Judge Paul D. Henry

Judge Paul D. Henry, 76 of Eaton, Ohio died suddenly Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at Kettering Health Preble, Eaton, Ohio. Born May 2, 1948, in Dayton, Ohio he was the son of the late George L. & Martha E. (Cotterman) Henry. He attended Lanier School and graduated from Twin-Valley South School in 1966. He graduated in 1970 from Miami University with a Bachelor of Science Degree; in 1972 Masters of Science and in 1981 Doctor of Jurisprudence Degree from the University of Dayton Law School.

From 1970 to 1978 he taught at Kettering Schools. Member of the Masonic Fellowship Lodge in West Alexandria, Ohio, sons of American Legion Post in West Alexandria, OH. and the Preble County Republican Party.

In 2021 he retired as the Judge of the Eaton Municipal Court, serving the citizens of Preble County. Eaton Mayor Joe Renner presented a resolution by the Eaton City Council to Judge Henry that stated: “Whereas Judge Paul D. Henry has honored the City of Eaton, Preble County, Ohio with his 30 years of service on the bench of the Eaton Municipal Court, serving the citizens of Preble County as fair and caring jurist, and whereas his years of private practice of the law and his public service as an assistant Preble County Prosecutor forged a legal scholar who was appreciated by many people with whom he came into contact; and whereas throughout his professional career, Judge Henry always remained humble and respectful of others which in turn garnered the respect of all the people who knew and worked alongside him. His even temperament and friendly disposition secured for him the position of being the most approachable elected official in the memory of even the oldest Preble County residents.”

Survived by his wife of 20 years, Cynthia L. (Smith) Henry. Sons & Daughter-in-law: Richard Brian Hildebolt, Conway, SC; Steven Ray Hildebolt, of Mentor, OH; John Michael & Aleah Hildebolt, Eaton, OH; Brothers & Sisters-In-Law: Bill & Nancy Henry of Bellbrook, OH, Michael & Kristi Henry of Danville, VA, George & Debbie Henry of Camden, OH; Grandchildren: Lux Hildebolt, Dez Hildebolt, Sky Hildebolt, Piper Hildebolt, Saylor Hildebolt, Holden Hildebolt and Laken Hildebolt. Nieces and Nephews.

Service will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions in memory of Judge Henry may be made to the James E. Ryan American Legion Post # 322, 1477 State Route 503 South, West Alexandria, Ohio 45381.

Arrangements entrusted to Barnes Funeral Home – Eaton, Ohio

Condolences at www.barnesfuneralhome.com