Memories
I just wanted to add my memories to the numerous great ones that you have already posted on the website. I had the unique position of being Henry's roommate for his first year at Franklin & Marshall College on the third floor of Buchanan. The obvious things I remember about Henry are his smile and his laugh. Both were absolutely infectious. He gave that whole floor a lot to smile about. Whether he was creating dorm sports, rapping the lyrics to Warren G's "Regulators" or B.I.G.'s "Juicy", or just chilling out at a party, Henry was entertaining himself and everyone around him. Even in the midst of a late-night study session or an essay deadline, Henry would joke and laugh and take it all in stride. He used to play the Eagles' "Take It Easy" a lot and that seemed to be his mantra.
Henry was a lot more nuanced though. In the tumult of freshman year, he was a source of comfort to a lot of people on our floor. No matter what the problem, Henry would listen and help out when he could. Henry gave me important emotional support as well. That Thanksgiving break, someone I knew from the cross-country team went off in a boat and never got back to shore. I had known her briefly, but I was pretty devastated by her disappearance. Henry was there when I needed to vent and I appreciated it greatly. I hope that you have provided each other with the same kind of comfort that Henry gave me that freshman year six years ago. My best wishes to all of you. Take care and God bless.
- Josh Goldberg
Henry was a lot more nuanced though. In the tumult of freshman year, he was a source of comfort to a lot of people on our floor. No matter what the problem, Henry would listen and help out when he could. Henry gave me important emotional support as well. That Thanksgiving break, someone I knew from the cross-country team went off in a boat and never got back to shore. I had known her briefly, but I was pretty devastated by her disappearance. Henry was there when I needed to vent and I appreciated it greatly. I hope that you have provided each other with the same kind of comfort that Henry gave me that freshman year six years ago. My best wishes to all of you. Take care and God bless.
- Josh Goldberg
I first met Henry when I was a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy at F&M. He enrolled in my philosophy of law course during the spring 2006 semester. I was struck by his intelligence, eloquence, and affability.
Later, I was the faculty director of Henry's internship at the Legal Services office in Lancaster where my wife was a staff attorney. I know from my wife that the attorneys enjoyed working with Henry; and I enjoyed reading the research that Henry produced that grew out of his time interning.
My last encounter with Henry was when he asked me to write letters of recommendation for him for graduate programs in Public Health. I gladly agreed to do so. The programs he was interested in seemed like a perfect fit given his interests. I was excited for him when he emailed me to let me know that he had been admitted into the program at Dartmouth.
When I learned today from another former student of mine from F&M that Henry had died, I was angry and deeply saddened by the loss of such a wonderful person. Henry was a Mensch. I wish I knew more people like him. He is missed.
-Andrei A. Buckareff, Assistant Professor of Philosophy, Marist College
Later, I was the faculty director of Henry's internship at the Legal Services office in Lancaster where my wife was a staff attorney. I know from my wife that the attorneys enjoyed working with Henry; and I enjoyed reading the research that Henry produced that grew out of his time interning.
My last encounter with Henry was when he asked me to write letters of recommendation for him for graduate programs in Public Health. I gladly agreed to do so. The programs he was interested in seemed like a perfect fit given his interests. I was excited for him when he emailed me to let me know that he had been admitted into the program at Dartmouth.
When I learned today from another former student of mine from F&M that Henry had died, I was angry and deeply saddened by the loss of such a wonderful person. Henry was a Mensch. I wish I knew more people like him. He is missed.
-Andrei A. Buckareff, Assistant Professor of Philosophy, Marist College
I'm writing to express my deepest condolences for your loss. I did not know Henry that well during our time together at F&M and Phi Kappa Tau, but he always had a smile on his face. I remember during some of the tough times of pledging he still took those hardships in stride.
I remember his laugh as a contagious one. Everytime I heard it I couldn't help myself but laugh along...and I can still hear it now as I write.
Regrettably, I won't be able to attend this weekend's services, but my thoughts will be with you, Henry and his close friends that he and I shared. I would like to have more information on the fund you are establishing for idiopathic autoimmune hemolytic anemia as I intend to make a contribution in Henry's name.
- Drew Kenney, F&M / Phi Tau '05
I remember his laugh as a contagious one. Everytime I heard it I couldn't help myself but laugh along...and I can still hear it now as I write.
Regrettably, I won't be able to attend this weekend's services, but my thoughts will be with you, Henry and his close friends that he and I shared. I would like to have more information on the fund you are establishing for idiopathic autoimmune hemolytic anemia as I intend to make a contribution in Henry's name.
- Drew Kenney, F&M / Phi Tau '05
While I did not know Henry personally I wanted to write something in this place of remembering.
As the Chaplain of the College I believe that the energy one person brings to a community contributes to the well being of all. I know that there are people who met Henry at F&M. They valued their relationships with him and he will live in their minds and in their hearts. Thank you for sharing him with the world.
Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Blessings and Peace,
from The Rev. Susan A. Minasian, Franklin & Marshall
As the Chaplain of the College I believe that the energy one person brings to a community contributes to the well being of all. I know that there are people who met Henry at F&M. They valued their relationships with him and he will live in their minds and in their hearts. Thank you for sharing him with the world.
Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Blessings and Peace,
from The Rev. Susan A. Minasian, Franklin & Marshall
I am a fraternity brother of Henry at Franklin and Marshall College. I remember Henry from my college years. Henry was one of the main reasons I joined Phi Kappa Tau and it is because of him and his influence that my college years were the best of my life. Henry also was the owner of Mason, and as most of those close to him know, Mason was one of Henrys best friends and the original Fraternity Dog. Henry was an amazingly insightful person, always open to a serious conversation and giving advice or a simple telling of humorous stories and having fun. Henry made my college experience what it was. Goodbye Henry, you are missed.
In Phi,
Matthew Roscher, Class of '09
In Phi,
Matthew Roscher, Class of '09
I'm one of Henry's older fraternity brothers (class of '03 and a half). Henry and I got along right off the bat because we both enjoyed the band Phish. Although we weren't in the same circle of friends, Henry always struck me as a class act and a genuinely nice person. In a place like a college campus - where egos collide and petty grudges can surface - you never heard about Henry being involved in any of that nonsense. As far as my circle of '03 friends goes, he was one of the best young additions to the fraternity while we were there. It's rare when you put 30-40 young men in one house that they all agree on something, but it was unanimous... everyone liked Henry.
I usually wouldn't write something like this, but I think it may be comforting to know that there are countless amounts of people, like myself, who Henry has touched in a positive way that his family has never even met... and you're in all of our thoughts and prayers.
- Alex Nanfara, Franklin & Marshall '03
I usually wouldn't write something like this, but I think it may be comforting to know that there are countless amounts of people, like myself, who Henry has touched in a positive way that his family has never even met... and you're in all of our thoughts and prayers.
- Alex Nanfara, Franklin & Marshall '03
Henry was a great guy. I remember something that I saw in him from the first time I met him, a purely genuine nature. Not only was this evident in his personal beliefs and core values, but it was also a trait he was able to evoke from those around him, regardless of their individual differences. He had an innate ability to carry on the same genuine persona amongst a widely diverse group of people while relating to each individual on a personal basis. Because of this genuine nature, Henry also helped many people throughout the course of his life, whether it be a classmate, frat brother, professor, or even just an acquaintance he had met a few times in passing. Henry has made a positive impact on many lives, without even thinking twice about the good deed he was doing---that is the type of person Henry was. Henry will be sorely missed by those who have gotten to know him during his 25 years. Henry, see you on the otherside man.
- Anish M Kurian, Franklin & Marshall College Class of 2007
- Anish M Kurian, Franklin & Marshall College Class of 2007
I remember Henry fondly from his time at Franklin and Marshall College. He was a major in our program in Scientific and Philosophical Studies of Mind and was the sort of student we prize for his remarkable ability to bring psychology and philosophy together in ways that challenged everyone in class -- including his professors. Throughout our lofty intellectual discussions, he would always bring us back to earth with his keen appreciation of their relevance for everyday life. His engaging warmth and lively good humor will be sorely missed.
- Bennett Helm, Professor at Franklin & Marshall
- Bennett Helm, Professor at Franklin & Marshall
I was the year below Henry at Franklin and Marshall, we lived across the hall from each other at the fraternity during Fall '07 when he was finishing up at F&M. He was an all around amazing person and it is still hard to grasp the fact that he is gone. I took this picture when his class graduated in Spring '07. He will be missed greatly by all of us at F&M, especially by his fraternity brothers that were lucky enough to get to know him so well.
- from Michael Bollbach, Franklin & Marshall
- from Michael Bollbach, Franklin & Marshall
Henry was truly someone special. He reminded me of a big teddy bear - sweet, caring, and full of life. He was a great friend and fraternity brother to my friends at Phi Kappa Tau as well as a wonderful boyfriend to my friend, Hilary.
I am deeply saddened and my thoughts and prayers go out to everyone that has had the privilege of knowing and loving Henry.
- Lauren Capuano, F&M Class of 2005
I am deeply saddened and my thoughts and prayers go out to everyone that has had the privilege of knowing and loving Henry.
- Lauren Capuano, F&M Class of 2005