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Gregory Alan Henke

1958 - 2019

Gregory Alan Henke obituary, 1958-2019, Boise, ID

BORN

1958

DIED

2019

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Bowman Funeral Directors - Garden City

10254 W Carlton Bay Dr

Garden City, Idaho

Gregory Henke Obituary

Gregory Alan Henke
December 13, 1958 - April 25, 2019
Many are stunned at the sudden passing of our dear friend, brother, son, father, mentor, and colleague Greg Henke.
He swiftly and unexpectedly parted ways with the physical realm in a paragliding accident in Ölüdeniz Turkey, after what was described as a beautiful launch.
While there are many things in this imperfect world we cannot possibly explain, we can speak from our hearts about experiences lived and feelings shared.
Greg was a man who lived a life of bold passion. Every one of his sixty years was full of adventure and learning. He was a self taught hobbyist who flowed gracefully from novice to expert at anything he put his mind to - pottery, photography, archery, video editing - to name but a few of dozens. He was an outdoorsman deep at heart who loved a weekend in the wild. An athlete who completed 24 Hours of Moab, two Iron Man 70.3, and Spartan raced with his son. A motorsports enthusiast who went to Baja 1000, and competed in the Idaho Rally. He infamously rode skateboards on his hands, found himself at home in any conversation, carved glorious powder turns that could be swiftly weaponized against unsuspecting onlookers - namely his friends and kids who share fond memories of ski days at Bogus Basin, Brundage, Sun Valley and beyond. He had a signature style and ease that carried him into many, many circles. Most recently he took up paragliding, fulfilling a yearning for the sky that started in childhood, and became a beloved & integral part of the Horseshoe Bend Flight Park community.
Throughout his career Greg earned professional expertise that served him well, making his mark over decades of employment at Micron Technology, Transform Solar, as a technical rescuer and trainer for Roco Rescue, a Paramedic and Ski Patroller. He took naturally to entrepreneurship, putting his heart and soul into building a successful Pillar to Post home inspection franchise, proudly receiving the honor of 2019 Affiliate of the Year from Boise Regional Realtors. The greatest value of his work was providing relationships that enriched his life, and the means to do the things he loved. He truly loved the people he worked with, the Treasure Valley, and believed in giving back to the community.
Once at a family party he coined what became his own motto of "it just don't freakin' matter." Life presents us many petty scenarios for which IJDFM rings true, and Greg would often remind us of that as we swapped stories. But the other things - hard work, making memories in the outdoors with family and friends, learning something every day, nourishing community - Greg showed us how much that mattered with a lifetime of actions, and he will be deeply missed.
He is survived by his mother Elaine Henke, his daughters Jenn Henke and Jamie (Nate) Galego, son Tim Henke, partner Judy Parry, brothers Steve and Jeff Henke, sister Teri Henke, nieces Taylor Henke, Ashley Whipple, Nancy Henke, nephews Jordan Henke and Aiden Whipple, and great-nephew Carsen Henke. He was preceded in death by his father Roger Henke and his grandparents.
A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Mark's Catholic Church on Friday, May 17 at 11AM.

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Published by Idaho Statesman on May 12, 2019.

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Lonni

December 16, 2021

I am still saddened by the loss of this great man. I have been a friend of the family for many years and I loved Greg as a son.

Patrick Pline

December 15, 2021

Greg and I were classmates at Capital High School in Boise, Idaho. We swam in different circles with different groups when we were there. But Greg and I did know each other, and we were friendly. I can recall seeing him up at Bogus Basin when groups of us would hit the slopes after we got out of classes at mid-day. I seem to remember him wearing a dark blue (probably Navy) stretch ski pant with a bright yellow stripe down each leg. I ran into Greg later in life when he was in his "Realtor Phase." I had no idea how much adventure he had successfully pursued after High School. Good for Greg! Sorry to hear of his passing.

Gregory Carr

May 17, 2019

I first met Greg at Micron about 15 years ago. He was a Safety engineer and I was an Equipment engineer. We also worked together in real estate. Greg did an inspection on a home being bought by a Simplot safety engineer. At one point all three of us engineers were in the house talking (a realtors nightmare). He told the buyer that I was one of his biggest challenges at Micron. I like to think that's not far from true. Greg was fun to be around, insightful, professional, and kind. He will be missed. Rest in peace Greg.

Scott Freund

May 15, 2019

Great man and role model to us all. A man that lived life like most of us wish we did! Gone but never forgotten.all my best to the family.

Dara Harris-Wrachford

May 15, 2019

Greg was my high school sweetheart, the love of my life and the man that set the standard for all other men that came into my life after we parted. I will always fondly remember our days struggling to get started in adult life and marriage. He does and always has had a place in my heart and memories.
May he rest in peace as he is never forgotten and is always loved.

John Dzwilewski

May 13, 2019

My deepest sympathy is extended to Greg's family in this time of loss. I met Greg at Micron Technology, and worked with him and became friends over a 20 year span. He lived life to the fullest, and I am a better man for having known him and counted on him as one of his friends.

I will do my best to honor Greg by living my life to the fullest and loving my family as he so passionately did.

Rest in Peace my friend.

Bret Reynolds

May 13, 2019

Very sorry to hear of Greg's passing. I enjoyed working with him very much. He definitely lived life to the fullest!

Joy McManaman

May 13, 2019

I am so very sorry to hear this devastating news. I will be thinking of you, Jenn, Jamie, Tim, and family. And I hope that you will feel some comfort and strength as you go forward. love, Joy & Steve, & the McManaman Family

Lonni Doorn

May 12, 2019

I've been a friend of the Henke family for over 45 years and known Greg since he was a teenager and a friend of my Son and Daughter. I lost my Son in 1998 and losing Greg, who was like a Son, was losing my son all over again. My daughter and I saw this beautiful, wonderful man the night before he left for Turkey. He was so excited as we also for him. My love and condolences go out to all of his family.

Becky

May 11, 2019

My deepest sympathy to your family, May you keep in mind the hope of life
everlasting which can help sustain you through this difficult time-John 17:3

Bill Jones

May 11, 2019

Greg's obituary (written so very well) stated everything I knew and remembered about him. He loved and lived life to the fullest. Greg was someone, who so many lived vicariously through his adventures. Such a great person and friend to all. My heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones. We'll miss him dearly.

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