Harold Henry

Harold Henry, age 88 of Fairborn, formerly of Miamisburg passed away Monday, December 17, 2018 at Soin Medical Center. He was born May 23, 1930 in Irvine, Kentucky to the late Andrew Jackson and Ida Henry.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Bonnie J. Henry and siblings, Mabel Campbell, Rosa Faye Wilson and Millard Henry and many other loved ones.

Harold is survived by his children, Donna (Rick) Hubert, Nicky Henry and Jackie (Gary) Barker; granddaughter, Kelli Barker and his sister, Alice Rogers as well as numerous family and friends.

Harold attended school in Kentucky and worked with his father at a saw mill learning the trade of carpentry from a young age. He worked in the coal industry for a time before relocating to Ohio and beginning a career in carpentry. Harold was fortunate to have owned and operated his own company for a time, P&M Construction and later retired from Kendall Construction. He was always a devoted family man and provider having built two homes for them over the years. Harold continued to work for many local businesses in the Dayton area as a jack-of-all trades. He was a life-long member of the First Church of God and served in various roles including, Sunday school leader, choir leader, assistant pastor and board member. Harold will always be remembered for his sense of humor, his commitment to his family, especially Nicky, his kindness, honesty and love of life.

Family will receive guests from 5:00-7:00 pm Wednesday, December 19, 2018 at Newcomer Funeral Home, Kettering. Visitation will also be hosted from 12:00-2:00 pm Thursday, December 20, 2018 at Lewis-Abner Funeral Home in Irvine, KY with a service following immediately at 2:00 pm. Dunaway Cemetery in Irvine, KY will serve as Harold's final resting place. Written condolences and memories may be shared with the family by visiting Harold's online memorial at www.NewcomerDayton.com