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Malcolm Henley Obituary

Dr. Malcolm L. Henley was born in Winter Haven, Florida to Roger and Jessie Henley. Dr. Henley, known by his friends as "Mac", attended Emory University and graduated with his doctorate of dental surgery in 1955. Dr. Henley was a proud member of the Sigma Chi fraternity. Dr. Henley practiced dentistry in Orlando, FL for more than 40 years. He was passionate about dentistry and dedicated his career to caring for his patients.

Dr. Henley proudly served our country as a Captain in the United States Air Force and as a commitment to his community served as a councilman for the city of Edgewood.

Dr. Henley was charming, always quick with a joke. His ability to make people laugh was one of his finest qualities. Dr. Henley was an avid fisherman and loved spending time in his woodworking shop. Most significantly, he was a loving husband and father.

When his oldest daughter Karen was dying from leukemia, he formed a group called "Concerned Citizens for the Cause and Cure of Cancer". He gathered more than 16,000 petition signatures and successfully lobbied to the United States House of Representatives to increase funding for cancer research.

Dr. Henley didn't know how to do anything "half way". He always took on tasks full force.

Dr. Henley was preceded in death by his father Roger, his mother Jessie, his daughter Karen, his son David. He is survived by his wife Pam, his sons Don, Scott, CJ, Robert and his daughter Kate.

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Published by Orlando Sentinel from Feb. 7 to Feb. 8, 2020.

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Laurie Buzbee

May 3, 2022

My dad, Wayne Buzbee, was his cousin and we visited Mac when his original family were young. The memory of his daughter with leukemia never left me and I am now 63 years old.

February 20, 2020

Pam, Rob & Kate,

We are so very sorry for your loss. We hope you feel the loving thoughts that surround you during this time. Please know many are praying for strength, comfort and peace for you during this difficult time.

Fondly,

John & Patty Sowinski

February 15, 2020

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Rebecca Amidon

February 8, 2020

Dr. Henley is a pioneer and legacy. I sat in his chair for three months when I was 18 years old-dentists who have been in my mouth are amazed at his work which is still going strong because now I am 64-he was a patriot and always made bad turn into positive-I am praying for Ms Pam and family

Stacey Strollo

February 8, 2020

I am so sorry for your loss Pam. You and your family are in my prayers. Stacey Strollo

Cynthia Latham

February 8, 2020

Henley Family,

We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Mac was a wonderful fun loving man. We enjoyed our vacation time with all of you! I can hear him now..laughing and have a fun time !! A one of a kind "MAN". Prayers to all of you !

The Latham Family

February 8, 2020

RIP Old Friend. James D. Booth

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