OBITUARY
Charles V. McHenry Sr.
May 13, 1920 – February 21, 2015
Beloved Husband of Patricia (Kennedy). Dear Father of Charles V. Jr. “Rocky” (Anne Marie), Kathy (Parvez) Dara, Janice, Bill (Molly), Mary (Bob) Calleja, Sharon (Scott) Turske. Loving Grandfather of Kelly, Mike (Christie) McHenry, Erin (Justin) Collinash, Bridget (Josh) Ostlund, Ray Dara, Noreen (Chris)Heffernan, Nicole and Kristen Struble, Kaitlin, Kylie and Sean McHenry, Kyle, Meghan and Brian Turske. Great Grandfather of Cayleigh and Kendall Heffernan, Mikey, Alex and Liam Ostlund, Dominic McHenry and Lennix Collinash. WWII Veteran, Wayne State Football Letterman and Coach, Master Degree U of M. Teacher at Detroit Mumford, Mackenzie and Cody High Schools, Football Coach at Detroit Catholic Central High School, Chief Boxing Judge of Michigan, Boxing Referee, Golden Gloves Judge, Professional Boxer and Judge, Director of Probation Dearborn Heights 20th District Court, Our Lady of Grace Usher and Past President of the Men’s Club.
Visitation Thursday February 26th , 3-8pm at Harry J. Will Funeral Home, 37000 W. Six Mile Rd., Livonia 48152. In state Friday February 27th 10:30am and Mass 11am at Detroit Catholic Central High School, 27225 Wixom Rd., Novi, 48374.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Our Lady of Grace Church, Dearborn Heights, Detroit Catholic Central High School, Novi or Holy Trinity Church, Detroit.
Services
- Visitation Thursday, February 26, 2015
- Vigil Service Thursday, February 26, 2015
- Funeral Mass Friday, February 27, 2015
Memories
Charles V. McHenry Sr.
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ADD A MEMORYMike McHenry
November 16, 2015
Was thinking of you today Grandpa. I love you and miss you greatly. We will all do our best here to carry on your great enthusiasm and WILL for LIFE until we see each other again one day. Thank you for carving the path for us all to follow. I will try my best to express gratitude for life and my family every chance I get just like you did.
Mike McHenry
March 7, 2015
Dear Rocky:
Sorry to hear about your father passing. He embodied CC and everything it stands for. Please convey our condolences to your family.
Blessings and peace,
Gary E. Gulick, (CC '71)
Judith Ogozaly-Stoinski-Brownlee
March 1, 2015
Thank you Mr. McHenry for teaching me to drive. I passed on much of what I learned to my own children. I remember him as a fair, respectful and caring man/teacher. Have thought of him often over the years. I was Judith Ogozaly then - graduate Cody High 1968. May his family find comfort in all the prayers, well wishes and rememberances.
Jim Ditton
March 1, 2015
I will miss him as a neighbor I used to visit him and his wife and watched him walk his dog Bear down our block where we lived
Elaine Ciaramitaro
February 27, 2015
Sharon, Scott and family---We were so sorry to hear of your dad passing away. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May the memories of your dad help you in this time of sorrow.
Elaine and Joe, Charlie, Jackie and Robbie Ciaramitaro
Kevin Ciolek
February 26, 2015
He was my drivers ed teacher at Cody High also. R.I.P Mr. McHenry!
CJ Gawwo
February 26, 2015
One more thing...
I can clearly hear him asking the question: What does "AMBER" mean? And silly me answered; "YELLOW"? That was a classic my family always laughs at.
CJ Gawwo
February 26, 2015
Mr. McHenry taught my sister and myself Drivers Training at Cody High School. He was passionate about keeping us safe and the importance of being a safe driver. He was larger than life and made an incredible impression on us both. We still talk about him after 30 years. (And he would be proud to know that at the age of 49, I've never had a ticket or any points on my driving record.) He really cared and had the biggest heart of any man I ever knew! God bless his family!
Mike Foley
February 26, 2015
Chuck has taken that final step into eternity. I pray that the "Peace of God" would permeate through your family and guide you all through the grieving process. He had a great long life. He was very funny with great sense of humor; and a great story teller. We will miss him!
Mike M
February 26, 2015
He was my drivers education teacher in 1970' he was tough but fair. He was part of the Detroit Schools empire that was great in those days. If we had classrooms with teachers like him Detroit would be great again.
The motoring public is much safer because of him. Thank you Mr. Mchenry.
Steve Foley
February 26, 2015
Chuck had great humor, compassion... and discipline so he could still kick our butts at football practice-to make us better overall. The Foley family was honored by his close friendship with our Dad, Coach Bill Foley.
February 26, 2015
I can parallel park and I check my blind spots religiously because of Mr. McHenry...and of course not wanting to get hit by that big red fire truck that he said would hit me if I failed to look! A tough but fair man and well respected, he will be missed...I celebrate his long life! -David Kluz, Oconomowoc, WI.
Monica and Ajit Katharopoulos
February 25, 2015
We are deeply sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in your memories and in the company of your loved ones during this most difficult time.
February 25, 2015
Our sympathy and sadness to learn of Mr. McHenry's passing. Mr. McHenry always seemed to have a smile on his face. Many memories of being neighbors on Virgil, helping your family move across Joy Rd, etc...May God provide you with a peace beyond understanding during this time.
The Howley's (Mom/Molly, Tim, Tom, John, Pat, Kevin and Mary)
Hank Stawasz
February 25, 2015
Mr. McHenry was my drivers ed instructor at Cody - back in the mid 70's. Sorry to hear of his passing. GOD BLESS!
Barbara Smallwood
February 25, 2015
Mr. McHenry was my Drivers Ed instructor (Cody circa1969). He was an amazing teacher, he turned out a plethora of well equipped drivers. He knew my father drove a bus, as a result I received special attention. The game was to catch me making an error. He kept me on my toes that entire summer. Remarkable man, and generations of respect for him, because he cared.
Barb (Dziwulski) Smallwood
Suzy Duchenne-Dreyfus
February 25, 2015
Mr. McHenry was my drivers ed teacher at CODY High School over 40 years ago. He was a wonderful man. He was one of those teachers you really respected. Everyone did. Very sorry for your loss.
Suzanne Guffy
February 25, 2015
Please accept our heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.
I grew up hearing the infamous stories of the escapades of "The Gashouse Gang" and periodically listening to "Uncle Chuck" reading events from his diaries.
All through the years Chuck was a good friend to my Mom and Dad, Bill and Fran Stewart. Chuck gave Dad his final farewell by sharing his thoughts and memories in my Dad's Eulogy.
Bill and Chuck are most likely sharing a joke and wreaking havoc in Heaven with their pranks. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Tom and Sue Stewart Guffy
Linnea Sundstrom
February 25, 2015
He was my Driver's Ed teacher, c.1979. I credit him for my road courtesies! :) May his loved ones be comforted by memories shared over the coming days. -Linnea S
Bruce Waha
February 25, 2015
Dear Mchenry Family, so sad to hear of Chucks passing. Fellow Wayne State football player (1946-49) fellow member of The "Gashouse Gang", Detroit Public school teacher and Usher in my wedding. Chuck always kept me up to date with news of mutual friends. I hadn't heard much news in the last 5-6 years and always wondered if he had passed. Now, I see it in black and white in the Detoit News. I've asked my daughter Carrie, who also remembers "Mchenry", to write this on the behalf of myself and my wife Joan. I live in Boyne City, distance and my health at present prevent me from attending Chucks funeral. Our deepest condolences to all of you at this time. The loss of a great man and a dear old friend...so many memories...
Bruce and Joan Waha
Noreen Heffernan
February 25, 2015
My grandpa was magic! He would say, "Hokus Pokus Dominokus" and make the Christmas lights turn on with a wink. Little did he know that with that wink, he shined his beautiful light on everyone he came across. I love my Grandpa and I will miss him dearly.
Joanie & Marilynn McHenry
February 25, 2015
Uncle Chuck, AKA Uncle "Chunk," AKA Cousin Chuck, AKA Tom Selleck. We loved Uncle Chuck. He was the BEST and one of a kind, for sure. Aunt Pat, Rocky, Kathy, Janice, Bill, Mary, and Sharon ~ always remember the great care you gave to your husband/dad. He really loved his life and his beautiful family so much. You are all in our prayers and in our hearts at this difficult time. Treasure the precious memories of your dad. And somewhere up there, we know Uncle Tom, Uncle Chuck, and our dad (Bill) are having one great card game, together again.
Dave Schaefer
February 25, 2015
I hate referring to Chuck in past tense... as he would lite up a party and fill your heart with joy over various things from Boxing to Catholic Central Football. His positive spirit filled the room with joy and his sly smile was reassuring. Thank god for the Kennedy Christmas parties for they allowed me to know such wonderful people. Chuck will be truly missed as he still brings a smile to my face over the many years of conversations we had.
Bev and Mick Fulkerson
February 25, 2015
Chuck, we are thinking of you and send sincere sympathy at the loss of your father.
Theresa Klonica
February 25, 2015
Me Mchenry was my Drivers Ed teacher at Cody High School. My thoughts & prayers go out to his family. May you R. I. P. Mr. McHenry
Mike
February 25, 2015
Mr Mchenry, what can you say about a man with character and true intuition. I had Mr Mchenry for drivers ed in 74 at Cody and he left a lifelong impression on me as well.He could spot a student with an attitude immediately and spot a student who didnt have what he felt what it takes to operate a vehicle responsibly within minutes of getting in that wagon with the right hand controls within minutes of being in the car. Mr Mchenry was a no nonsense kind of man but still made the experience fun if Students showed proper responsibility and respect. Godspeed Mr Mchenry.
Chip Kleinbrook
February 24, 2015
I always called you "Mister" McHenry as you were a towering figure in the community and a true gentle-man. You volunteered at nearly everything you can volunteer at and then some. Your blood ran blue for CC all these years and so your Irish shamrock will always be half green and half blue. Your stories showed the flair for drama in times past and your recollection of the most minute details never failed to impress me.
I pray that your angel is now relieved of much tender care you received in later years, with your wonderful countenance and a firm handshake till the last inning. May your angel now watch over your family to comfort them in ways yet to be touched. St. Peter, you will not have to ask his name, his record is well written for all to appreciate and treasure. Godspeed Mister McHenry, Godspeed.
The Scott Family
February 24, 2015
Janice, Nicole, Kristen, and the entire McHenry Family,
May our Lord bless and comfort your family during this most difficult time. Please know that you are continually in our prayers, and we are always here for your family. Much love to you all.
Ron Ross
February 24, 2015
Mr. Mchenry,was my coach at CC and latter my mentor as a new teacher at Cody. He was my go to guy when I left Detroit and taught drivers Ed.at Riverside HS. A great friend and mentor who will be missed. Rest in peace Chuck
Tommy McHenry
February 24, 2015
I can honestly say I loved everything about my cousin Chuck
Kevin Kennedy
February 24, 2015
My deepest condolences to Aunt Pat and all my great McHenry cousins. Uncle Chuck was one of a kind... someone I admired and enjoyed talking and being with through the years, especially the days at my dad's cabin up north. A man of strength, conviction and faith. I will miss him, and you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Sorry to not be there this week because I am in Florida, but I will remember him in a special way on Friday.
Barbara Forgacs
February 24, 2015
Mr. McHenry was my driving instructor at Cody in 1971. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. Mr McHenry will never be forgotten.
Alan Mitchell
February 24, 2015
Blessings to the McHenry family during this difficult time. God bless.
Alan Mitchell
'77
Michael Kennedy
February 24, 2015
Keeping good thoughts for Uncle Chuck, Aunt Pat, and all of the McKenry's. The Pinochle just got a bit more competitive in heaven.
Jeffrey Mockeridge
February 24, 2015
To this day whenever I change lanes I can hear him say " check your blind spots ". He was a great teacher,, a good man, and a tough guy on the outside but a softy on the inside.
Deborah Wilcox
February 24, 2015
I was a student of Mr. McHenry's in the late 70's and I will never forget what a great teacher he was! Thank-you Mr. McHenry for teaching me how to drive!! May loving memories bring your family peace, comfort, and strength during this difficult time. My deepest sympathies to the entire McHenry family.
Susan Larsen Heise
February 24, 2015
It is with sadness for your family that we send you our prayers. But, with joy in the knowledge that Coach is resting at the feet of our Lord.
Blessings~
The Booker, Larsen, Heise family
Susie Salgado
February 24, 2015
Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers...and holding so many fond memories of "cousin" Chuck...
With much love.
February 24, 2015
We'll pray for his soul & family............Len Kiefel, CC class of '62
Jerry Sullivan
February 24, 2015
Mr. McHenry was my drivers ed.teacher over 40 yrs. ago.I am sorry to hear of his passing. He was one of my favorite teachers and I loved his class. His voice still goes around in my head driving at times .He was a gem and I know he will be missed .Sympathy to his family.
Connie Kessler
February 24, 2015
Dear Pat - So sorry you have lost your life-long sweetheart. Chuck was such a gentleman and so pleasant. The world is a better place for his having been here. My thoughts and prayers go out to you in the coming days as you will be missing him. In God's love,
Barb Seiter
February 24, 2015
Our prayers are with the family to help you cope during this time. Hang onto to the happy memories in your heart.
Mark,Barb and Kara Seiter
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