Wallace R. 'Wally' Henry, age 83, of Gallipolis, passed away Thursday February 16, 2012 at Holzer Medical Center. Born July 16, 1928 in Lesage, West Virginia. He was the son of the late Hershel and Sylvia Reed Henry. In addition to his parents, Wally was preceded by a brother, Roger Henry, and two sisters, Phyllis Archer, and Janice Truesdell.
Wally retired from Ravenswood Aluminum in July 1990. He acquired many cherished friends through his love of square dancing. He truly enjoyed the company of others and will be missed by those who knew him.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Jennie Workman Henry, two daughters, Pat (Randy) Harris of Lyme, CT., and Pamela (John) Thomas of Athens, OH. Three grandchildren, Ryan Harris, Joshua Thomas and Isaac Thomas, five great grandchildren, and five step great grandchildren, two sisters, Marcelene Wray of Columbus, and Kathleen Broyles of Ocala, FL.
A memorial service will be 1:00 PM. Monday February 20, 2012 at the Waugh-Halley-Wood Funeral Home with Rev. Ralph Workman officiating. Burial will follow in Ridgelawn Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Sunday from 2-4 PM.
An online guest registry is available at waugh-halley-wood.com