South Lima: At age 63, Rod passed suddenly on September 22, 2020. He was born on January 1, 1957 in Syracuse, NY to parents Roderick E. and Fern (Ferguson) Henry. Predeceased by his mother Fern and brother Steven Henry. Survived by his wife of 16 years, Jill (Springstead) Henry and his children; Carrie Ann and Rod; grandchildren, Aley (James) Risley, Katryna Perry, and John Kinney; his father Roderick (Nancy) Henry of Montana and his step-mother Shirley Curran of Arkansas; very dear siblings, Keith Henry of Montana and Kristin Taylor of Arkansas; also survived by many other family and friends.
Rod worked as a factory parts and service representative for Chrysler Corporation for many years. He also was the former Highway Superintendent for the Town of Locke, NY. He enjoyed drag racing, tractor pulls, and was a skilled mechanic. He will be sorely missed.
A Memorial Service to Celebrate Rod’s Life will be held in the future. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in his memory to the Wounded Warrior Project, 4899 Belfort Road, Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256 or to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10306. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
Rod, you have been not only like a brother, but was one of my closest and trusted friends.
You never let your health or anything else keep you down, you always came back like a lion, until this last battle. I’m going miss you, along with you bear hugs, so much more.
You’re leaving one hell of a hole in everyone lives who knew you brother. Its time to rest, go easy brother, your friends have it from here.e
Condolences to Rod’s family. I knew Rod from when he went to school in Marcellus,N.Y.I always considered him a friend.
Jill, I was so happy to have met Rod at the shop. He was a true friend to my brother. I enjoyed our conversations over the visits I made to the shop.I’m sorry for the loss in your life.
Jill,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Life is often not easy but please know the NYSDOT family is with you.
Kevin Bush
So sorry to hear of Rod’s passing. Prayers to Jill and Family.
So very sorry Jill he was a GREAT MAN glad to got to know him sending u all hugs
Jill and family, thoughts and prayers going up for all of you. Rod was a real treasure when he came in for appointments. Always enjoyed our conversations. Carol
Jill,
We are so sorry for the loss of Rod. You and John have our sincere condolences.Although this is a very difficult time, remember the great times you had together. Know that you have many friends that are here for you.
Terry & Angel Rogers