Published in The Lake Report, April 2, 2026, page 22.
1933–2026
After a happy and joyful life, at the age of 92, Henry passed away peacefully at home on March 27.
He will be sorely missed by Heather, his wife of 35 years, his four stepchildren and his seven grandchildren.
Born and raised in Ottawa, Henry moved to Toronto to work successfully in magazine publishing, which he loved and which enabled him to travel much of the world. He was always supportive of his staff, enabling them to be the best version of themselves.
His interests included squash, golf, fishing, bridge, poker, travel, painting, cooking and hosting friends. Spending 30 winters in Florida was a happy chapter in his life because of the time he and Heather spent with family and friends.
In Niagara-on-the-Lake, retirement allowed Henry to pursue his passion for painting. His work reflected Henry’s bold and colourful personality. His artistic legacy lives on in the many homes where his beautiful paintings bring joy and fond memories of Henry.
Diagnosed with Parkinson’s 12 years ago, Henry and Heather, along with Mario Toffolo, brought Rock Steady Boxing to White Oaks Health Club to help other Parkinson’s patients. Its success benefited many Parkinson’s patients physically and socially. Henry’s positivity and determination, having lived with Parkinson’s into his 90s, was an inspiration to scores of Parkinson’s patients.
Henry was kind, loyal, generous, entertaining and an interesting storyteller who had a great sense of humour and was always great fun to be with. He was a true gentle man. Henry was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend. He deeply loved his family and friends and they loved him right back.
Henry received excellent care and he would want special love and gratitude extended to Dr. Karen Berti, Helen Ferley and Paul K. Joseph.
For a more detailed description of Henry’s life go to www.morganfuneral.com.
A celebration of Henry’s life will be held at home on May 24, at 3 p.m.
Memories, photos and condolences may be shared at www.morganfuneral.com.
