Henry Lee Napier's Obituary
Henry Lee Napier Sr., age 73, of Elyria, went home to be with his heavenly Father on Friday, September 25, 2015 at home, under the care of Crossroads Hospice. He was surrounded by his wife, Drema and many loved ones.
Henry was born in Wayne, West Virginia and spent most of his life in Elyria.
He worked as a press operator for Ford Motor Company at the Brook Park Foundry for 10 years. He previously worked at Marshallan Manufacturing for 16 years.
He enjoyed fishing, hunting and beekeeping.
Henry loved the Lord and attended North Eaton Church of God. He was a man that loved his family and had many friends. He touched the lives of many people.
Survivors include his wife of 33 years, Drema Darlene (nee Coleman); sons, Henry Jr. of Elyria, Mark of Grafton, Joseph of Elyria, Matthew (Michelle) of Wadsworth, Joshua of Elyria, Adam (Ashley) of Elyria; 23 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; sisters, Ernestine Moore of North Ridgeville, Barbara Richardson of North Ridgeville; brother, Artie Jr. (Marlene) of Grafton.
He was preceded in death by his daughter Sarah Ann "Sis" Napier; parents, Artie R. Sr. and Effie Lee (nee Stephens) Napier; brothers in law Jack Richardson and Bill Moore.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, October 17th at 2:00PM at Cathedral of Life, 5375 Jaycox Road, North Ridgeville. Rev. Mike Payne, Pastor and Rev. Sam Williams will co-officiate.
Private burial will take place in Wayne, West Virginia.
Memorial contributions may be made to Cathedral of Life Benevolence Fund, 5375 Jaycox Rd., North Ridgeville 44039.
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