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Gordon Henley Obituary
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Gordon E. Henley, age 68, of McDonough, GA, died on March 19, 2004. He is survived by his loving wife, of 19 years, Geraldine (Coviello) Henley, son, Barry E. Henley and 3 brothers, David, James and W.C. Henley, his mother, Madeline (Neal) Henley and his father, Henry Henley, both preceded him in death. Also surviving are Jean Diaz, 2 brothers-in-law, 2 sisters-in-law, and 8 nieces and nephews. Mr.Henley, recipient of a heart transplant in 1996, was a valued member of the transplant community. He served the St. Joseph's Heart Transplant Association as its President in 1998. Gordon also particpated along with 40 others from St. Joseph's in the Transplant Olympics held annually at various locations across the nation. He was a major contributor to "Going Out," an organ donor recruitment program utilizing DMV registration and a donor education programs in the schools. Gordon also spearheaded the formation of the "Around-Town Dinners". These quarterly events provided a forum for transplant families to share their experiences. Celebration of the life of Gordon E. Henley will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, March 21, 2004 in the Chapel of Cannon-Cleveland Funeral Directors, 2580 Highway 42 North, McDonough, GA, with Rev. Tracey Smith and Rev. Buddy Norton officiating. The family will receive friends today from 2:00-4:00 and 6:00-8:00 PM. www.cannon-cleveland.com. 770-914-1414. Interment will follow the service at Fairview Memorial Gardens, 164 East Fairview Road, Stockbridge, GA. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in the memory of Gordon E. Henley to the St. Joseph's Mercy Foundation, 5673 Dunwoody Road, NE, Suite 650, Atlanta, GA 30342. 404-851-5716. Funds will be used to provide financial assistance to heart transplant candidates and recipients who require financial support to access certain medical services, purchase medications and to meet other family expenses directly associated with heart transplantation at St. Joseph's Hospital of Atlanta. Cannon-Cleveland Funeral Directors, Inc.
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Ervin Neal
March 27, 2004
To Garland's family:
Although I haven't saw Garland in quite a few years, I still think of him often. My heart goes out to all his family. I'll keep all of you in my prayers. Just Buddy from California.
joyce neal jackson
March 24, 2004
GERRI i am also a first cousin of garland his mother was my aunt mutt my dads sister my heart goes out to you and so sorry have not seen GARLAND IN YEARS have lost 2 husbands and you think that things will never be the same and they want; but GOD ALWAYS helped me through my troubled times and he will you too; but do know that he will always be with you in your heart and in your memories . and now all we have are our memories with them . and that in itself is peace with GOD SO WILL KEEP YOU IN MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ; J.J.
Lisa Butler
March 24, 2004
I only knew you and Gordon for a short time. From day one both Gordon and you made me feel like someone special in your lives. It always brightened my day when he would pop into Dr. J's office just to tell me Hi! or to keep me up to date on everything. You are in my thoughts & prayers. He was a special man and will be truly missed.
janice price
March 23, 2004
Gerry I am so sorry about Gordon. I will miss hearing from him, seems like just yesterday when I saw you guys at Holiday Express and said good-bye to you, wish we could have spent more time together, but hoping you will do okay and have courage to face obstacles now. Call me sometime as I am praying for you for God's comforting. Love Janice
CHARLES & CONNIE HOLSONBAKE
March 23, 2004
Dear Geri,
Charles and I only got to know Gordon for a little while, but felt like it was a life time.His love for his fellow transplant friends will always be remembered. The times we were at the Round Town Dinners with him were a blessing to us. We thank you for sharing such a wonderful man with all of us. Know you are in our prayers and that we will continue to look forward to seeing you. Try to come to the dinner in April we would love to see you. Take care of yourself and cherish the memories of the man we all loved. God bless you and your family.
roger neal sr
March 22, 2004
so sorry to here about gordon my heart goes out to the family i am gordons 1st cousin on aunt mutts side
Kim LaVigne
March 22, 2004
Geri & Jim
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your beloved family member. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers!!
Jim and Wilma Durkin
March 22, 2004
Geri, Jimmy, Bonnie, & Family
We want you to know that you are in our thoughts.
Though we never met Gordon, we have always heard what a very good person he was.
We send our deepest sympathy and love, in this time of your loss.
Jim and Wilma Durkin
karen hancock campbell
March 21, 2004
geri:
my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. gordon was a great man and will be missed. my god comfort you during this time of need.
Jr., Lisa & Bridgette Hancock
March 21, 2004
Geri & family,
We are praying for you and your family. Gordon will surely be missed by the community.. . .
Janet Mitchell
March 20, 2004
Geri,
Please know that you are in our prayers, always. We will treasure the memories, the fun, the laughs, the wonderful times we had with you and Gordon, especially at the 98/2000 Transplant Games. Gordon was very blessed to have you in his life.
THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOURSELF AND YOUR WONDERFUL HUSBAND WITH US!
Love,
Janet and Rogers
Elizabeth Manley
March 20, 2004
Geri,
You and Gordon have been so very special in the lives of so many. I have always considered you and Gordon the "cheerleaders" for our heart transplant group. I hope you will continue to be our cheerleader.
Please know that there are so many of us...certainly myself included....that you may call on at anytime. You have touched so many...now let us be there for you.
The Staff of Cannon-Cleveland Funeral Directors
March 20, 2004
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Douglas L. & Barbara Woodard
March 19, 2004
Deepest smypathy to the family of Garland, who was also my first cousin. My thoughts and prayers will be with you during your time of sorrow.
Marsha Brenner-Crews
March 19, 2004
Dearest Geri (and those who share with you, your love for Gordon),
It has been an honor to know you both. We could always expect your positive and fun words and your big friendly smiles.
Gordon was a wonderful leader of our transplant community and will be remembered always. It was so obvious that he adored you Geri and that you were the center of his life and happiness. I hope you can find great strength in the love you both shared.
Geri please don't hesitate to call me anytime, day or night. I look forward to many many many more "Gordon and Geri Henley Round Town Dinner's Out!"
Your friend - Love, Marsha
Nancy Burley
March 19, 2004
Gerry and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Days will be different, but Gordon will always be with you. He has no pain or suffering now. Trust he will guide you through the darkest of hours. He lives in the sunrise and smiles through the sunsets.
God’s peace be with you.
Nancy Burley
Mitchell Queen-Lowery
March 19, 2004
I love you Uncle Gordon, tell Weezer I said hello, I will miss you very much, Mitchell
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