HENRY, Paul C.
Mar. 20, 1927 - Apr. 7, 2014
Resident of
Sacramento and Aptos
Paul is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Audrenne (Audie) and their children Marla Van Cleve (Grady Van Cleve); Lyn Harvey (John Green), and Lyn's children, Ryan and Samantha Harvey along with numerous cousins.
Paul was born in Sacramento to Pioneer families of Northern California and Nevada. He attended McClatchy High School and California State University, Sacramento. Paul proudly served in the U.S. Navy during 1945-46. Paul met his wife Audie when they were both teaching at Hollywood Park Elementary School. His teaching career spanned 31 years.
He was a proud member of the Lions International Club (Arden and Cabrillo Host) for over 50 years, Masons Bi Centennial Daylight Lodge #830, Ambassadors Club, CalRTA and SIRS.
A service will be held to celebrate Paul's life on Saturday, April 19 at 2:00 pm at the California Auto Museum on Front Street. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Northern California Lions Sight Association or a charity of your choice.
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Audie
June 15, 2014
Ah, Mr. Henry, my first 'man' teacher and best elementary school teacher at Hollywood Park! He saw me as a real human being. I know that sounds strange, but he was the first teacher I ever had that enjoyed me and truly valued me. As a Japanese American in those years, I often felt I wasn't accepted for being different. But he was beyond prejudice. I memorized "The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere" our weekly Friday recitations. He encouraged us, he told jokes, he let us play jacks inside the classroom when it was too hot to study (no air conditioning in 1964). He understood kids and I still have the autograph book he signed for me when it was time to move on to 7th grade. Family members, I know you know what a great person he was. He certainly made a difference in my life.
Marion Hironaka Cowee
May 10, 2014
Mr. Henry was my sixth grade teacher more than 50 years ago. I have found memories about him and the way he encouraged his students to overcome shyness and learn how to speak and recite in front of our class. (I wrote a poem about him that I recited that he thought was funny and I gave it to him).
Any child who had him as their teacher was a lucky one. My kindest regards go out to his family.
Jeanie Lemonds-Devejian
April 18, 2014
Many,many fond memories of our families spending time together. Paul and his pipe,I can still smell the aroma. He was a wonderful man. My deepest sympathy Audie, Marla & Lynn. I am sure our fathers are up there "Kibitzing" once again. Love, Susie
Susie Vonasek
April 18, 2014
You and your family will be in my prayers.
April 15, 2014
Thinking of you, Audie. Sorry that you and your family have to mourn the loss of your beloved Paul. My heart is wrapped around you.
Loretta Meyer
April 10, 2014
Marla & Family,
Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I'm sure if your Dad a chance to say a few last words to All of you, especially his beloved Grandchildren, those words would be: "Remember me as loving you"!
Kelly & Sue Richlin
April 9, 2014
God bless you and your family Marla. I send you by best wishes. Brenda
April 9, 2014
Warm summer sun
Shine kindly here,
Warm southern wind,
Blow softly here.
Green sod above,
Lie light, lie light.
Good night, dear heart,
Good night, good night.
— Mark Twain.
We will miss you dear Paul. You were a pleasure to know.
Dear Audie and family take care of yourselves. We love you.
April 9, 2014
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