Philip Lawrence Henry, age 74, of Ely, Nevada passed away September 13, 2015 at his Ranch in Ely. He was born December 1, 1940 in California to Lawrence and Ella Henry.
Philip attended the California Maritime Academy. He married Kathy, August 23rd 1985 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Philip and Kathy moved to Ely in 1994. He was an Inventor/Entrepreneur. Phil’s 74 years of life were filled with love and integrity, one of his many passions was cars. Phil was one of the founders for the Silver State Classic Race held here in Ely. His other passions were, horses, chasing tornados, HAM radio and inventing electronics. Together with his wife Kathy they created and developed a leadership camp for teenagers that changed the lives of countless young people all over the U.S. Phil was actively involved with politics here in Ely and was a President of the Tea Party Chapter. He always wanted to bring pride and justice back to the country he loved. One of his best accomplishments was the love her shared with his wife Kathy. He will be truly missed.
Philip is survived by his wife Kathy Henry; daughters Suzie M. Jessop and Carolyn Marie Solton; three grandchildren; one great grandchild; his Search and Rescue dog Tracer, and many friends throughout the U.S.
A Celebration of life will be held Saturday Sept. 19th from 1pm to 5pm at his Ranch in Ely.
He contributed greatly to the economy and excitement of Ely.. We will miss you Phill
I first met Phil here in San Diego where he was heading up the lock campaign to get schools in our new development. Phil and I hit it off right away and became close friends. We spent many an evening riding his horses down in the local canyons and up on the mesas. Phil loved his horses and much as his fast cars. He was a local banzai driver on I15 when it was first completed. Phil always inspired to do my best and never give up. The last time I saw Phil it was over a great Mexican lunch with Kathy and my wife. We had such a good time.
This year his daughter Suzie and her son come to San Diego to visit. We had a nice time on Sunday afternoon and on Monday morning I took Phil’s grandson up to a local gun range for a round of shooting. What a fine gentleman he is, following in Phil’s footsteps.
I was going to make a visit to Ely this year but I put it off. What a mistake.
Phil, I know your either riding a horse or driving a race car somewhere out there in the great beyond and I look forward to riding with you again sometime in the future.
Hal
Phil will be greatly missed by the many monitor radio listeners who have used Uniden products in their hobby. He was responsible for the development of many electronic enhancements which were incorporated into the product line. Phil was also an active ham radio operator with the call sign of K6MAS.
Austin
N2CAT
Phil and I were friends in our teen years. We shared interest in automobiles, wireless radio, and music. Phil was a faithful friend who was always supportive and helped me through some difficult times in our early years. We shared an interest in the sea; he in the Merchant Marines. We kept in touch with one another in the San Francisco area in the 60’s and then went on our way. We have kept in contact for our entire lives. Phil was blessed with a devoted wife and companion. Phil was a successful man. He shall be missed.