James Joseph Henry, 97 of Galena, IL passed away Thursday, November 17, 2022, at his home surrounded by his loving family. A funeral mass will be held at 11 AM, Monday, November 28, 2022, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Galena, where friends may call after 10 AM until the time of mass at church. The burial will be in the church cemetery. Military honors will be accorded graveside by Galena VFW Post #2665 and American Legion Post #193. The Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena is assisting the family. He was born on September 20, 1925, in Chicago, IL the son of James and Helen (Klein) Henry.  Jim served in the U.S. Coast Guard from 1943 until 1946. He then enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1948 serving aboard the Flagship USS Tampa in North Atlantic, Flagship LST 782, amphibious service in the Pacific theater-Captain (Coxswain) of Higgins Boat and 20mm gunner, Flagship USS Albany heavy cruiser-Electronics Technician in Atlantic and Pacific theaters. Jim received various combat medals and commendations until his honorable discharge in 1953. He was united in marriage to Ruth Trimpler of Chicago on April 16, 1955, and she survives. Jim then served as a lieutenant for the Village of Winnetka police department. He also owned and operated an electronics shop in Glenview, IL. Jim enjoyed police canine training, sailing, fishing, traveling, camping, and playing piano, and had a love of all animals, especially dogs. Upon moving to Galena, he became very active in the community serving as Post Commander and Chaplain of Galena VFW Post #2665, and Fourth Degree of the Knights of Columbus. Jim was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church where he taught adult religious classes, and youth CCD, and was a member of the choir. He is survived by his wife, Ruth, his daughter, Theresa Severin, and four grandchildren, Jim Severin, Andy (Nicole) Severin, Nikki Severin, and Jonathon Henry. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, his daughter, Patty Henry, his grandson, Patrick Henry, two sisters, Betty Kramer, and Helen Spiering, and a brother, Bob Henry. The family wishes to thank all EMTs, paramedics, fire and police personnel, medical professionals, and hospice care providers for their compassionate assistance.