John M. Henry, 55, of Waco passed away Wednesday, December 30th at his residence.
Memorial Service: 3PM Tuesday, January 5th at Lake Shore Funeral Home Chapel with Chaplain Curtis Holland officiating.
John was born July 16, 1960 in Waco to Herbert M. and Peggy (Copeland ) Henry. John was a talented artist and poet. He loved John Wayne and Batman. John always wanted to be everyone’s hero. He loved and cared for his children and was very proud of them “no matter what.”
He was preceded in death by his father; and daughter, Rhianon Henry.
Survivors include sons, Damen Marcus Henry, and Dakota Lance Henry; mother, Peggy Henry; sister, Sandi Harwell; brothers, Clayton Henry and wife Brenna, and Roger Henry; and several nieces and nephews and other family members.
Memorial contributions can be made directly to the family.
Contact Information:
Lake Shore Funeral Home & Cremation Services
Place of Service: Lake Shore Funeral Home Chapel , 5201 Steinbeck Bend; Waco, TX 76708
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We are so very very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Larry and Lillie Motacek
We love you John
You will forever be in our heart
I’m sorry for your loss, John was a good man. He well be missed by all that knew him. He’s in heaven looking down on everyone to see how we react. We will be praying for the family and friends.
I am sorry to hear of your loss and prayers for the whole family. John will be missed dearly.
I’m so sorry for your loss. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in Peace John Henry, no more pain and sickness.
I cannot imagine your pain but I pray God will give you comfort and peace. My heart goes out to you and your family. I love y’all.
Peggy , You an your family are in my prayers.
John Henry was a lovely person. He was one of those special people that you could talk to for a few minutes and walk away with a smile on your face, a song in your heart and a happiness in your soul. I will miss you my friend.
So very sad that you had to go . I was getting to know you john .you were a very special man .know the times I net u and spent with you at bobby’s were very exciting .John Henry .I can say sweetie never a dull moment you always made me laugh God knew you was ready to go see your baby girl .You will always be in my heart till we meet again.in that Batman Cave !!! Love you !!!
So sorry for your loss of John. May he r.I.p we went to school together, had not seen him in a long time. My heart and my prayers g go out to you all.
We are sorry to hear about your loss. John was a good man. He will be missed by everybody. We are praying for the family.
Sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
My mom said she’s so sorry to hear about this her prayers are with Chuck and Carla and the rest of the family
So sorry John Henry . You Was A great man .you always made me laugh I had good times with listening to your stories I’m glad you are with u baby girl you will be missed love trudy
Peggy and family, I love you and am praying for God’s comforting arms to be around you during this time of grief. Junior sends his love.
SO sorry to hear of your loss of John, we went to high school together at University High. It had been years since I last saw him and first wife Carla and Dameon. May GOD bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
It’s always too soon. My thoughts are with the family.
John Henry you were and always will be very special to me. We’ve been through alot together and no matter what , we always remained close. It’s really hard to imagine a world without you in it! I love you and I will always hold a special place in my heart for you. You were my hero too. I know you are happy to see your baby girl. RIP until we meet again. Love you forever my friend.
Sandi and Peggy, We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our hearts and prayers for you and your family.
TO THE HENRY FAMILY
Please accept our deepest heartfelt sympathy. As a good friend, my husband, Gary and I, will miss his kindness and the poetry and art that he would often share with us, as well as that old song he would remember so well. He had so much to share and we were so blessed we were there and his friends. God Bless the loss of that sweet gentleman. We will remember him well… God Bless all…
His good friends, Brenda & Gary Mathis
Although we couldn’t be there in person, we’re there in spirit. Mike & I are going to miss all of our Facebook chats & texting but know that you’re happy to be with your daughter, Dad, & all our other family members. Give our Dad, Kenneth Ray & Granny Copeland a big hug from us & watch out over your cuz, Michael Ray, until we join you, for another family reunion in heaven. You’re always in our thoughts & prayers Hammer, & we love you dearly.