Cathy Henry

Cathy L. Henry, nee Wilson, of St. Louis, Missouri passed away on January 28, 2022 with her longtime companion David Stripe, at age 67. She was born October 10, 1954, to her parents the late James E. and the late Joann F., nee Skelly, Wilson. Dear sister of; Ann Finnigan (Gene) of Olathe Kansas, Becky Latham (George) of Tuscaloosa Alabama, and Sally Wilson-Knight (Tom) of St. Louis, late Nancy Wilson, and the late James Skelly Wilson, and was known as “Aunt Precious” to her nephews and their families. She is also survived by many dear relatives and friends.

Cathy graduated from Lutheran Hospital School of Nursing in 1983. She would continue as a nurse for 36 years, retiring from Mercy’s Highland Center where she helped patients with drug and mental struggles. She will be remembered most by those who knew her for her charm, quick wit and infectious laugh. She was a beloved sister especially to her younger sister Nancy; they were always best friends. They are now together again.

Memorials are appreciated to NAMI St. Louis .

Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 am Thursday, February 10, 2022, at St. Justin Martyr Catholic Church, 11910 Eddie and Park Rd., St. Louis, MO 63126 with visitation beginning at 10:30 am. Interment will be in Resurrection Cemetery