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Will McHenry Obituary
Chapel Hill
Will McHenry, 71, peacefully passed away at home on Saturday June 11, 2016.
He was born on August 16, 1944 in New Brighton, PA, son of Edith (Miller) McHenry and the late Maurice W. McHenry. Will was a US Air Force veteran, retired as a consultant in the healthcare field, devoted husband, and a wonderful father. He was known for his spirited sense of humor, kind nature and love of dogs. The family takes comfort in knowing that Katie, his beloved Springer Spaniel, was there to greet him at the Rainbow Bridge.
He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Becky; his two sons, Chuck McHenry of Fayetteville and Troy McHenry of Durham; his two grandsons, Grant and Jack McHenry; his mother Edith McHenry, of Weirton, WV; his sister Lourine Fadeley of Charlotte, NC; his brothers, Lester and Jim McHenry of Weirton, WV; and a large extended family and friends who loved him.
Family & friends will honor and remember Will with a private Celebration of Life gathering.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The American Stroke Association, a non-profit affiliated with the American Heart Association. They can be found at
www.strokeassociation.org
The family is being assisted by Clements Funeral Service, Inc. in Durham. Online condolences may be made at www.clementsfuneralservice.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Will McHenry
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Will Bermender
September 8, 2016
In this sorrowful time, we would like to extend to you our heartfelt condolences. May our Lord comfort you and your loved ones.
August 4, 2016
Becky
My deepest sympathy.......
Catherine Noel
Haltoms
June 27, 2016
Dearest Becky,
You and Will were our best neighbors ever, and we were so saddened to read that Will had passed from this life. We are blessed to have had you in our lives even for a short while. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Karen and Richard Haltom
Cathy McHenry
Melissa McHenry
June 16, 2016
I am sad today and need to believe you are happy and at peace. May you soul soar to places we only dream of. Wish thinga had been different between us but so be it. It is what it is but I do know you that you helped give me life and i have my memories.
Dad I love you and hope wherever you are you know im saying blessings for you. Rest In Peace....
Dad...... Love your little girl, Cathy
One of his daughters
Cathy McHenry
June 15, 2016
June 15, 2016
Becky,
We are truly saddened by your loss. Our prayers go out to you at this time. If you need anything please don't hesitate to let us know.
Tim and Lynn Runion
June 15, 2016
Becky
Theresa and I are so saddened to hear of Will's passing. Please know that you are in our prayers and that we wish you peace.
Tom Anhut
Leigh Slusher
June 15, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers to all of you.... I enjoyed working with Will and learned so much from him. He will be deeply missed.
Bob and Leigh Slusher
American Stroke Association
June 14, 2016
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
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