Henry Emile Enete Sr.
1944 - 2024
Henry E. Enete, Sr. "Papaw" a resident of Daphne, AL passed away on December 9, 2024, at the age of 80. He was born May 16, 1944, to Clement E. Enete, Jr. and Lula Lucy Enete in West Monroe, LA.
Henry was preceded in death by his adoring wife of 58 years, Katy Roberts Enete, and parents Clement Emile Enete, Jr. and Lula Lucy Enete.
He was a native of West Monroe, LA, where after graduating high school he attended Northeast Louisiana University and then married the love of his life, Katy Roberts Enete. They were residents of Baton Rouge, LA where they raised their two children. They later moved residence to Daphne, AL where he resided the last 16 years.
Henry is survived by his children, Henry "Hank" Enete, Jr. (Monique), Katy "Cherea" Schellhase (Andrew); his grandchildren Kacie White (Michael), Cody Enete, Grant Schellhase (partner Brooke), Austin Schellhase, and William Schellhase; great grandsons, Noble Kirst and Archer Emile White; great granddaughter, Bailey Kate Schellhase; sister Sondra White; sisters-in-law, Sonda Ann Womack, Lynette Roberts, Barbara Roberts, and Sandy Roberts; many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Henry retired from BASF Chemical Plant in Geismar, LA. He enjoyed adventures and was a world traveler, having spent time working in Saudi Arabia, China, and Taiwan. Closer to home, you could find Henry in the woods riding his dirt bike or at the ballfield cheering on his grandchildren. He was an avid LSU fan and enjoyed watching sports. He also enjoyed watching the sunsets over the lake at his fishing and hunting camp. He attended Jubilee Baptist Church in Daphne, AL and was involved in the Sunday School class. More than anything, Henry loved his family with his whole heart.
A memorial service will be held on March 22, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Chatham Community Church located at 902 Chatham Ave, Chatham, LA. Afterward, burial to take place at Zoar Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations be made in Henry's memory to your favorite charitable organization.
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