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Henry Neary Obituary
He served in the United States Coast Guard during the Vietnam War. He worked for Davol Incorporated of Cranston for thirty years as a mechanical engineer.
He is survived by two sons Keith T. Neary of Woonsocket and Michael C. Neary of Peoria, AZ, three sisters Eleanor Tally of South Kingstown, Maureen Sullivan of Falmouth, MA and Anne Handy of North Kingstown; one brother Phillip Neary of Coventry, his former wife Ulla Neary of Beddingstrand, Sweden and his four grandchildren Michael Jr., Lauren, Aaron and Sasha. He was the brother of the late Susan McDonald.
His funeral service will be private. Burial, with military honors, will follow in the Rhode Island Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Exeter. Should friends desire memorial gifts made to the American Stroke Association, 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701 would be appreciated. Information and condolences at www.carpenterjenks.com.
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Jane (Wronoski) McKinney
August 8, 2008
To Henry's immediate family and close friends: I was stunned when I learned of Henry's death. We spent quite some time as best friends and first loves. I remember that he always took care of himself and stayed active in sports...particularly ice hockey. I recall watching him search the stands to wave to me if he had made some kind of play that please Coach Carrol...Coach would wave as well just to tease him. We spent a lot of time together and I will never regret our friendship. He still holds a very safe place in my heart. I also recall always being welcome to join the family for Sunday dinner; I often did. I can only imagine the pain in the hearts of Henry's sons...they had a special dad. In 1974 Henry and I worked at Leesona for a short time. We had a chance to catch up on our lives, families and were able to let go of any pain/heartache from the past. We remain friends.
Jane McKinney
August 8, 2008
To the immediate and close family and friends of Henry. I was stunned when I learned of Henry's death. The memories of our high school friendship all came rushing back. I can only imagine the loss felt by all of you, especially his sons and their families. If I recall correctly, he always took care of his health and sports (epecially hockey) were always a part of his life. I remember while watching him play for WVets when he would do something particularly great, he would search for me in the stands and wave...Coach Carrol did as well and then made fun of him. I feel very lucky to have had Henry in my life during the high school years. We were best friends for quite some time and shared a young love some people never enjoy. He still holds a special place in my heart today. In 1974 I was living in R. I. and Henry and I worked at Leesona. We were able to catch up on family matters, memories, and were able to renew our friendship harboring no ill will for pain caused/felt years ago.
Tim Birdsill
July 27, 2008
My condolences to the entire Neary family. I met Henry in the mid 90's when he relocetd with his company Davol here to Lawrence, KS. A few of us were talking about golf at a local pub and Henry's ears perked up and he let us know that he played golf also. We invited him to join us for a round of golf that next week. After that Henry and I became golfing buddies and good friends. I had just started to play golf and Henry taught me alot about the game and I thank him for that and having the patience to put up with me. We literally played hundreds of rounds together while he lived here. Henry loved four things in life that I know of. His family, grandchildren, golf, and a nice fast car.
I will miss you my friend but God willing we will tee it up again sometime.. Your golf buddy Tim.
DEREK BONN
July 27, 2008
WARM MEMORIES OF WHEN MR
NEARY WAS MY NEIGHBOR AND MY
HOCKEY COACH.
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