Gerald Keith McHenry, 86, of Cheyenne, died on Friday, January 6, 2017 at the VA Hospital.
He was born on October 21, 1930 in Bridgeport, Nebraska.
Mr. McHenry was a switchman/brakeman for UPRR from 1952-1990. He was a member of the American Legion Post 6 and VFW Post’s 1881 and 4343. He enjoyed the mountains, playing cards, and family barbeques, but most of all he enjoyed and loved his grandchildren.
He is survived by a son, LTC William McHenry, USA (Ret.) (Susie) of Cheyenne; a daughter, Dephne Garcia (Johnnie) of Cheyenne; ten grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
Mr. McHenry was preceded in death by his parents, Bruce and Julia McHenry; daughter, Debra Ornelas; grandson, Brian Caleb Alonzo; brother, Bill McHenry; and three sisters, Eloise Scott, Irene Warner, and Jody Kunkel.
Private family services will be held.
Friends who wish may visit his webpage at wrcfuneral.com.