abiding peace for his family who have cared for him with love and devotion in the manner in which his life was an example.
His work will survive him. A memorial fund has been created to help provide community based health care for those in need.
I served four years on the FWCS school board with Jerry Henry, Sr. I have never worked with a man that fit the definition of "gentleman" more than Jerry. My life was enriched by knowing him and he will be missed.
Posted by: Jon Olinger | November 24, 2008 at 07:00 AM
May he rest in peace, he was a heck of a nice guy.
Posted by: tim zank | November 25, 2008 at 08:53 AM
I got to know Jerry Henry through all my years covering Fort Wayne. Every so often, the senior Henry would show up or just be there to discuss what was happening in the city of churches. In discussions with him, you always felt like you were speaking with a good friend, even if he only knew you very little. That's a mark of a good person.
Posted by: Andrew Jarosh | November 27, 2008 at 09:54 PM
I was saddened to find out Jerry Henry had passed away. He touched the lives of almost all in Fort Wayne in many ways. He was an advocate for the downtrodden. He set examples for many, including his children to follow. He was a true gentleman with a huge heart and wonderful smile. Best of all, he was committed to Fort Wayne and all those living there. "Quiescat in Pace"
Posted by: Victor Locke | December 03, 2008 at 08:12 AM