Edwin "Ed" Henry

Edwin (“Ed”) Henry, 94 of Springfield, passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. He was born on September 10, 1930, to the late John Roosevelt and Sussie (Dilley) Henry, in Ironton, Ohio. Ed was a star athlete in high school playing both basketball and football. He served in the United States Air Force and later worked on the flight line at Wright-Patterson AFB. He retired in 1988 as a supervisor in the Jet Engine Maintenance Division. He is preceded in death by both of his parents, his wife of 65 years and love of his life Patricia (Patty), his son David, brother Gayne, sisters Virginia and Eilleen. Ed leaves behind, to cherish his memory, a son who he loved dearly; Richard (Kelly) Henry, of Springfield, and his four grandchildren, Jacob (Coral) of New York, NY, Elijah of Springfield, Sarah (Austin) and Baby Esther due in March of New Albany; Abigail (James) of Lindale, TX, devoted daughter in law Tori of Cincinnati, niece Patty Ann (Mark) of Midland niece Jackie of Youngstown relations Stephen (Shirley) of Youngstown, Chuckie (Susan) of Alabama and nephew Alan (Barb) of Sevierville, numerous brothers from the Masonic Lodge, naming just a few Harry, Jim and Dave, many lovely long-time neighbors, the Weavers, the Scarberry’s, the Huffenberger’s and Darlene who lived right next door. He was also a lifelong member of the Yellow Springs Masonic Lodge and served in many capacities over the years. He was also a long-time member of the Enon United Methodist Church. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and gardener and had the best asparagus patch around. In younger years Ed took his family camping in a small pop-up camper, and they enjoyed fishing at Lake Erie and Canada. Pat and Ed adored gambling and traveled to Las Vegas several times to enjoy the casinos and the buffets. On more than one occasion both could be seen in the casino with a bucket full of pennies and pitch-black hands. Ed also loved to attend auctions and resold tools at his many garage sales throughout the years on Green Vista Drive. Many folks looked forward to his sales and came every year either to chat or search through the many treasures that he had for sale. Ed and Pat worked on election day for several years helping neighbors attend to their civic duty and catching up. After retiring from Wright Patterson, Ed worked at the Enon Hardware store for many years assisting friends and neighbors with their hardware purchases. He was a fan of the Cincinnati Reds often listening to the game on his back porch in the late hours of the evening. He was also excited when football season rolled around and faithfully watched Monday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday rooting for his favorite teams. A funeral service with Masonic rites will be held on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at Noon in Adkins Funeral Home, Enon. Friends and Family may also pay their respects during a viewing from 10:00 AM to Noon on the same day, also in the funeral home. Burial with Military Honors will follow the service in Enon Cemetery. Adkins Funeral Home in Enon, will be assisting Ed’s family with his final wishes. www.adkinsfunerals.com

Edwin "Ed" Henry

September 10, 1930 - February 12, 2025