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Henry Shade Obituary
A service will be at 6 p.m. today at Evergreen Memorial.
Henry was born Aug. 11, 1929, in Clarks Point. He moved to Dillingham, where he lived the rest of his life. He was a scow captain at the age of 14. He served in the Territorial Guard at a young age.
He loved trapping, hunting, flying, camping, boating, women and beer (not necessarily in that order). He also loved telling stories of his adventures in his youth. He enjoyed his work building water and sewer systems around Bristol Bay and helping people.
Henry was a loving father, grandpa and uncle who will be deeply missed by family and friends. However, he will not be forgotten.
His children, Henry, Van, Gail, Roxanne, Eric, Annette, Tracy, Kenny and Terry; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren survive him.
His parents, Henry Sr. and Mary; and brothers, Harvey, Herman; sisters, Dolly, Doris; and daughters, Joyce and Wendy, preceded Henry in death.
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Memories and Condolences
for Henry Shade
Floyd Murphy
April 10, 2009
Henry was a great teacher and mentor. At one time he brought me to a RMW training class to learn about the importance of small communities having running water. The bottom line was maintaining public health. Thanks to Henry's dedication to water and wastwater industry many people are healthy and have lived longer having the water of life. I will miss Henry's experties and advice.
Kerry Lindley
April 10, 2009
Henry was a great guy. He will be remembered for his love of life, women, a good soak in his hot tub, Miller Genuine Draft, and his great storytelling ability. I worked with Henry when he was an RMW for the Bristol Bay area communities. He provided exemplary service and went above and beyond the call of duty to help the local operators out. I'm going to miss you, Henry!
April 6, 2009
henry will always be missed he was a good father,and a dam good man we will miss him dearly and we will be together someday again garrett susanne
Jeff Smith and Family
April 3, 2009
My condolences to the Shade family. I worked with Henry for nine years as we traveled throughout the Bristol Bay region helping communities maintain their water and sewer systems. Henry was known, welcomed and appreciated throughout the region. He contributed a tremendous amount in keeping clean water piped to the homes of the village residents and maintaining the critical community infrastructure resulting in the protection of the health of Bristol Bay residents. At the same time, he mentored and trained a bunch of young Public Health Service Officers who are all better at their jobs today because of Henry.
Thanks Henry. We will miss you!
Mike, Joan & Luke Ribich
April 2, 2009
Our thoughts are with the Shade family. Henry was a friendly guy who loved to share his knowledge with others. He will be missed by many.
Ramon & Cindy Roque
April 1, 2009
Our condolences to the family; Henry will always be remembered by us with a smile on his face, a chuckle and a heart of gold.
Anna Chamberland (Willis)
April 1, 2009
Henry was a man who really loved people. I will always remember what he has done for me and my family and I, too, will greatly miss his clever innuendos!
AnnaMaria Ferraro-Ennis
April 1, 2009
Shade Family, wish I was there to give you all a hug and share my great memories of Henry. He definately will be missed and remembered by all who met him. My love to each of you. Your Friend and former neighbor, Tine
Mark Hiratsuka
March 31, 2009
To the children of Henry, his family and friends; our thoughts and prayers are with you in the loss of your father and family member. The Shade family has a long history of service and friendship with many generations throughout the Bristol Bay. Henry like the others before him has left his mark that will cause us to remember him always. God be with you all in this time of sorrow.
Your friends,
Mark and Gloria Hiratsuka
Sherry Inskeep
March 31, 2009
It was my pleasure to get to know Henry the three and a half years I lived in Dillingham and worked at the Willow Tree. Henry always had a smile and was so nice to talk to. I knew him as a great father to his children. My thoughts are with his family. May you cherish your memories.
Dale & Kathleen Myers and Family
March 31, 2009
To my cousins Roxanne, Eric, Annette, Tracy, Kenny & Terry, and to all the family, so sorry to hear of Uncle Henrys passing, our love and prayers are with you all during this time.
March 31, 2009
He was a good man. Our thoughts and love are with you guys . Dallas and Weylin and da boys
Orin Seybert
March 31, 2009
Henry and I shared a lot of experiences flying into the Bristol Bay villages. He was an outstanding human being and will be well-remembered.
Eli & Marie Gregg
March 31, 2009
To Gail and all the family, our sincere condolences and may God be with you during this difficult time. You are in our hearts and prayers...
Lona & Shanna Schroeder
March 31, 2009
Henry lived life large and enjoyed every minutes of it. Our thoughts are with the family that is left behind. God give you that strength that you need.
Shirley Kelly
March 31, 2009
Henry was a great teacher and a wonderful story teller. My prayers and thoughts are with you. May you be blessed and comforted during your time of loss.
Louise Gardiner
March 31, 2009
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you all, God Bless and comfort you in your time of loss.
Regards,
Louise Gardiner & Family
Clarks Point
Norma Anderson
March 31, 2009
Sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sincerely,
Norma J Anderson
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