Hemlock: Ralph passed peacefully at his home on November 12, 2018, surrounded by his family, at age 81. Ralph was born in Richmond, NY on July 28, 1937 to parents Theodore and Onnolee (Purcell) Henry. He was predeceased by his brother Theodore “Bud” Henry and sisters; Ruth Gladding, Laura North, and Marion Murray. Survived by his wife of 58 years Gloria Sue (Harvey) Henry; son Kevin (Darlene) Henry; daughters, Laurie Muscarella (Mark Schlageter) and Linda Gascon; grandchildren, Randi (Patrick) Smalley, Taryn (Colin) Prue, Alicia, Raymond, Curtis and Ryann; great-grandchildren, Alexis, Athena, and Alexzander; brother-in-law Steve (Barb) Harvey and sister-in-law Glenda Farrell; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Ralph retired from Getinge in Rochester, NY in 1999 where he was a Maintenance Machinist. He loved to play cards especially euchre and in later years he played many games of rummy with Sue. He loved animals and raised cows and horses for many years. Ralph donated blood every 60 days for over 40 years as he always wanted to help others. He built his own home, could fix anything, and was often called upon by farmers and friends in the community. He fixed many homes in Hemlock and made himself available to friends and neighbors. Ralph taught his family how to work hard and stay honest.
Family and friends may call on Friday, November 16 th , from 3-5:30pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 20A, Livonia, NY where services will be held at 5:30pm, following calling hours. In Ralph’s memory please consider making a blood donation or make a memorial contribution to the Livonia Ambulance, PO Box 8, Livonia, NY 14487. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
We are sorry we missed the notice of Ralph’s passing. Bill always had fun with him at work and a few of the retirement parties.The picture is a true representation of his personality.
Sorry to hear about Ralph’s passing. Sue, hope you are doing ok. Memories will keep Ralph with you and family forever. HUGS to entire family.
Condolences to the Henry family. Ralph was a very nice kind man.
May his soul through the mercy of God rest in peace, Amen.
So very sorry for you family’s loss. Ralph will be missed by all who knew him. Donna and Nelson Mastin
Ralph Henry and his family mean everything to me. I will miss Ralph every day.
Ralph is at peace now. Thoughts and Prayers for you all. Jim & Joyce Willard
Henry Family,
So sorry to hear of Ralph’s passing. He will be missed.
Chuck and Sue Allen
To the Henry family,
Sending our condolences.
Jami and Julie Bujnowski
Ralph fun loving man, Thoughts & prayers with family R. I. P Ralph.Bernie & Gail Carmody
So sorry to hear this news… Condolences to his whole family and everyone who loves him!!
Sue and family,So sorry for your loss. You had many wonderful years together. You are in my thoughts and prayers. So glad your kids are close by to help you and comfort you.
My condolences to Kevin and his family
Sue and Family, Jim and I are so sorry to hear of Ralph’s passing. We have many fond memories of eating Saturday pancakes and playing numerous card games (Hand and Foot) with you and Ralph and Mom and Gene. I’m sure Ralph and Gene are sitting in Heaven right now playing cards. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
I am so sorry to hear this…
Many memories come flooding in, like at bud tinas helping Laurie learn to walk!
I always admired that family! My prayers are with you all…
Sue and family it was a great pleasure to be a neighbor of Ralphs and watch him farm his fields and take pride in his land, he was a great guy to myself and family for many years and we will always remember him as a hard working GREAT man. RIP neighbor!!
to the Henry family So sorry for your loss.. so many memories..
To the entire Henry family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Praying that your memories will see you through this difficult time.
Colleen (West) Hay
Farmer,Rest in peace.