Leland W. Henry Jr.

1930 - 2015

Henry, Jr. Leland W. Henry, Jr., 85, passed away on September 22, 2015, having lived an exceptionally full life. He was born on May 9, 1930 to Helen (Anderson) and Leland W. Henry Sr. Leland Sr. died shortly thereafter. Subsequently, Helen married a widower, Loren M. Berry, who had four children. Lee was forever grateful for such a loving stepfather, and stepsiblings, Loren Murphy Berry Jr., Martha Berry Fraim, John W. Berry, and Elizabeth Fox Gray, who all preceded him in death. Lee is survived by his loving wife, Marilyn; daughters, Lauren Henry (Ron Boysen), Karen Helmick (Jeff), Dawn Webber (Brian); grandsons, Keegan Webber and Joel Helmick; sisters-in-law, Augusta Mansfield and Marilynn Berry; as well as many nieces and nephews. Lee graduated from Oakwood High School in Dayton. Following his graduation from OSU, Lee embarked on a career in the restaurant business with Bill Sapp, starting The Top Steak House in 1955, The Kahiki in 1961, and The Wine Cellar in 1972. In 1960 Lee married Marilyn Mansfield and they enjoyed 54 magical, fun filled years together. For a father of three girls, having only grandsons was a new adventure that he embraced whole-heartedly by sharing with them his love of cars, photography, and all things Apple. Throughout his life, there was no curiosity or interest he did not pursue. He was a runner before running was cool. He earned his multi-engine and instrument pilot licenses early in life, was a scuba diver, skier, bicyclist, exercise enthusiast, and avid sailor. He and Marilyn loved to travel and enjoyed showing their daughters the world. Always the optimist, Lee lived life to the fullest. He enjoyed everyone he met, never met a stranger, and to the end was interested in other people. Lee's family would like to thank the doctors and nurses of the MICU at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, who gave him the best possible care and showed immense kindness. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, October 11, 2015 at SCHOEDINGER MIDTOWN CHAPEL, 229 East State St., where family will receive friends from 2 p.m. until the time of service. Interment to take place at a later date in Ketchum, Idaho. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lettuce Work, PO Box 217, New Albany, OH 43054 or OSU Wexner Medical Center (MICU), 660 Ackerman Road, PO Box 183112, Columbus, OH 43218 (checks payable to: OSU Foundation). To share memories or condolences, please visit www.schoedinger.com.