Obituary of William Henry

William Jennett Henry It is with great sadness that the family of Bill Henry, 85, of LaHave, announces his passing on Wednesday, February 11, in the South Shore Regional Hospital following a brief illness. Born in Halifax on March 5, 1918, he was the last surviving child of Henry and Annie (Powers) Henry of Halifax. Bill was the loving and devoted husband of the late Elsie Margaret (Hayward) Henry, beloved father of Joanne Elizabeth and her husband Gerald Roy of LaHave, and cherished grandfather of Sara Aimee and Sean William. He was predeceased by his wife, Elsie; five brothers, John, Harry, Bert, Robert, Charles; and two sisters, Nora (Fordham), Eileen (Ball). He was a Second World War veteran who served overseas in England, Holland and Belgium. He was a native of Halifax who was employed by Teleglobe Canada for 39 years and retired to LaHave 28 years ago. Bill was a quiet man with gentle humor and great integrity who was liked by all who knew him. Memorial service will be 11 a.m., Monday in West Side United Church, Pentz. Rev. Sally McShane officiating. Interment will be at a later date. A reception will follow the service in the church fellowship hall. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Sweeny’s Funeral Home, Bridgewater. No visitation at the funeral home by request. Donations may be made to South Shore Regional Hospital or the charity of choice. Online condolences may be made at www.sweenysfuneralhome.com.