Darold Henry Obituary (2022)

WATCH LIVE FUNERAL STREAM HERE (11:00 AM MST) "Coach" Darold Dee Henry died of a heart attack on Friday, January 21, 2022. His loss was unexpected as his family, friends and community were shocked and saddened. Coach Henry was a beloved man and true legend to so many that knew him. He was a loving and compassionate husband, father, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend! Darold is survived by his loving wife Belva Henry who was his everything! He married Belva (Bel) on June 6, 1965 in Gering, Nebraska. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Provo LDS Temple in 1973. His sons were Chad, Darrin and Tony. They were all fortunate and blessed to be adopted by the man who was their hero and their mother who gave anything and everything for them. His family includes: Children Chad (LeeAnn), Darrin (Joy) and Tony. Grandchildren: Payton, Brooks, Gabrielle, Mason, Jackson (Morgan), Kristofer; Great Grandchildren: Jake, Jordan and Sterling; Siblings: Anita, Larry, Chuck, Judy, Gary, Betty Jean, Gail, Deborah, Delphine, Kristy, Marcia, and Kim. Coach Henry was born on June 13, 1943 in Denver Colorado to Phyllis Jean Walters and Charles Henry Jr. He was raised in Kearney and Scottsbluff Nebraska. He attended Lamar Junior College and then went on to attend Brigham Young University, both on wrestling scholarships. Coach Henry then became a teacher and coach at Pleasant Grove High where he lived in the community for the rest of his life. He was the head wrestling coach and helped with football and track as well. As a wrestling coach, he created a dynasty that won several state championships and had many individual state champions. Coach Henry was elected into the Wrestling Hall of Fame three separate times as a wrestler, coach and NCAA referee. Darold was also a Golden Gloves Boxing Champion, State Champion in the mile run, alternate on the 1968 Olympic Wrestling team, Captain for the Pleasant Grove Fire Department, along with being a Bishop and Stake President for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Darold loved to spend time with his family and made them all feel like he was their best friend. He will be truly missed and his life of service and compassion will be revered forever to those who were touched by his heart! Darold was a true angel from heaven that blessed our lives with love and actions. This can only be explained by the tens of thousands of people who have continually reached out to share their love and stories of Coach throughout his lifetime. We hope he is now in the big, loving arms of his son Tony! Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 29, 2022 at 11:00 am in the Pleasant Grove Stake Center, 275 East 500 South, Pleasant Grove. Family and friends may attend a viewing Friday evening from 6-8 pm at the Pleasant Grove Stake Center and also on Saturday from 9:00-10:45 am prior to funeral services. Interment will be in the Pleasant Grove City Cemetery under the direction of Olpin Family Mortuary, Pleasant Grove. We love you and will forever be grateful that we were lucky enough to know you! Heaven just got one of the most loving and respected figures the world has ever seen. Tears of sadness and joy will forever follow your great name! Darold Dee Henry you are an inspiration to all, coach to thousands, friend to anyone, and soul of the community that loves you so much! God's speed and heavens blessings to you!!!! Until we meet again! In lieu of flowers, please donate to the restoration of the "G" on the mountain. Follow the link provided below.