James Henry Jr
Age - 71
December 8, 2023
James J. Henry, Jr. (Jim), age 71, died on Tuesday morning, December 5, 2023, with his wife at his side. He was born on July 16, 1952, in Louisville, Ky, to James J. Henry Sr. and Ann Montgomery Henry. He attended St Aloysius Elementary, graduated from St Xavier High School in 1970 and was educated at JCC Culinary School. Jim also learned how to cook at Hasenour's and Jack Fry's restaurants. Jim was married to his wife, Jean Marlatt Henry for 43 years and was a devoted and loving husband and father to three children and six grandchildren. In addition to his great love for his family, Jim was passionate about food and was Chef/Owner of The Winery, The Old House, Twice Told Coffee Shop, and the City Cafe restaurants. He nurtured people through food. His father-in-law Chuck once said, "I would rather eat at Jim's table than dine at the finest restaurants in France. " He was a voracious reader and storyteller and made a significant impact on so many people throughout our community. Jim loved nature and took walks daily in the parks and neighborhoods of Louisville. He cherished his bonsai collection and often created beautiful and whimsical art from stones, metal scraps, and wood found during his walks. His knowledge of history, world cultures, science and people were vast. He is survived by his wife, Jean Henry, his children, Amy Henry, Emily Kirchdorfer, and Patrick Henry, his father, James J. Henry Sr. , siblings, Kitty Henry, Margaret Anderson, Sally Wright, Gene Henry, Joe Henry, five grandchildren, Austin, Kate, Zoe, Sarah, Kai, and Lily and two great grandchildren, Lillianna, and Ambrosio. Family, friends, and all who knew Jim are invited to the Bosse Funeral Home, 1355 Ellison Ave. , Louisville Ky, from 2:00pm - 8:00pm on Monday 12/11/23, to honor Jim's life. A short memorial service will start at 6:00 pm. Expressions of sympathy can be made to American Cancer Society, 900 E. Main St. , Louisville, KY 40206.Show more
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