Obituaries
Arlene Henry, 95
December 17, 2020
Arlene Henry, 95, of Lancaster, passed unexpectedly on December 17, 2020. Born in Lampeter, PA on Oct 10, 1925 to the late Enos Lahr and Emma Lahr (Shaub) of Lancaster, PA. Arlene resided at Homestead Village Lancaster, PA.
Arlene was married 70 years to her lifelong best friend and love, the late Marlin W. Henry. She was also proceeded in death by a sister, Ethel M (Lahr) Myers and brothers Lester S. and Stanley E. Lahr.
She is survived by two loving daughters, Debbie Williams, wife of the late Tom Williams of Dillsburg, PA and Linda McGinn, married to Daniel McGinn of Lancaster, grandchildren Kaitlin McGinn, wife of Justin Renninger, of Lancaster, PA & San Francisco, CA, Maren McGinn Lancaster, PA, Sean McGinn, California, and a great-grandson, Kieran McGinn,
Arlene was a lifelong member of Redeemer Lutheran Church, Pearl Street, Lancaster, PA. Arlene graduated from West Lampeter High School in 1942 and during her life worked at Hamilton Watch, Bell Telephone, and Millersville University/Student Services. After retiring she volunteered with the following organizations; Saint Joseph Hospital, Lancaster General Hospital, and the American Cancer Society.
Her interest was gardening, spending time at the beach with family, dining out with friends and family and celebrating special occasions at The Hershey Hotel.
Our Mother and grandmother was always an inspiration as a parent, a teacher and a good friend. Love is the greatest gift that one generation can leave to another.
We were given something stable to hang on to — a generational connection, a sense of their own past, a hope for our own future. Most of all, we need what parents and grandparents give us, profound love, and unending support on wings of Angels Mom, NaNa and Arlene.
Arlene will be laid to rest at Millersville Mennonite Cemetery with a private family ceremony to take place. A Celebration of Life Service for Arlene will be held either late spring or early summer 2021. A notice will be sent out with details.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Arlene’s memory may be sent to Salvation Army 131 S. Queen St. Lancaster, PA 17602 or Redeemer Lutheran Church 500 Pearl St. Lancaster, PA 17603.
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Condolences to the Family
January 11, 2021
I am sorry this is late. We surely enjoyed talking to Arlene in the dining room and at events at Homestead Village. We were shocked by her passing and had no idea she was 95. She was a delightful lady and really enjoyed the apartments once she moved there; much to her surprise.
We will miss her greatly! Allen and Nancy Tate
January 02, 2021
Dear Debbie and Linda,
Reading through the condolences here reinforces what I already knew.. You were truly blessed to have had such wonderful parents. I know you will miss your Mother terribly. What a terrible year was 2020. May you take comfort in each other.
With all my love,
KATHY
January 01, 2021
Arelene’s Family, As members of Redeemer Lutheran Church we knew both Arlene and Marlin well. They were such faithful members of the church. It was always a pleasure to see them and talk with them. Arlene always had a smile and Marlin always had a story to tell. Such a special couple! In days gone by, our mother, who passed away several months ago, always looked for Arlene to talk to on a Sunday morning! Each Sunday Arlene would talk about her family and the special relationship they shared. May God’s peace and comfort be with you.
With sympathy, Sharon Wingenroth and Maria Oblender (Daughters of Maria Ferguson)
December 31, 2020
Dear Linda and Debbie,
I was so sad when I heard your mother had passed away. What fun she was to be with! I gave her medications in the evening. I always saved her until the end of my evening, so that I could spend more time with her. Best part of her day- wine time! We had good times together and I shall miss her. You were lucky to have such a great Mom. Diane Kicey
December 31, 2020
To the Henry Family. I was very saddened to hear of Arlene’s passing. I had spoken to her in the lobby of Homestead Village shortly before her death and she was as friendly and witty as ever. I enjoyed reminiscing with her about 2 of her grandchildren whom I had taught at Farmdale Elementary School. She was so proud of her family and glowed when talking about them. There certainly was nothing matronly about her. Prim and proper describes her perfectly. It’s been a real gift again sharing time with the Henry & McGinn Family. Bob Garrett
December 31, 2020
Mrs. Henry as known to us Gurtizen children was a life long constant in our lives. She was one of my mother Betty Gurtizen’s closest friends. The Henry family lived up the street from us and I spent many hours in their house being babysat by Daughters Debbie and Linda. Arlene and my mother vacationed together and loved the beach with equal amount of zeal. They were intelligent, independent, fun loving women. They loved their families and husbands. Words to describe Mrs. Henry: kind, a sharp witted sense of humor, and always wanting to be “put” together with a great fashion flair. Arlene and Betty were great women of their era. Arlene will remain in my heart and I am grateful to have had her in my life. A wonderful lady she was.
Cynthia Gurtizen
December 31, 2020
Dear Debbie & Linda,
We were so sorry to read about you mother’s passing. Your mom and dad were a wonderful couple. We always looked forward to seeing and talking with them at Redeemer Lutheran Church. May God’s blessings grant you comfort and peace, knowing that they have once again found each other in eternal life.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Rick, Kathy & Andrea Amour
December 31, 2020
We enjoyed Arlene’s cheerful conversations and her sense of humor _ she never stopped kidding us about living in the “her” villa and loved kidding with driver Bill on senior bus excursions. I’ll miss seeing her in the library. Evadna Bartlett
December 30, 2020
Arlene was a true LADY. Always friendly and dressed to perfection. I knew Arlene from woman’s club.
Sue Blechschmidt
December 30, 2020
My sincerest condolences linda and debbie..may your beautiful memories help u to move forward..God Bless
.bonnie jarrett hayes
