Obituary of Joshua Samuel Joseph Henry

HENRY: Josh

Josh Henry of Lakefield, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving daughters and family on Sunday August 13, 2017, in his 39th year.  Josh was a dedicated Licensed Journeyman Mechanic with Toromont/Caterpillar for 16 years.  Throughout his life, and the four years since Josh’s diagnosis with cancer, he lived with such grace, dignity and strength. Josh’s actions and spirit taught all who loved him how to remain positive and “Embrace Life”.

Josh is loved and missed by his wife Tracey (nee Lorne), and his daughters Chloe, Lily and Ella.  Also remembered with pride by his father John (Kathleen) of North Bay and his sisters Jennie Styles (Paul) of Edmonton, Keri-Ann Stewart (Robin) of Ottawa and Joanna Henry (Ihab) of Toronto.  Remembered by his mother-in-law Pat Lorne, sister-in-law Debbie Thompson and brothers-in-law Jeff Lorne (Connie) and Chris Thompson. Special uncle to his nieces and nephews, Jacob, Esther, Abby, Jasmine, Nicole, Morgan, Adrianna and Alana.  Also remembered by his many aunts, uncles and cousins.  Predeceased by his mother Linda Saya and father-in-law Glen Lorne.  Missed by the family dog “Cody”.  Friends and relatives may call at THE HENDREN FUNERAL HOMES, LAKEFIELD CHAPEL, 66 Queen Street, Lakefield, on Friday August 18, 2017 from 6-9 PM.  A funeral service will be held at Lakefield United Church, Regent St., Lakefield on Saturday August 19, 2017 at 11:00 AM.  Cremation to follow.  A reception will follow the service in the fellowship hall of the church.  Memorial donations may be made to The Princess Margaret Hospital (The Gerry and Nancy Pencer Brain Tumour Centre) as expressions of sympathy and may be made by contacting the funeral home at www.hendrenfuneralhome.com or by calling 705-652-3355.