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Henry Jennings
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Nominated by Kris Kos Lecca for a Hometown Hero Award
Reminder Publications, February 4, 2008
Henry Jennings has served his country in both the Air Force and in the Army. His wife Wilma also served in the Army. When they finished their tours they came to Holyoke where Wilma taught school and Henry worked for O'Connell Construction. They raised two beautiful daughters and were very active in our community. They were both active members of the NAACP until Wilma's passing. Henry was the first Afro-American to serve on the Holyoke City Council. He has been a member of American Legion Post 25 for over 40 years, serving as a Post Commander, County Commander, Dept. Sergeant at arms and a National Sergeant at arms. He currently is serving on the War Memorial Commission as Chairman, a non-paying job. His dedication is outstanding. At 83 years old he works everyday at the War Memorial Building donating his time and talents. I can never remember anyone in this community, veteran, church organization; anyone in need that Henry Jennings hasn't helped. He's an outstanding human being and an asset to the city of Holyoke. Did I mention he worked on the project to bring Mikhail Barysnikov to perform at our War Memorial?
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