Frederick William Henry Jr.'s Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Frederick W. Henry, Jr. of Rehoboth Beach Delaware on November 15, 2024. Fred was born on September 19, 1939, in Sharon, Pennsylvania to Frederick Henry, Sr. and Margaret E. Henry.
Fred lived an exciting and fulfilling life in service to his country and his family and was known for his strong will and unwavering determination.
He served in the United States Marine Corps for three years after graduating from high school. He then began a 30-year career with the Central Intelligence Agency serving in various assignments taking him all over the world including Okinawa, Vietnam, and Honduras receiving several awards for excellence along the way. During his government service career Fred earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Maryland.
Fred retired from the Agency in 1990 and then worked seven more years in the private sector. In 1997 he transitioned to an active retirement at his beloved Delaware shore where he was an active member of the Lions Club and CIRA.
Fred was preceded in death by his parents, Fredrick Henry, Sr. and Margaret E. Henry and his sister Margaret “Peggy” Henry. He is survived by his sister Diana Lautenberger, brother-in-law David Lautenberger, nephews Jeffrey Lautenberger, Michael Lautenberger, Rodney Stephey, Todd Stephey, his companion Kim Stahley and many other cousins, nieces and Godchildren.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to the charity of your choice.
Private services are being arranged for entombment in the Columbarium at the Veterans Memorial in Millsboro, DE.
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