In Memory Of
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Laverne M. Lierz Henry
Seneca, Kansas
01/21/1934 - 05/05/2025
Laverne Mary “Lierz” Henry, 91, of Seneca, Kansas, passed away peacefully on the morning of May 5, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on January 21, 1934 south of Baileyville, to Mathias and Mary (Bergman) Lierz, Laverne was a devout Catholic whose faith guided her throughout her life. She graduated from Sts. Peter & Paul High School in Seneca in 1951 and began working in the office of Seneca Wholesale Co. On June 6, 1955, she married Arlen Henry at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church. The couple lived in Kansas City, Kansas, where Laverne worked in the office of Sunshine Biscuits until 1957.
Laverne and Arlen welcomed three children—Steve, Sue, and Russ—and in 1962, they returned to Seneca. Their fourth child, Jason, was born in 1972. Laverne devoted herself to raising her family and later worked in the Henry Insurance Agency, a business she and Arlen purchased from Ed and Josephine Grollmes. In 1988, with her longtime friend Audrey Mueting, Laverne started Kids and Company, a children’s clothing store, which they operated for three years.
A woman of many talents, Laverne enjoyed golfing, playing Bridge, and creating beautiful oil paintings of landscapes and still lifes. Above all, she cherished her time with family, leaving a legacy of love, creativity, and community, including contributing as a member of Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church Altar Society.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Mathias on January 11, 2004 and Mary Lierz on November 15, 1969; an infant brother Mathias on February 22, 1936; and her son, Steve Henry, on March 18, 2021.
Laverne is survived by her husband, Arlen Henry; her children, Sue Henry of Overland Park, KS, Russ (Sherry) Henry of Wichita, KS, and Jason (Janel) Henry of Wichita, KS; daughter-in-law, Becky Henry of Emporia; 11 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and her loving sister, Darlene Rethman.
A rosary will be on Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 7 P.M. at the Lauer Funeral Home in Seneca. The Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 AM Friday, May 9, 2025 at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Seneca. The burial will be in the church cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be given to Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church or School.
A rosary will be on Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 7 P.M. at the Lauer Funeral Home in Seneca.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 AM Friday, May 9, 2025 at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Seneca. The burial will be in the church cemetery.
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Russ, I’m sorry to her about your mother passing. May she RIP.
Russ Sue Jason sorry to her of your Mom’s passing. She allwasy made me fill welcome when I would go over to play growing up.
Laverne was such a kind and gentle lady. I always looked forward to her coming in the salon and getting to chat with her. What a sweet soul. My deepest sympathies to all of the family.
A beautiful lady who was so warm and loving to everyone. Enjoyed visiting with her after Mass on Sundays while she was still able to come. Always asking about family as my brothers and sisters some of them grew up with the Henry’s children. I became in contact moreso with Laverne when I cared for her father, Matt Lierz in his home as he aged. She truly showed her love for him and his needs. It was a special time to care for Matt and get to know Laverne and Arlyn. May you Rest in Peace Laverne as you will be sadly missed. Arlen, Sue, Russ and Jason and Steve’s families know that you have our sympathy and peace in Laverne’s passing. Betty and Mike Haug