Frank Charles Henry, 81, Fairfield, PA passed away on Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at Pappus House in Thomasville, PA after a brief stay.

He was born January 4, 1945 in Washington, D.C. the son of the late Leonard Lee and Mary Ellen Burke Henry. Frank is survived by his wife of 43 years, Maria L. (Nunez) Henry.

Frank graduated from Wilson High School in Washington, DC and then enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, serving two tours in Vietnam. Following his service he earned his Associate Degree and became an electrician in the Washington area working for Local 26. He later became a Building Inspector for Montgomery County, MD until his retirement. He then move to Emmitsburg, MD for the next 22 years. While in Emmitsburg he served on the Town Council and as their Building Inspector, a position he also held in Carroll Valley where he currently resides. Frank was an avid Civil War enthusiast who loved to share his knowledge with others.

In addition to his wife, Frank is survived by five children; Nubia Maria Henry of Germantown, MD, Leonard Frank Henry and his wife Anne of Delaware, Maria E. Gonzalez of Fairfield, PA, George Luis Gonzalez and his wife Tara of Tampa, FL, John Paul Henry and his wife Daniela of Winchester, VA, 11 grandchildren; Michael Kapneck, Isabela Menjivar, Victoria Menjivar, Genevieve Menjivar, Elijah Gonzalez, Jeremiah Gonzalez, Julian Gonzalez, Alex Gonzalez, Olivia Gonzalez, Alessia Henry, Anastasia Henry and a sister, Patricia Lippert and her husband David of San Diego, CA.

There will be a viewing on Monday evening, November 9, 2026 at Monahan Funeral Home, Fairfield, PA from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM. A Mass and burial will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to Maria’s favorite charity, Carmel of Jesus, Mary and Joseph, 327 Water Street, Fairfield, PA 17320. Online obituary and condolences available at monahanfuneralhome.com.

Source: Monahan funeral-home notice