David James Henry Sr.

David James Henry Sr. obituary, Portage, IN

David James Henry Sr.

David Henry Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Edmonds & Evans Funeral Homes - Chesterton Chapel on May 22, 2025.

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David James Henry Sr., age 74, of Chesterton, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, May 20, 2025. He was born on November 29, 1950, in Louisville, Kentucky, to Richard and Myrtle (Moore) Henry.
David is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Jackie (Jones) Henry; two daughters, Crystal (Erick) Nelson, Heather Peters; two sons, David James (Nicole) Henry Jr., Jordan Henry; ten grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; three brothers, John (Gloria) Henry, Walter Henry, Pat (Lan) Henry; two sisters, Shirley (Larry) Horn, Sheila Dickey; and many extended family, friends, and coworkers.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two half-sisters, Albertina Marie, Olive Rose; two Brothers, Richard Lee Henry, Jr., George Michael Henry; and sister, Lois Ann.
David graduated from Chesterton High School, class of 1969. He proudly served in the United States Army overseas. David went on to work for over 55 years at Bethlehem Steel, ArcelorMittal Steel, and finally Cleveland Cliffs where he was actively employed. He loved his family and worked hard for them. David loved his dogs, Rosie and Lilly, and Facebook. He was very patriotic and loved his country.
A private Celebration of David's Life will be held at a later date. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of David James Henry Sr., please visit our floral store.

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