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William Henterly Obituary
William E. Henterly Jr., age 63, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, February 24th, 2015.
He was the loving husband of Karen (Abramczyk) and father of Katherine; son of the late William and Marian Henterly; dear brother of Marianne Henterly, Kathleeen McGreevy (Michael), Martha Glover (Terry) and Janet Chadwick (Marty). Bill loved his many nieces and nephews and took delight in their accomplishments.
His daughter, Katherine, was the light of his life. He and Karen loved to visit Katherine in New York City and Georgetown. Bill specially requested mention of his gratitude to his sisters. Bill retired from the Federal Bureau of Investigation as a Special Agent in 2008. After retirement, he started his own consulting firm. He graduated from Fairview High School and The University of Akron. He loved to research history and was especially fond of and grateful to his many friends and colleagues.
Visitation Friday, February 27th, 2015 in the McGORRAY-HANNA FUNERAL HOME OF WESTLAKE, 25620 CENTER RIDGE RD., FROM 3 TO 8 P.M. Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, February 28th, 2015 at 9:30 a.m. at St. Raphael Church, 525 Dover Center Road, Bay Village, OH 44140.
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George Heuston
January 29, 2020
Bill was my roommate at the FBI Academy and my squad-mate In Las Vegas, our second-office assignment. He had a great sense of humor and was an amazing storyteller. Our big-office assignments parted our ways, and we had little subsequent contact for the remainder of our Bureau careers. Always upbeat and encouraging, Bill was also extremely intelligent. I miss those times. He made them. Blessings and Godspeed my brother.
Erica Pelfrey
May 15, 2015
Karen and Kathrine,
My husband and I are truely saddened by the passing of a wonderful friend, husband and father. We are truely greatful that Bill made such a big impact on our life. He was a very wonderful person inside and out. What a blessing he was to my husband and we are very greatful to have become friends with Karen and Bill throughout the years Bill will always hold a spot close to our hearts. He was one of the greatest people we ever had the chance to meet.
Love always, Erica and Chris Pelfrey
Karen Trout
March 3, 2015
Our deepest sympathies to Marianne, with whom we used to work, and to the entire Henterly family, on the loss of your loved one.
Karen and Dave Trout
DeAnn Judge
March 1, 2015
My deepest condolences go to Karen, Katherine, and Bill's entire family during this very difficult time. I knew Bill for 47 years he was my classmate (FHS '69), my boyfriend, and my cherished and trusted friend. I will always treasure the last visit I had with him when I flew back to Cleveland to spend a few hours with him on Feb. 20, where we reminisced about the past and talked of the future. Though he was very ill, he was strong, courageous, optimistic, and smiling. Billy, you accomplished your goal of living your last months in quiet dignity. You and your family will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. I will miss you. Rest in peace, my dear friend. DeAnn DeFord Judge
Katherine Mahon
February 28, 2015
I met Bill at the FBI, always a nice person to me...I was saddened to hear of your loss, please know how very sorry, I am. Have hope in tomorrow, have faith in the everlasting, and take comfort in the love of friends and family. Katherine
February 27, 2015
Karen & Katie, my thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless. Love, cousin Carol
February 27, 2015
With sympathy and prayers from cousin Billy's family in Columbus. Uncle Jack and Aunt Barb are especially sad as they remember the little boy with the curls, sitting on Mom Henterly's lap -- many, many years ago.
Love to all...the Jones/Feerick/Henterlys of Columbus
Lance Sakurada
February 27, 2015
I visited Bill at the Clinic about one week before his passing. Given the situation, he was in excellent spirits and he joked around with me, as he usually did. Despite our numerous co-authored FD-302s and after-work beers during my Cleveland years, we discussed the future more so than the past. Karen arrived and he even exercised by walking the hallways. He also talked very proudly about Katherine. And I always thought we would take another Las Vegas trip together . . . not to be.
Linda DeCredico
February 26, 2015
I worked with Bill and also housesat for you a long time ago when you had Otis. Bill will be greatly missed. God bless.
February 26, 2015
I was saddened to hear of bills passing. We worked together on the same squad in Cleveland for many years..may he rest in peace. Jim Owens chagrin falls/Tucson,az
Melissa Henterly
February 26, 2015
Love to all!
Judy Ziolek
February 26, 2015
Karen and Katey we are so sorry for your loss. May your memories provide comfort and peace.
Julie Reckley
February 26, 2015
Jan, I am sorry for your loss.
Wrenata Nelson
February 25, 2015
Jan & Marty: sorry for your loss. Heaven must've needed another Angel. With Deepest Sympathy...
Tom Hoffner
February 25, 2015
My brothers and I lived next door to Bill's family for 20+ years. Bill was my best friend for all that time, as it seems like we played catch across the street at the Fairview High diamonds almost every day.
On behalf of my brothers Bob and Rick, my sincere condolences on your loss. I miss my buddy.
February 25, 2015
Karen and Katherine. We are so sorry to hear about Bill. You are in our prayers. Keeping all the great memories in your heart helps the healing. Cousins Wendy, Matt & Jake Peterson
Harvey Wade
February 25, 2015
Dear Karin and Katey As our dear neighbors for many years I cant tell you how bad we fell at the loss of Bill. He was one of my Idols a wonderful and fun friend So many fond memories over the years I am so thankful that I got to visit with Bill on his last trip yo FL. I wish that we could be there for funeral but impossible. In our thoughts and prayers. With Love the Wades
Heather Mahoney
February 25, 2015
My prayers are with the Henterly family. I am so sorry for your loss. Bill was a great man and had such a big heart. I was his trainer at Five Seasons. He was always so nice my young sons.
Best Regards, Heather Mahoney
February 25, 2015
Dear Karen and Katherine - I will not be able to make it out to attend the funeral services. I'm was so sorry to hear about Bill. He was a good friend and colleague. Love Annette Nowak
February 25, 2015
To all the family. We are thinking of you and sending love during this time and always. Bill's cousin, Bobbie Frederick
February 25, 2015
Dear Karen and Family,
Words fail to express our sadness at the passing of Bill. Our thoughts are with you.
All Our Love - Betty, Jim and Geoff
February 25, 2015
Dear Karen and Katherine and all of Bill's family: I am saddened by the loss of Bill. I will always treasure my memory of when Bill went out into the yard and picked a boquet of flowers and gave them to me during a particularly difficult time in my life. I am with you in all ways. Your Cousin Gail
Ray Braun
February 25, 2015
I am saddened to learn of Bill's passing. I have known Bill since being in the 5th grade at St. Angela grade school.
I would occasionally see Bill in Avon Lake at the bank, Giant Eagle, and sometimes grabbing a quick beer.
We exchanged stories, talked of family, and careers. He will be missed
February 25, 2015
Dear Marianne and family,
I am so sorry for your loss! Please know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers during this sorrowful time.
Kind Regards,
Barb Nieser
February 25, 2015
Karen, Katherine and to all of Bill's family: I am so sorry for your loss. Know that I am with you in all ways. I will always remember when Bill brought me a bouquet of flowers from the yard during an especially difficult time in my life. That always stayed with me and meant a lot. Love, Your Cousin Gail
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