Kenrick Henry

Fernando, Trinidad. In 1972 Kenrick and his family migrated to Jersey City. Kenrick spent his teenage

years in Jersey City. He attended and graduated from Lincoln High School. The family eventually moved

to Hillside and that was his home until he enlisted in the United States Army.

The Army took Kenrick to Panama, Kentucky, and Oklahoma just to name a few places. While in the

military he served as an Honor Guard for the late President Ronald Reagan. Kenrick took pride in being a

veteran and whenever things got tough, we would chant “Army Strong” to lift his spirit. Kenrick Henry

served his country from 1979 to 1984 and received an Honorable Discharge.

After being discharged from the military, Kenrick relocated back home to New Jersey. Kenrick’s military

experience equipped him with skills necessary to become a master mechanic. He worked for Highway

Towing Co. Jersey City, N.J., for many years before eventually retiring due to health concerns.

In the early 70's Kenrick met Marie A. Barnes, whom he eventually married (January 13, 1983) and the

pair had 2 children. They welcomed their first child Jasmine into the world in 1986. Jasmine was a

daddy’s girl who adored her father. In 1989, their son Anthony was born. The father and son duo were

inseparable. Kenrick and Marie spent 37 years together. The couple endured times that were good,

trying, along with the loss of a child but their bond remained solid. Kenrick adored his grandson Kyel

Karlik Barskdale. He also raised and cared for his bonus children Shamina and Shamika Glover along with his bonus grandchildren Yasim and Ibn Hall, Yasmeen Canty, and Azzurai Rainey.

On April 22, 2020 our hero loss his courageous battle at Morristown Memorial Hospital. Our hearts are

shattered because our comedian, cook, chauffeur, and best friend departed this life. Until the very end

Kenrick remained a rock that his family could lean on. He exuded strength, courage, and wisdom from

his hospital bed. When we became weak, he would encourage us to push forward. His advice was

unmatched, and he will remain our guiding light.

Kenrick Selwyn Henry, affectionately known as Pop Pop was a son, brother, husband, father,

grandfather, uncle, cousin, and friend to many. He’s welcomed into Heaven by his son Anthony Karlik

Henry, Mrs. Angela Henry (mother), Mr. Joel Henry (brother), Mrs. Jacqueline John (sister) along with a

host of family members that departed this life too soon.

Mr. Kenrick S. Henry is survived by Marie A. Henry (wife), Jasmine Jacole Henry (daughter), Kyel K.

Barksdale (grandson), Mr. Kenroy Henry (father), Mr. Allan Henry (brother), Ms. Kathleen Henry (sister),

and Ms. Arlene Henry(sister). Mark T. Barnes and Robert John (Brother-in-Laws). Along with many nieces and nephews and cousins.