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Jerry Henry Obituary
Jerry Wayne Henry was born to John and Naomi Henry on August 27, 1942 in Phoenix, AZ. Jerry grew up in the Yuba City area and graduated from Sutter High School. He spent time at BYU and then served a mission for the LDS Church in Texas.
Jerry married Myrna Peterson from Gridley on September 3, 1965. During his life Jerry faithfully served as a Bishop, Stake Councilor, High Priest, Scoutmaster, Seminary teacher and more for the LDS church. Jerry worked tirelessly in the Scouting program ultimately earning the award of Silver Beaver. Jerry also worked 33 years for the Gridley Medical Group and formed many lasting relationships that he truly valued.
Jerry was proceeded in death by his daughter Andrea; his father John; his mother Naomi and his sister Johan.
Jerry is survived by his children: Brian (Erin) of Yuba City, CA, Drew (Sarah) of Oroville, CA, Kim (Brandon) of Yuba City, CA and Angela (Jed) West of Jordan, UT, as well as 17 grandchildren, and his brothers Michael and Richard.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, January 7, 2016 at 1 pm at the LDS Stake center on Spruce St., Gridley. Funeral services will be under the direction of Gridley Block Funeral Home. There will be a viewing shortly before the services at 12:00 pm.
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Dona (Jones) Sundeen
August 17, 2017
Just now saw this. Jerry was the "non-red-head" of the Henry kids, a couple years older than I was--Richie and I were class mates. It sounds like Jerry brought his promise of greatness to fruition. I'll bet his mom was glad to see him, though.
Jill Zelaya
March 10, 2016
Hello, My name is Jill. I grew up with the Henrys a Great part of my life. Andrea was my best friend. Im sad to hear he has passed but comforted to know Andrea has her dad with her now. To sister Myrna Henry and all the Henry children, I remember all of you and have loved you for almost 40 years. Bro Henry was always a great part of my life and taught me that kindness should always be given.
Pat Olson
February 6, 2016
Jerry was a very kind man. I enjoyed the time he spent in my classroom helping out. He would have made a very gentle, kind teacher had this been the profession he followed. I would have been to his service had it not been that we were out of town.
Janet Myers
January 9, 2016
I was also sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. I remember him as a teenager in our Yuba City LDS Ward. The Henry family was always a family to be looked up too. His Father John was a good friend of mine. I also have fond memories of his Mother, Naomi. The Myers family sends their love and sympathy. I lost my twin sister, Janice Cobia a year ago. I have a idea how you are feeling. I also am very grateful for the Plan of Happiness and know that we will be with our loved ones again.
Love, Jan (Janet) Myers
Annette Atkinson Harris
January 8, 2016
I am Annette (Atkinson) Harris. Jerry Henry and I were among the many of the LDS Church who attended Seminary when his mother, Naomi, taught at the church. I have many wonderful memories of the Henry family. The Henry boys were always setting a good example of how to live a kind life. Jerry and I are only a few months apart in age. I sorrow to hear this news. How grateful we are for the amazing Plan of Happiness, knowing he is with his parents and loved ones eternally ! God bless you all as you morn his passing. Love, Jerry and Annette Harris
DoLee Spurgeon
January 6, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I remember Jerry well from high school, as I Richard and I were in the same class. Always such a sweet guy. My sympathies are extended to your entire family.
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