RONALD MCHENRY

Ronald G. McHenry, 71, of Las Vegas, passed away June 6, 2018. Ronald was proceeded in death by his father, Russell McHenry; his mother, Lillian (Zaleta) McHenry; and his sister, Mary Alice (McHenry) Martine. He is survived by his four children, Debby McHenry of Las Vegas, Greg (Sylwia) McHenry of Oak Lawn, Illinois, Frank McHenry of Calumet City, Illinois, and Ellen McHenry of Branford, Connecticut; four grandchildren, Magdalena, Stephin, Kira and Ela; and brother, Robert (Kathie) McHenry of Kouts, Indiana. Ronald went to school in Calumet City, Illinois, graduating TF North High School and went on to Lewis University. He received his Bachelor’s degree in Social Justice, International Terrorism and Social Control and graduated with a Master’s degree in Social Justice. While working in the Master’s program, he attended Lewis University Law School and Medical School. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War, serving as a combat paratrooper from 1965-1969, wounded in action March 30, 1969 and received the Purple Heart after two voluntary tours. He was a life member of the VFW Post 8141 and was a participant since the age of 14. He was a member of their Drum and Bugle Corp., winning several awards in different marching competitions. He was also a proud member of American Legion Post 330, AmVets Post 41 and DAV Post 14. He was a retired Calumet City police officer with 24 years of service. Memorial gathering will be noon-3 p.m. Saturday, August 4, at VFW Post 8141, 644 Hirsch St., Calumet City, IL 60409. In lieu of flowers, a donation in his name to VFW Post 8141 would be appreciated.