ERHARD, Henry Emile "Mike" 89, died June 1, 2013. He was born October 11, 1923, in Newton, MA, to Henry Alker and Helen (Weber) Erhard. Mike grew up in Boston and Wenham, MA and graduated from Noble and Greenough School in 1942 and Harvard University class of 1946. He served his country as a Captain and Pilot in the US Army Air Corps during WWII. Following the war, he studied language at Middlebury College and eventually became a School Master teaching French at Middlesex School in Concord, MA. In 1952, Mike married Sallie Hope Brown of Salem, MA, and then lived happily ever after. After educating and supporting thousands of students for over 35 years, Mike and Sallie retired to Castine, ME where they continued to be very active in their community. Mike lived his life making the most of every day, pursuing varied interests and dedicating years to guiding youth whether it be in the classroom, the dormitory, the ice rink, or on the water. He rowed at Nobles and Harvard and coached crew at Middlesex School. When school schedules offered a break, Mike headed for the mountains of New England as an avid skier through his 84th year. During the summers he built his retirement home by hand on the coast of Maine where he was often seen sailing around Penobscot Bay. He served as Commodore of the Castine Yacht Club, on the Bagaduce Ambulance Corps, and the Castine Planning Board. Mike was a devoted and active member of the Our Lady of Holy Hope by the Sea Catholic Church. His achievements growing up at Middlesex and in Castine will not be measured by trophies and numbers, but rather by the quiet, subtle way he influenced others, and the joy shared by all who knew him. He is survived by his four children, Hope McNally and her husband, John, of Hudson, Ohio, Lincoln and his wife, Kerrin (Cheever), of Boothbay, Henry and his wife, Laurie (Snow), of Castine, and Paul and his wife Susan Tomases, of Hamilton, MA; eight grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. He is predeceased by his wife, Sallie Hope. A Mass will be held 12 noon Saturday, June 15th at Our Lady of Holy Hope Catholic Church in Castine. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to At Home/Downeast, PO Box 1107, Blue Hill, ME 04614:?207-374-5852, http://www.whcacap.org/ at-home-downeast/hancock/

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Published by Boston Globe from Jun. 8 to Jun. 9, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for HENRY ERHARD

6 Entries

Scott Conant

June 5, 2020

Mr. Erhard was my French teacher, crew coach and dorm master during my four years at Middlesex. He straightened me out during a turbulent sophomore year with patience and kindness. It was because of his influence that I began rowing in the spring of 61. Nothing before or since Middlesex has had a greater impact upon my life. Mr. Erhard was my guide throughout. Years later I began teaching History in a private secondary school...Sally's alma mater! I often reverted to lessons learned at Middlesex when dealing with lonely or troubled students. Mr. Erhard's wisdom remains vivid. I am eternally grateful.

Parker Wise

July 7, 2014

Mike was my French teacher and coach at Middlesex for 6 years. He was a sturdy, tough school master, but with a good and kind heart. I know he is now reunited with his brother who fell in Italy during World War Two.

May 25, 2014

Henry and family, i have often thought of your Dad over time and just saw that he passed away last year, my thoughts and prayers are with you. he was such a caring and humble man-always having a kind word for all he met.I am returning to Castine on 5/29 to bury my Dad and I want you to know my heart is with you. Rosi Giamotti Duncan

July 29, 2013

I am Emile Henri Erhard's granddaughter, so Henry must have been Uncle Henry's son (uncle to my deceased father, George Charles Erhard). I happened upon this while researching the Alker, Bobet, Erhard connection...I never met Henry, but it sounds as though he was loved by all. My love to the family.
Christine Erhard Armstrong

June 11, 2013

It was with great interest that we read here about Mike's wonderful and full life. We didn't meet Mike until my mother, June Duston, moved into The Harbor View Cottage. We quickly became fond of Mike, he was always such a gentleman. He loved a kiss and a hug. His eyes would light up with a quick smile. He was such a sweet man. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
- Brian and Linda Adams and June Duston

Fred Doane

June 10, 2013

The best Castine Yacht Club cruise I can remember was with Mike, a two-night cruise to Burnt and McGlathery islands. The weather was perfect, 12-15 knots of wind, blue skies, and incredibly starry nights. It was one of my first cruises as head instructor and Mike very quietly gave advice when needed, leant a helping hand to anyone with a problem, and still managed to have more fun than anyone else. Mike and I worked together for many years on cruises, race committees, and as CYC flag officers. Mike was one of CYC's best, and I will remember him well and often.

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