Douglas J. Henry
February 9, 2006
Henry, Douglas James, 53, Westar Energy employee, died Thursday, February 9, 2006. Visitation with the family, 6:00-8:00 P.M., Monday, Downing Lahey Mortuary West. Service, 1:00 P.M., Tuesday, Tyler Road Baptist Church. Preceded in death by father, Dale. Survivors: wife, Pam; son, Matt of Overland Park; mother, Joan Henry of Kansas City, MO; sister, Pam Henry of Lees Summit, MO; uncle and aunt, Jim and Alyce Mantel of Lake Quivira; parents-in-law, Jim and Helen Yoemans of Grandview, MO; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Susie and Gary Hurd of Kansas City, MO; many friends and relatives. Memorial established with Tyler Road Baptist Church, 571 S. Tyler Rd., Wichita, KS 67209.
Visitation with the family, 6:00-8:00 P.M., Monday, Downing Lahey Mortuary West.
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When my wife, Christina, told me of Doug’s passing, my thoughts went back to our college days at UMR, when our lives were much simpler. Pam and Matt – our prayers go out to you as you strive to move on. As painful as it is now, we all can be assured of an eternity of joy, when we all are reunited again, in heaven.
Dearest Pam Matt, Mrs Henry, Pam, Mr. and Mrs. Yoemans, We were so very shocked and sad to hear of Doug’s death!!! Our family has been praying for all of you–for Gods comfort and mercy to be with you all! We was a wonderful Father, Husband, Son and Friend. Praise the Lord, He is in the arms of Jesus!! Our love and prayers will be with all of you–The Lord will be there for you! In Christ, Randy and Carol Marsh
Pam, we were schocked to here about Doug. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Matt. If there is anything we can do, please let us know. Tom & Ann Bozeman
Doug was very instrumental in my growth and development as a young man. He helped me sort out many of lifes trials and frustrations. As a sunday school teacher during my teenage years, he taught me about what gods love means, and how we need to share that love with others. He demonstrated that through his character and integrity, and I know I have become a better man because of it. Pam and Matt, I do feel your pain. It hurts to loose someone you’ve loved and treasured. Doug is in a better place now, and God is pleased with the presence and example he meant to all who knew him here on earth.
Dear Pam, Matt, Joan, and Pam, My heart goes out to you in this great loss. I know we haven’t kept in touch over the years, but it seems like those years at Red Bridge should be only yesterday. I will always remember Doug for his laughter and big smile. Looking at the public tributes, it is evident that Doug continued to be a powerful witness for the Lord. I pray that you will find the ‘peace that passes all understanding’ in and through this difficult time. We will keep you in our prayers. With sincere Christian sympathy and love,
Pam: It has been so long, more than 25 years since I have seen you and Dutch. I have thought of you two often and have regreted not contacting you. Now I find that I have waited too long. I very much enjoyed Dutch’s friendship and your wedding. I am sorry for Doug’s death but grateful for the time I had with him. Mike Mahn
So few times in our life are we able to say we knew someone like Doug. He was the best Sunday School teacher we ever had, and one of the best and wisest friends. We are so thankful to look back on so many years and happy memories. Good times that we will cherish forever, and good friends that we have made being a part of Doug’s class. He truly loved the Lord and served Him in a way that makes us want to be better servants also. We’re thinking of you! All our love..
One only has to look as far as his family to see what kind of person Doug was. What made Doug special to me was, as a Vet, I would receive a ‘thank you for your service’ note from him every Veterans day. He loved his God, family, and country, believing that freedom is the most precious gift a country can have, while respecting the sacrifices of those who fought to keep it. He was one of those special friends that time nor distance ever took from what he meant to me. He will always be a part of those he touched. Pam/Matt – I sincerely hope you know you can call on me if you need anything. Russ Chitwood
Although Doug and I sat on different sides of the table, I greatly respected his desire to build open and honest communication. I will miss his enthusiasm, his willingness to try something new, and his joy in the life he lead. My deepest sympathy goes out to his family and friends.
Pam and Matt, We wish you peace and God’s love and comfort. Doug was such a wonderful person. We will miss him each and every day.
Pam, Out thoughts and prayers are with you. As hard as it is to understand he is in a better place now. He will enjoy enternal life and happiness with our lord. If we can do anything for you or your family please let us know. Bill and Barb Berberich
I remember shortly after Doug Henry became Chief Engineer of the Kansas Gas and Electric Company, we had a project due to install breakers and relays to split the buses at Altoona Substation. The project was running behind. I was the relay engineer assigned and Doug asked me how he could help. After I worked our plan, Doug came to my house and we drove to Altoona, discussing the engineering processes and needed improvements. At Altoona Sub, Doug stood along side me as I reviewed the design with relay technicians. After spending several hours at Altoona, Doug and I packed up and returned to Wichita continuing our discussion. I will never forget the interest he showed in my work, and his responsiveness to ideas for improvement. You know that old saying, ‘Walk a mile in the other mans moccasins,’ Doug ‘walked’ with most if not everyone he knew. Doing so, he achieved that trademark of a great leader–he earned ones respect, he did not need to command it. Doug Henry knew why we are here, as co-workers, as an electric company, as a community, as a family, and as a people on this planet by the grace of God. He worked tirelessly to make it better for everyone and he had a great personality and passion for doing that. He was a champion for ethics, professionalism, safety, and the science of Engineering. I will miss him very much. Kevin A. Stephan System Protection Engineer-Westar Energy
Dear Pam We were so saddened to hear of Dougs passing. It really hasn’t sunk in yet, but we want to let you know our hearts and prayers are with you and your family. Don and Janet LeBegue Pam, I am certainly proud to have worked for Doug for many years. I have never known a person who was as honest, fair and kind as he was. I will always look back on those days as an honor and privilage. Don LeBegue
I have had the privelege of knowing and working with Doug for over 35 years. I first met him when I was working for his dad at KCPL and Doug was an engineering student at Rolla. Over the years, our paths crossed again through Kansas One Call where he and I served on the Board of Directors. I always enjoyed my visits to Wichita, partly because I had the opportunity to visit with Doug. We often had lunch together and discussed business, family, Boy Scouts, his dad, and whatever else came to mind. His passing was a real shock. I admired and respected Doug very much. I will miss him. I offer my condolences to Doug’s family and many friends.
From the day Doug hired me… through the days you babysat my sons… to the flood you endured with my parents… our families have always had a very close connection. We’ll all miss Doug, but most importantly, we’ll all cherish our memories, living as better people for having known him.
Pam, Even though we are not there with you right now, we just wanted to let you to know how much we are thinking about you. Just wish there was something we could say or do to make the hurt go away. It’s a good thing we come from a strong family. Mom and Joyce, along with my family, send our love and prayers to all of you. Take care…
Because Doug and I shared many of the same values, we were able to encourage one another when things at work challenged us to think about doing what was right vs doing what was being asked or doing what was expedient. Once, one of our bosses called us ‘do-gooders’, and we were honored to be addressed in such a way because it meant that the life we lived spoke for us. Pam, Doug loved you and Matt, he loved his church, and he loved life. The one scripture that we often cited to encourage each other was: ‘all things work together for good for those who love the Lord and are called according to his Word.’ Pam and Matt, please take comfort, in the midst of your grief, in knowing that Doug loved the Lord and understood his calling in accordance with God’s Word. May the Lord bless you and keep you close during this time of sorrow.