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ELEANOR HENRY Obituary
Eleanor P. Henry, 85, resident of Gainesville, Florida, died Monday, August 22, 2011, at her home following a long illness.
Mrs. Henry was born June 9, 1926 in Birmingham, Alabama, to the late Weir Rangeley and Eva Hester Pedigo, and had resided in Alachua for many years, before moving to Gainesville. Mrs. Henry was a longtime educator of special needs children, having been a teacher at Glen Springs Elementary and the Director of Holy Trinity Child Caring Center. She was a longtime member of Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, serving passionately, along with her late husband Edmund, in the outreach programs. Mrs. Henry was also preceded in death by a daughter, Joan Ellen Miller.
She is survived by one daughter, Susan Malon, of Birmingham; two sons, Alan Miller, of Gainesville, and Roger Miller of Atlanta. Many grandchildren, nieces and nephews also survive.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 27, 2011 at 11:00 A. M., at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 100 NE 1st Street, with Rev. Jeremy Hole, officiating. Interment will be held in the church garden. A reception will follow the services at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations should be made to the AIDS Outreach of Holy Trinity, 100 NE 1st Street, Gainesville, FL 32601.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
WILLIAMS-THOMAS
DOWNTOWN
(352) 376-7556
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Memories and Condolences
for ELEANOR HENRY
January 8, 2012
My wife Mary taught with Eleanor many years ago at Glen Springs (mid-'70s), but they stayed in touch ever since. Eleanor was so full of caring and full of energy too. There will never be anyone like her again. We knew her husband Ed, too, and he was a wonderful human being. Sadly, Mary also passed away on Dec. 17, 2011. They were all full of love and compassion, and are now together again in a happier place.
-K. Walsh
September 7, 2011
We will always have fond memories of Ms. Eleanor and her husband from HTCCC. Our boys will always remember the love and care that Eleanor and ET gave them as preschoolers! Our deepest condolences.
Rick, Tracey, Weston, Christian, and Olivia Bryant
Angel Reed
August 30, 2011
Eleanor was my elementary school teacher. She took my under her wings and helped guide me through life. Eleanor has been like a grandmother to me most of my life. She touched my heart in many ways as she did the hearts of all who knew her. I will always remember her fireball personality, kindness, generosity, and her beautiful smile that lit up the room. I love you Eleanor, you will always be in my heart.
Gloria Ivines
August 30, 2011
Eleanor touched our family in so many ways. She was the one who encouraged me to become an educator. My youngest daughter was her student, employee, and one of her many adopted grandchildren. Eleanor and ET were late the day of my daughter’s wedding. In typical Eleanor style, she waltzed in and announced, “I knew the wedding would not start until the grandparents arrived.”
We will miss you Eleanor, but we are comforted in knowing that you are with your beloved ET.
Rebecca Sterling
August 27, 2011
Eleanor i will truly miss you and you made all the kids at Holy Trinity Child Caring Center very happy you always had a bright smile when all the kids came to HTCC center we shall never forget you from Rebecca Sterling former student of HTCC center of 2000
Charlie Blade
August 26, 2011
Mrs herny has a very impact on my life to this day i will always concerted her as a second mother to me from Charlie W Blade
The Crosswhites
August 25, 2011
"Egganor" was my daughter's guiding light. How Sierra morns this loss. We will always remember her fire!!!
Linda Woodcock
August 25, 2011
Eleanor was such a wonderful lady. She will truly be missed by many people from all walks of life. Her energy and caring were amazing. Sierra will really miss "Egnor" Linda and Sierra
Alice Allen
August 25, 2011
Eleanor was a beautiful friend to so many and touched so many lives in her different roles. We will never forget her.
August 25, 2011
Eleanor & ET were wonderful, kind, caring christians! She volunteered at C.W. Duval Fine Arts Academy, and give of her time and talent. She called me her sister as we shared the same last name. I am happy she is at peace.
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