Augustus Gus Clay Henry, 62, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, January 7, 2008. He died at home with his wife at his side after a short battle with cancer. Born in Hamlet, NC., he was a son of the late Fred and Gladys Henry. Mr. Henry was an alumnus of WesternContinue Reading
Wayne Terry
left a message on August 7, 2016:
Wow, Gus and I met between our 8th & 9th grade years at Camp Don Lee. We used to see each other through high school playing baseball. Knew a number of his friends at Western.
Woodie Dioxn
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Gus became my friend back in the early 1960's in Cullowhee. Whenever I attended a Western Carolina football game, I knew I would see Gus! He made a lot more of them than me. What a loyal supporter! It's a shame he did not live to see if the new coa
Steve Jones
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Suzanne, Sandy and I were saddened to hear of "Trucker's" death. We are so sorry and will be keeping you and the family in our thoughts and prayers. Steve Jones
Shonda
left a message on March 6, 2015:
My thoughts are prayers are with you. Much love, Shonda Smith
Sherry Carlson
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Dear Suzanne, Phil and I are holding you in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for the loss of your dear Gus. I know your faith in God and the love of family and friends will sustain you now and in the days to come. I regret that I can't be wit
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Sharon Edge
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Suzanne, May the God of all peace comfort you during these days and the days to come. I am so sorry for your loss. Each time I saw Gus at school he was always smiling. What a sweet memory! Please know I am praying for you. Much love, Sharon Edge
Sandy & Larry Shealy
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Suzanne, We are so sorry to hear about Gus. Our Aloette Cosmetics family sends you our thoughts and prayers. Gus was always so much fun and so outgoing! You two really were a special couple.
Ronnie and Paula Henderson
left a message on March 6, 2015:
We were saddened to hear of Gus's death and our thoughts and prayers are with you. We have known Gus since college days at WCU; we always looked forward to seeing him at the football games. He will be missed by so many Catamount fans.
RONNIE & LYNN ALBRIGHT
left a message on March 6, 2015:
DEAR SUZANNE RONNIE AND I WERE BOTH SADDENED TO HEAR THAT GUS HAD PASSED AWAY. YOU ARE BEING LIFTED UP IN OUR PRAYERS. HOW ARE YOU AND HIS FAMIY DOING? PLEASE CALL IF YOU NEED TO TALK OR NEED ANYTHING AT ALL. THROW YOURSELF IN THE PSALMS BECAUSE GOD WI
Rita Woody
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Mrs. Henry, Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time. Love, Rita Woody
Richard McClellan
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Gus was one of the greatest friends that a person could have. I will miss with all my heart.
Rhonda Folmer
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Dear Suzanne, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I know that this is a difficult time. Please let people who care about you know how we can help you through this time. Let me know if you need anything.
Phil Osborne
left a message on March 6, 2015:
I had not seen nor heard from Gus since our days at WCU when about 2 years ago I received an e-mail from him saying that he had seen my name on various e-mails to Gene Rowland and he wondered if I was the same person he had gone to school with. I replied
Phil Martin
left a message on March 6, 2015:
My wife and I got to know Gus at the baseball games last year.He was a pleasure to chat with and a big part of the game atmosphere.Gus will be missed in a huge way this year.No matter where we traveled, I knew he would be one of the first supporters there
Paul and Nora
left a message on March 6, 2015:
A true Catamount of legenday proportions. Stories will be told at tailgates for years to come. Gus you will be greatly missed by the Catamount Nation. Suzanne - God bless you and the Henry family. We love you.
NORMAN WEST
left a message on March 6, 2015:
My grand daddy explained to me the worth of a man. He said that after a man was gone and the memory of him brought a tear or a smile, then he had been a good man...........enough said.
Nelson Bumgarner
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Mrs. Henry and Family, I had a chance to get to know Gus while working in the Athletic Dept at Western. Gus was a great fan but most importantly he was great person and a pleasure to be around. I'll never forget my trip with Gus and Steve White to a
Natalie Martin
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Suzanne, My heart goes out to you and your family. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Nancy McInnis Vandett
left a message on March 6, 2015:
I am so sorry to hear of Gus's death. Gus and I were not only classmates and neighborhood pals, but I was also his girlfriend for a year or so in high school. We used to date with Sammy and Jennie Lou. One time, we all went to the county fair in Hamlet
mike pannell
left a message on March 6, 2015:
he was a great american, friend, and dedicated husband....we will miss his always positive enthusiasm.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Matthew, Nina & Drew Chadwick
left a message on March 6, 2015:
We will truly miss Gus and the stories he shared. He was always good to me and my family and I'm a better man for knowing him! May God's peace and love be evident to those he cherished and left behind! Our prayers are with Suzanne and his family during
Marvin Johnson
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Mrs Henry, I wanted to let you know how sorry I am for your loss. When I moved in, 216 Gus was the only one who spoke to me and always spoke when we saw each other. The world, on our street, was a friendlier place with Gus here. If you need anything, pl
Lisa Talbert
left a message on March 6, 2015:
I am so sorry Suzanne.....You and the family are in my prayers. Please contact me if you need anything at all.
Linda Hamilton
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Dear Suzanne, I just wanted you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. Linda Hamilton
LESTER LAIL
left a message on March 6, 2015:
HERE AT HAV-A-CUP MR. HENRY WILL SURELY BE MISSED. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY. FROM ALL HIS FRIENDS AT HAV-A-CUP GOD BLESS.
Lenny and Vicky Smathers
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Dear Suzanne, Gus was the most likeable person in the world. I don't know what I'll do when I can't turn around at the football games, find you and Gus in the stands, and get a big smile and thumbs up from him. Western Carolina has lost one of its truly
Kim Spears
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Suzanne, Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ken Teasley
left a message on March 6, 2015:
I am happy to have known Gus for over 40 years. What memories! I am also happy that Gus is no longer in pain and will be watching all the best games from the best seat, above.
Kathy, Gary & Merritt
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Suzanne, We are devastated to hear about Gus. He will truly be missed by everyone that knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Football games just will not be the same without him. We love you and wish you the best in these trying times.
Karl Lail
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Suzanne, Gus was one that would bring a smile to everyone he came incontact with !!! I am blessed to have worked with Gus and will miss his great attitude,smile and jokes. My heart goes out to you and your family. I will keep you in my thoughts and pra
Joy and Scott George
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Suzanne, We were saddened to hear that Gus lost his battle with cancer, and sorry that we cannot be there to help comfort you. You will be in our prayers during these difficult and dark hours. Love in Christ, Scott and Joy George
Jonathan Jorstad
left a message on March 6, 2015:
I am very honored to have known Gus. He was always the life of the tailgate or any WCU event. He will be deeply missed.
Jim & Katie Allman
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Suzanne, WCU and your entire family have truly lost MR CATAMOUNT. We were fortunate to enjoy some great tailgate parties over the years. God Bless
JaneTeasley
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Suzanne, my heart goes out to you and your family. I do know to some extent what you are going through. It helped me to keep this thought ......."There is no death, only a change of worlds." Football at WCU will not be the same. I will keep you in my thou
J. B. & Marie Trotter
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Suzanne, Marie and I are grieving with you. We lost a great friend and he will never be forgotton! My goal will be to see that Gus is remembered as one of the greatest fans ever for Western Carolina University. Your friends, J. B. & Marie Trotter
Hunter Reid
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Had the pleasure of meeting Gus approximately 20 years ago through our mutual love of Southern Conference athletics: his Western Carolina and mine Furman. We teased each other many times to the point of laughter about who was better! I always appreciat
Glenn A. Goss
left a message on March 6, 2015:
When Dickie Sells emailed me to tell me of the passing of Gus, my heart fell all the way to the floor. Gus made my 4 years at Western Carolina University one of the most enjoyable experiences of my life. After college we lost track of each other. 39 years
Ellen Small
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Suzanne, I am so sorry for your loss. You and Gus were such a special couple. I pray that God will heal your heart and mend your spirits. You are truly a dear friend. I love you. Ellen
Doug Yount
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Gus was a true pleasure to have known in his time in the Hickory area. May God bless.
Dick & Judi Sells
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Suzanne, I am so sorry for your loss. For the 55 plus years that I have known Gus, I can honestly say that no one made as many friends as he did. I am so grateful to have been fortunate enough to grow up with Gus, those memories are priceless.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Danielle Holt
left a message on March 6, 2015:
I am so sorry for your loss.
Buzz Cashion
left a message on March 6, 2015:
My sympathies to you and the family. I attended WCU with Gus and spent many hours with him and our friends while there. Never saw him without a smile on his face and I'm sure he is smiling now. I put his obit on my fraternity website as many of us knew
Bruce Kullman
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Suzanne, I was shocked to hear about Gus' death as I did not even know he had been sick. My deepest sympathy goes to you and your children. I thought the world of Gus and my family will pray for you all. The Catamounts have lost one of their great supp
Bob Folsom
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Suzanne and boys. Kay and I want to let you know that Gus was very special to us both and we will miss him terribly. Please allow God to help you cope with this tremendous loss. Our loss is God's gain, as he is with our lord. GOD BLESS YOU ALL. Bob
Bob Edwards
left a message on March 6, 2015:
My prayers are with you during this tough time. Gus was one of those special "buddies" from WCU that you never forget. I guess we went 20 years or so not seeing each other & when we did, it was like we had talked yesterday. He will be missed and left a
Bill Price
left a message on March 6, 2015:
I'm sorry that I was unable to attend Gus' funeral. Gus was one of the finest athletes I coached in Ellerbe. He was one of many young people I had the pleasure working with. I wish you and all of the family members a very blessed future. If there is a
left a message:
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Wayne Terry
left a message on August 7, 2016:
Wow, Gus and I met between our 8th & 9th grade years at Camp Don Lee. We used to see each other through high school playing baseball. Knew a number of his friends at Western.
Woodie Dioxn
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Gus became my friend back in the early 1960's in Cullowhee. Whenever I attended a Western Carolina football game, I knew I would see Gus! He made a lot more of them than me. What a loyal supporter! It's a shame he did not live to see if the new coa
Steve Jones
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Suzanne, Sandy and I were saddened to hear of "Trucker's" death. We are so sorry and will be keeping you and the family in our thoughts and prayers. Steve Jones
Shonda
left a message on March 6, 2015:
My thoughts are prayers are with you. Much love, Shonda Smith
Sherry Carlson
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Dear Suzanne, Phil and I are holding you in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for the loss of your dear Gus. I know your faith in God and the love of family and friends will sustain you now and in the days to come. I regret that I can't be wit
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Sharon Edge
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Suzanne, May the God of all peace comfort you during these days and the days to come. I am so sorry for your loss. Each time I saw Gus at school he was always smiling. What a sweet memory! Please know I am praying for you. Much love, Sharon Edge
Sandy & Larry Shealy
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Suzanne, We are so sorry to hear about Gus. Our Aloette Cosmetics family sends you our thoughts and prayers. Gus was always so much fun and so outgoing! You two really were a special couple.
Ronnie and Paula Henderson
left a message on March 6, 2015:
We were saddened to hear of Gus's death and our thoughts and prayers are with you. We have known Gus since college days at WCU; we always looked forward to seeing him at the football games. He will be missed by so many Catamount fans.
RONNIE & LYNN ALBRIGHT
left a message on March 6, 2015:
DEAR SUZANNE RONNIE AND I WERE BOTH SADDENED TO HEAR THAT GUS HAD PASSED AWAY. YOU ARE BEING LIFTED UP IN OUR PRAYERS. HOW ARE YOU AND HIS FAMIY DOING? PLEASE CALL IF YOU NEED TO TALK OR NEED ANYTHING AT ALL. THROW YOURSELF IN THE PSALMS BECAUSE GOD WI
Rita Woody
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Mrs. Henry, Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time. Love, Rita Woody
Richard McClellan
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Gus was one of the greatest friends that a person could have. I will miss with all my heart.
Rhonda Folmer
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Dear Suzanne, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I know that this is a difficult time. Please let people who care about you know how we can help you through this time. Let me know if you need anything.
Phil Osborne
left a message on March 6, 2015:
I had not seen nor heard from Gus since our days at WCU when about 2 years ago I received an e-mail from him saying that he had seen my name on various e-mails to Gene Rowland and he wondered if I was the same person he had gone to school with. I replied
Phil Martin
left a message on March 6, 2015:
My wife and I got to know Gus at the baseball games last year.He was a pleasure to chat with and a big part of the game atmosphere.Gus will be missed in a huge way this year.No matter where we traveled, I knew he would be one of the first supporters there
Paul and Nora
left a message on March 6, 2015:
A true Catamount of legenday proportions. Stories will be told at tailgates for years to come. Gus you will be greatly missed by the Catamount Nation. Suzanne - God bless you and the Henry family. We love you.
NORMAN WEST
left a message on March 6, 2015:
My grand daddy explained to me the worth of a man. He said that after a man was gone and the memory of him brought a tear or a smile, then he had been a good man...........enough said.
Nelson Bumgarner
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Mrs. Henry and Family, I had a chance to get to know Gus while working in the Athletic Dept at Western. Gus was a great fan but most importantly he was great person and a pleasure to be around. I'll never forget my trip with Gus and Steve White to a
Natalie Martin
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Suzanne, My heart goes out to you and your family. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Nancy McInnis Vandett
left a message on March 6, 2015:
I am so sorry to hear of Gus's death. Gus and I were not only classmates and neighborhood pals, but I was also his girlfriend for a year or so in high school. We used to date with Sammy and Jennie Lou. One time, we all went to the county fair in Hamlet
mike pannell
left a message on March 6, 2015:
he was a great american, friend, and dedicated husband....we will miss his always positive enthusiasm.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Matthew, Nina & Drew Chadwick
left a message on March 6, 2015:
We will truly miss Gus and the stories he shared. He was always good to me and my family and I'm a better man for knowing him! May God's peace and love be evident to those he cherished and left behind! Our prayers are with Suzanne and his family during
Marvin Johnson
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Mrs Henry, I wanted to let you know how sorry I am for your loss. When I moved in, 216 Gus was the only one who spoke to me and always spoke when we saw each other. The world, on our street, was a friendlier place with Gus here. If you need anything, pl
Lisa Talbert
left a message on March 6, 2015:
I am so sorry Suzanne.....You and the family are in my prayers. Please contact me if you need anything at all.
Linda Hamilton
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Dear Suzanne, I just wanted you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. Linda Hamilton
LESTER LAIL
left a message on March 6, 2015:
HERE AT HAV-A-CUP MR. HENRY WILL SURELY BE MISSED. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY. FROM ALL HIS FRIENDS AT HAV-A-CUP GOD BLESS.
Lenny and Vicky Smathers
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Dear Suzanne, Gus was the most likeable person in the world. I don't know what I'll do when I can't turn around at the football games, find you and Gus in the stands, and get a big smile and thumbs up from him. Western Carolina has lost one of its truly
Kim Spears
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Suzanne, Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ken Teasley
left a message on March 6, 2015:
I am happy to have known Gus for over 40 years. What memories! I am also happy that Gus is no longer in pain and will be watching all the best games from the best seat, above.
Kathy, Gary & Merritt
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Suzanne, We are devastated to hear about Gus. He will truly be missed by everyone that knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Football games just will not be the same without him. We love you and wish you the best in these trying times.
Karl Lail
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Suzanne, Gus was one that would bring a smile to everyone he came incontact with !!! I am blessed to have worked with Gus and will miss his great attitude,smile and jokes. My heart goes out to you and your family. I will keep you in my thoughts and pra
Joy and Scott George
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Suzanne, We were saddened to hear that Gus lost his battle with cancer, and sorry that we cannot be there to help comfort you. You will be in our prayers during these difficult and dark hours. Love in Christ, Scott and Joy George
Jonathan Jorstad
left a message on March 6, 2015:
I am very honored to have known Gus. He was always the life of the tailgate or any WCU event. He will be deeply missed.
Jim & Katie Allman
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Suzanne, WCU and your entire family have truly lost MR CATAMOUNT. We were fortunate to enjoy some great tailgate parties over the years. God Bless
JaneTeasley
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Suzanne, my heart goes out to you and your family. I do know to some extent what you are going through. It helped me to keep this thought ......."There is no death, only a change of worlds." Football at WCU will not be the same. I will keep you in my thou
J. B. & Marie Trotter
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Suzanne, Marie and I are grieving with you. We lost a great friend and he will never be forgotton! My goal will be to see that Gus is remembered as one of the greatest fans ever for Western Carolina University. Your friends, J. B. & Marie Trotter
Hunter Reid
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Had the pleasure of meeting Gus approximately 20 years ago through our mutual love of Southern Conference athletics: his Western Carolina and mine Furman. We teased each other many times to the point of laughter about who was better! I always appreciat
Glenn A. Goss
left a message on March 6, 2015:
When Dickie Sells emailed me to tell me of the passing of Gus, my heart fell all the way to the floor. Gus made my 4 years at Western Carolina University one of the most enjoyable experiences of my life. After college we lost track of each other. 39 years
Ellen Small
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Suzanne, I am so sorry for your loss. You and Gus were such a special couple. I pray that God will heal your heart and mend your spirits. You are truly a dear friend. I love you. Ellen
Doug Yount
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Gus was a true pleasure to have known in his time in the Hickory area. May God bless.
Dick & Judi Sells
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Suzanne, I am so sorry for your loss. For the 55 plus years that I have known Gus, I can honestly say that no one made as many friends as he did. I am so grateful to have been fortunate enough to grow up with Gus, those memories are priceless.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Danielle Holt
left a message on March 6, 2015:
I am so sorry for your loss.
Buzz Cashion
left a message on March 6, 2015:
My sympathies to you and the family. I attended WCU with Gus and spent many hours with him and our friends while there. Never saw him without a smile on his face and I'm sure he is smiling now. I put his obit on my fraternity website as many of us knew
Bruce Kullman
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Suzanne, I was shocked to hear about Gus' death as I did not even know he had been sick. My deepest sympathy goes to you and your children. I thought the world of Gus and my family will pray for you all. The Catamounts have lost one of their great supp
Bob Folsom
left a message on March 6, 2015:
Suzanne and boys. Kay and I want to let you know that Gus was very special to us both and we will miss him terribly. Please allow God to help you cope with this tremendous loss. Our loss is God's gain, as he is with our lord. GOD BLESS YOU ALL. Bob
Bob Edwards
left a message on March 6, 2015:
My prayers are with you during this tough time. Gus was one of those special "buddies" from WCU that you never forget. I guess we went 20 years or so not seeing each other & when we did, it was like we had talked yesterday. He will be missed and left a
Bill Price
left a message on March 6, 2015:
I'm sorry that I was unable to attend Gus' funeral. Gus was one of the finest athletes I coached in Ellerbe. He was one of many young people I had the pleasure working with. I wish you and all of the family members a very blessed future. If there is a
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