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HENRY LILLY Obituary


Henry Joseph Lilly  'Hank" (Age 76)  
On Tuesday, December 5, 2017, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved husband of Katherine "Bunny" Lilly; loving father of Alexa (Peter) Gilmore, Christine (Ty) McSwain, Greg (Yvonne) Lilly and Matthew Lilly. Grandpa Hankie to Lilly, Grace, Griff, Nat, Devan, Casey, Summer, Tate, Paige, Tess, Trinity and Hank. Brother of Liz (Danny) Berkery, Joe (Maureen) Lilly, Frank (Kitty) Lilly, Emmy Sylvester, Danny (Jackie) Lilly, Maggie (Charlie) Yetter and Martin (Sue) Lilly. Also survived by many friends and relatives. Visitation at Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament, 5949 Western Ave. NW, Washington, DC, on Friday, December 15, from 9:30 to 11 a.m., where Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name to Catholic Charities Foundation, Archdiocese of Washington, C/o Msgr. Enzler, 924 G Street NW., Washington, DC 20001.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com  

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Published by The Washington Post on Dec. 10, 2017.

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Jim Sterling

October 19, 2024

Hi Bunny this is Jim Sterling an old friend of Hank´s. We worked together at BWI My Alma Mater, USC is playing the Terps today so I thought of Hank. I really enjoyed working with Hank he was a real sweet guy and a pleasure to work with.
My contact is (818)585-4342

Jim Ring

March 30, 2018

I didn't know that Hank passed away until I read the Gonzaga News. I was very sadden and send you and your family my condolences. Although i was 2 years ahead of Hank at Gonzaga, I developed a friendship with Hank and each time we met (which wasn't often), he acted like we had just seen each other the day before. Always a smile on his face and a positive word. Great guy who will be genuinely be missed.
Jim Ring "58

December 16, 2017

Dear Lilly family,

I just noticed Hank's Obituary in the Washington Post. We graduated from Blessed Sacrament in the same class. Although we sort of "drifted apart" after grade school, we did run into one another from time to time and I remember him fondly. Hank never seemed to change--- from the kind boy he was to the kind man he became. Although I know that you all must miss him terribly, you can take some comfort in knowing that he is surely in a better place, at peace with the Lord.

Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss.

Jim Brincefield

Donna Stanley

December 15, 2017

Bunny, Our sincerest condolences. Hank was such a great guy. We shall always remember that even when things were tough, Hank always had a smile. He shall never be forgotten. Remember that we are but a phone call or a few steps away.
Mike and Donna

Matt Barry

December 15, 2017

Dear Lillys,

Please accept my sympathy during this time. Hank was such a great guy, coach, and mentor. His positive energy influenced so many and I am forever indebted to him for helping me get into Gonzaga and truly changing the trajectory of my life. Thank you, Hank. RIP -Matt

December 13, 2017

So many wonderful memories of times spent together. With love and peace.

Susie Tracie

David Kane

December 12, 2017

Bunny:

I knew Hank onward from 1954, he was a great competitor and an even greater man. When Matt Chose to play for DeMatha I was over the moon.

I wish miss him terribly; but he will always be in my prayers and my memory as a person who made my life better with his unending smile.

Mike and Nancy Mologne

December 11, 2017

Bunny, Alexa, Christine, Greg and Matt,

You have our deepest sympathy; Hank was a true friend, mentor and role model. We'll miss him and always remember his positive outlook and strong commitments to faith, family and friendship.

Alan Peljovich

December 11, 2017

Thank you so much for teaching my family and I how to live life with such grace and spirit by your example.

Frank McSwain

December 11, 2017

Bunny,
Our hearts and prayers are with you during this sad time. May you soon rejoice for the wonderful family and life that you had with Hank.

December 10, 2017

Bunny,
You have our most sincere condolences. We will definitely miss Hank. God bless you and if we can do anything, please let us know.

Mike & Donna Stanley

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