William C. “Bill” Henry, 87, of Warren, PA, formerly of Lakewood, FL, passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2024, in his home surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in East Brady, PA, on April 28, 1936, the son of the late John and Florence Henry. Bill was a graduate of East Brady High School Class of 1954. He retired as a mechanical engineer, May 1, 1996, after 21 years of service from Cummins, Inc. of Lakewood, NY. He was of the Catholic faith and a former member of Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Warren, PA.
Bill enjoyed baseball and played every chance he got; in his later years he also played softball for local adult leagues in Warren and the surrounding areas. He enjoyed motorcycles, boating, hunting, snowmobiling, and golfing in Florida. In his later years he found a passion for model trains and airplanes. Bill was a member of the Lakewood Rod and Gun Club. He and his wife, Kathryn, enjoyed traveling and for their 50th wedding anniversary they went on a cruise to Hawaii.
On August 24, 1957, he married Kathryn Bearfield in East Brady, PA and they spent 66 loving years together.
In addition to his loving wife, Kathryn, Bill is survived by two daughters, Linda G. Barger and husband, Randy, of Newport News, VA, and Maria L. Blume and fiancé, Randy Shine, of Bradford; 4 grandchildren, Melissa, Lisa, Jenny, Lacy; 9 great grandchildren; brother, Robert Henry, of East Brady; and his loving dog, Tinker Belle.
He was preceded in death by his parents, son, Christopher W. Henry, and one brother, John P. Henry Jr.
Services will be private and held at the convenience of the family. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc. has been entrusted with the arrangements. Email condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com.
Dear Kay, Linda and Maria,
So sorry to hear about Bill. Both you and my parents had such wonderful times together.
Just remember all the good times you shared and the times shared with friends and family. . I could list a dozen fun memories. Mom thought of you, Kay as her dear friend and Bill & my Dad were 2 peas in a pod for many years. Bill and Dad are Lucky to be alive from trying to see whose snowmobile was fastest………. HA! They can go as fast as they want now! You are all in my thoughts and prays. Take Care. I’ll see you Linda, at our 45th Class Reunion August 8-11th. See you then. P.S. Shallin lives in Newport New, VA until this summer too.
Kay, Linda,Maria and families. Just wanted to let you know we are thinking of you all at this time. we have lost touch of your family, but remember all the great times we shared over the years, from boating,snowmobiling,card games, watching Buffalo Bills games and etc. Take care Valjean and Jim
Dear Kay, Linda and Maria,
So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing, and remembering you in my prayers.
A lot of Dan and my fun times included you, Bill, Connie and Jerry.
We often drove in a convoy in our 3 sharp trucks…. Had lots of wonderful dinners together….. Dinner Dances, snow mobile adventures, Toronto trip…. SO many wonderful times.
Now the three guys can catch up and have new adventures together.
Hugs and prayers Kay.
Love you. Lynn Cole
Kay: Sorry to hear about Bill[‘s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Thelma, Linda & Lou & Marcia