Richard Patrick Henry, Jr.

He was born and raised in San Antonio and attended Burbank High School. A member of the Greatest Generation, he served proudly in the United States Navy aboard the U.S.S. Hector during WWII.

He was a long-time employee of the Texas Department of Transportation, and retired in 1983 after 38 years of service.

Pat was an avid sports fan and golfer until he could no longer play. He celebrated his once-in-a-lifetime hole in one on February 19, 1994 at the Northern Hills Golf Course.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Patrick and Lillie Henry, Sr.; and his loving wife, Berniece Whitehead Henry. Survivors include his daughter, Sandra Henry Williamson and husband Mike; a granddaughter, Dawn Williamson Craighead and husband Kelly; a grandson, Kyle Williamson and wife Melissa; and 5 great-grandchildren, Addie, Cal and Josie Craighead, and Macey and Lane Williamson.

The family will receive friends from 5:00-8:00 P.M. on Wednesday, January 12, at Porter Loring Mortuary North.

SERVICE

THURSDAY, JANUARY 13, 2011

11:30

PORTER LORING NORTH CHAPEL

Pastor Kelly Craighead will officiate. Interment will follow in Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Waters Church, P.O. Box 1025, Cibolo, TX 78108.