Henry Halff

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I rmember Henry as a colleague and friend. I think this was around his time as a birthday. I hope you are all doing well.

To state it simply and profoundly at the same time, Henry Halff was a joy. His presence unfailingly lifted one's spirit. His laugh was infectious. His ability to carry on, even when things looked dark, was inspirational. Henry was a dear and treasured friend during his life, and that has not changed now that he is gone. His memory remains fresh and always will. My husband, Jim, is gone now too. I like to think that he and Henry are somewhere happily digging into a particularly thorny problem in cognition, something they did frequently when together. I send enduring love to Larry, Randy, Bro and Jean, saying that thoughts of Henry bring a smile and the same surge of happiness on which our friendship was based. He was and is a blessing.

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I am sorry to hear that we no long have Henry around, and I am sorry that I did not see this notice sooner. I will continue to think of him as I work in the educational computer gaming field. I was great to work for and with him over the years.

I am saddened to read of Henry's death; and by the fact that we shall never meet, in this world. I enjoyed our e-mail exchanges after we discovered our common ancestry. It's amazing how small additions to family background can prompt much larger additions to the puzzle. On behalf of my own family and myself, I send my deepest condolences to the Halff family; with wishes for peace, recovery and healing. Very truly yours, Joel Knoblauch (Reading, PA)

We go way back together, having been roommates at Exeter. I and many others will miss this good man and his marvelous, self-deprecating sense of humor.

Dear Jean.........you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you the strength you need at this time.

I am so sorry to have learned of Henry's passing. His spirit was special. I can still picture him happily walking Lulu in the greenbelt past our back porches, waving, always with a kind word, his sweet smile, his beloved Lulu prancing, loving every step. Henry was also happy because he knew after his walk he'd be returning to you, Jean, the love of his life. My deepest sympathy to you, Jean, and all who loved Henry.

Dear Larry,
I am so sorry to hear about your father's death. Please know how much I am thinking of you and Larry as you go through the weeks and months ahead. Love, Barb

Nothing made us happier than a visit from Henry throughout the many years we knew him. We celebrate his beautiful spirit, his love of life and of his fellow creatures. Larry, his precious son, is cast in the same mold. Jean, you were a boon and a blessing. We treasure our memories and send you, Larry, Randy and Bro our deepest sympathy.

Our sincerest sympathy for your loss. Kathleen & Arthur

Sending thoughts and prayers.

My sincerest sympathy for your loss. Interacting with Henry at MOST swim practice and parties was always a joy!

Offering Our condolences to the family, We will keep you in our Thoughts and prayers, May God bless all of the family.

Larry and Randy,

We send our most sincere condolence for your loss. Take Henry's love for life and his generous spirit with you as you cherish the memories of his life. You are very lucky to have a father who loved you the way you are.

We were lucky to know him. Henry was interesting in both thought and deed.

A life well lived. Jean, keeping you and your family in our thoughts.

Jean, I am so sorry to hear this news. I will miss Henry and your descriptions of trips you took together. I wish I weren't so far away.

May each day be filled with memories of Henry, a wonderful person who touched so many lives. I miss miss his letters, perspectives and insights.

I will long treasure the humor and insights of Henry. He and the Samuelsons hired me at Twist Education, and was an excellent boss and mentor. I will me reading of his exploits, but look forward to seeing him again someday. May his family be comforted by knowing how much love and compassion he shared.

Larry, I am so sorry to learn of the death of your Dad. He was such fun and gave so much of himself to those of us who knew him T UUCA. I do not have an address for you or I would be sending this message to you at home. You have always been a marvelous blend of the best of both your parents. They loved you and we're so proud of you. You remain part of my fondest memories of Youth Group. Take good care, Larry. With love, Claudia

Thanks for sharing this beautiful story of a life well lived. Henry was one of a kind. We so enjoyed our friendship when we lived in Champaign. Peace be with you Larry as you go through this difficult time.

Our brief encounters were always a pleasure.
I pray for your comfort with many treasured memories.

Offering my condolences to the family, We will keep you in our
Thoughts and prayers, May God bless all of you.