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Luther L. Henry, 83

August 18, 2018

Luther L. Henry, 83, of Manheim, passed away Saturday, August 18, 2018 at Hospice & Community Care in Mount Joy. Born in Wrightsville, PA he was the son of the late Luther L. and Anna M. (Landis) Henry. He was the husband of the late Geraldine (Watson) Henry who passed away in 2011.
He started his law enforcement career in 1959, joining the Lancaster City Police department and became captain of the detectives before retiring in 1985 after 26 years of service. Luther later took on a position with the PA Attorney General where he was head of Internal Affairs for the division of narcotics.
Luther proudly served in the US Army, 82nd Airborne.
He is survived by his daughter, Rhonda L., wife of James Dowell, of Landisville; son, Luther Alan Henry, husband of Paula, of Yorktown, VA; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his grandson, James Dowell, Jr., a brother, Donald C. Henry and a sister, Diana M. Mylin.
A Celebration of Luther’s Life will be held at 11AM on Saturday, August 25, 2018 at East Fairview Church of the Brethren, 1187 Fairview Rd, Manheim, PA 17545. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Luther’s memory may be made to Hospice & Community Care, PO Box 4125 Lancaster, PA 17604-4125 or the American Cancer Society, 314 Good Dr, Lancaster, PA 17603.

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August 28, 2018

I met Luther when we served with the MS Society. He was always ready and able to help others. Luther also worked to settle the cold case of the murder of my godmother, Mary Swarr, and her brother Jim. I will always be grateful for Luther’s friendship and his loving energy he conveyed in a gentlemanly fashion. Godspeed to you, dear friend.
Louise Ryan Carpenter

August 25, 2018

I am so sorry I could not attend service. There was only one Luther. The owner of wheatland in at that time asked if I would like to mc a local Gong show. Ron picked me up and we met to see how we could do this. Luther was there and we became real buddys. It was lukes idea to raise money for MS. I did a pretty good chuck Barris. Did you know Luther could sing, play harmonica and guitar!?! I named him “Lively Luke,” and he was great !!!!!! I will never forget that show. I still have paper clippings of that night. I forgot to mention the year we did this (1978 or 79) We had so much fun. Luther was and still is one of the finest Men I’ve ever met. I will Miss you forever.

Blessings, Jeff B. Rittenhouse

August 25, 2018

Farwell to a friend, beloved by many. My condolence to the family. Rest in Peace, Luther.
Greg Sharpe

August 25, 2018

We lost a great friend and of 45 plus years.
Dave and Helen Gibson

August 24, 2018

I’m a retired State policeman and worked with Luther on several case, a GREAT man, he’ll be in my prayers.

August 23, 2018

I was visiting with Luther just last year, listening to him and my dad, John Finger, exchanging their Police memories. Cassie Finger (Burns)

August 23, 2018

To the family of Luther Henry. My Condolences to you. I meet Luther while he was on the city force. He was an outstanding officer and Gentleman. He will be missed and always remembered. My prayers are with you always.
Victor DeMascolo

August 23, 2018

To the Family. I am so very sorry for your loss. I met Luther while he was on the city force and was an outstanding Officer an Gentleman. He will always be remembered. My prayers are with you always. God Bless.

August 23, 2018

My condolences to the Henry Family.
i worked with Luther at the Lancaster Police Dept. and with him at the Pa. Attorney General for many years. Luther was a good friend and was always respected. I will miss him.
Abel Rios

August 22, 2018

To my Uncle, I celebrate your life and the grand legacy of your love, determination, and strength. To those in his family, I pray for the peace that passes all understanding. His body is done but his spirit remains as an inspiration to us all.Ken

August 22, 2018

To Luther Henry Family
Very sorry for loss
He was a very nice man
Donna S
Lancaster, Pa

August 22, 2018

I knew and worked with Luther while he was still with Lancaster Bureau of Police. Salute to a good man and police officer. GOD Bless.
Bob Bodnar

Services: Saturday, August 25, 2018; 11:00 AM; East Fairview Church of the Brethren; 1187 Fairview Rd; Manheim, PA
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