Richmond, Virginia
JENNINGS, Henry Edmund IV, of Amelia, Va., younger son of Mallie Shaw Jennings and Henry E. Jennings III, was born January 11, 1946 and died peacefully on October 1, 2011 at MCV. Henry was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his beloved wife, Cathy; daughters, Devin M. V. Jennings, Tonya Clayton, Natasha Slagle; five grandchildren; he is also survived by his beloved brother, Graham T. Jennings Sr., husband of Charlotte O. Jennings; and their four children. An important facet of Henry's life was his Faith which increased during his illness. He was a good man. Henry was a patriot who devoted his life to his country, his family, his friends and the people he loved. He was loyal too, and protective of all he loved. He lived in the present, but treasured family history as well as American history. He was a marvelous storyteller, humorist and prankster throughout his life. Henry often spoke of the kindness and support of his medical caregivers at MCV. The family wishes to thank the Bone Marrow Transplant Team and all those who cared for Henry at the Massey Cancer Center. His remains rest at Bliley's-Chippenham, 6900 Hull Street Rd., where the family will receive friends 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday at Amelia Presbyterian Church, 16401 Dunn Street, Amelia, Va. Interment to follow at Little Flock Baptist Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to The Bone Marrow Transplant Unit of the Massey Cancer Center, or, the J. T. O'Neal Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 862, Amelia, Va. 23002.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
Henry was a very good neighbor to us when we lived on Knobs Hill Lane. He will be greatly missed. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kim (the maples daughter) Lewis
October 09, 2011 | Amelia, VA
My husband and I met Henry, not all that long ago, on the 7th floor of MCV, the bone marrow transplant clinic. What an amazing man. We just found out yesterday of his passing and already miss seeing him in clinic. Buddy will keep wearing the straw hat in your honor!
linda carter
October 07, 2011 | Midlothian, VA
I think Ronnie said it best and I would like ditto that. I knew Henry through my entire teenage years, and although I have seen very little of him since, I will always think of him with nothing but fond memories.
George Campbell
October 05, 2011 | Ricmond, VA
cathy and family ,
this is Granny Wilson Kylers Gt Grand ma just wonted you to know my prayers are with you all .
and he is in the arms of our heavely father amen
Audrey Wilson
October 04, 2011 | Chesterfield, VA
It is difficult to think of Henry and not smile. He was a jokester, a great story teller, but more importantly he was one of the good guys that you liked to be around. I first met Henry in 1954 when my family moved to Amelia County. I was fortunate to be a classmate of his for seven years prior to my family moving to Chesterfield County. I saw Henry only twice after leaving Amelia. Once was when my car broke down on route 360 and he and Tommy Jackson stopped to assist me and see me...
Ronnie Salyer
October 04, 2011 | Richmond, VA
Cathy, Devin and Mother Draper,
I am so sorry for your loss. Amy and I have you in our prayers today.
Jody Lawson
October 04, 2011 | Chester, VA
Praying for God's comfort during this most difficult time.
With Sincere Sympathy,
Mike, Linda, Ben and Chris Mercer
Psalm 145:13
October 04, 2011
Cathy, Devin and Family,
Laura and I are thinking of you and hoping you find comfort in the days ahead.
Barbara Lattimer
October 04, 2011 | Midlothian, VA
P.G. (as we knew him in HS), was a wonderful and witty person. I know I'm gonna miss his sense of humor. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Linda E. Hudson
October 03, 2011 | Amelia, VA
