- February 28, 1946 - May 12, 2017
- Marblehead, Massachusetts
of Henri's Passing
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Calling Hours
May 19, 2017
3:00 PM
to 8:00 PM
The Joyce Funeral Home
245 Main Street (Rte.20)
Waltham, MA 02453
Celebration of Life
May 20, 2017
11:00 AM
Kresge Auditorium at M.I.T.
48 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02139
Funeral Mass
May 22, 2017
11:00 AM
Our Lady Star of the Sea
85 Atlantic Avenue
Marblehead, MA 01945
Burial
This service is private.
Waterside Cemetery
Marblehead, MA 01945
Reception
Monday May 22 2017
Eastern Yacht Club
47 Foster Street
Marblehead, MA 01945
I still miss my dear friend and mentor Henry very much
Posted by: Dimitri Krainc - Coworker May 11, 2022
Dearest Belinda ~
As I have been living out of country for several years and fallen out of any loops...just today, I learned of Henri's passing.
So many feelings all at once...shock, deep sorrow, regret for loosing touch and profound gratitude for the most incredible experience, privilege and honor for having met, served and been influenced by such an individual as Henri.
Both he...and you and each person in your families touched and left a changing elemental mark on my
Dearest Belinda ~
As I have been living out of country for several years and fallen out of any loops...just today, I learned of Henri's passing.
So many feelings all at once...shock, deep sorrow, regret for loosing touch and profound gratitude for the most incredible experience, privilege and honor for having met, served and been influenced by such an individual as Henri.
Both he...and you and each person in your families touched and left a changing elemental mark on my life.
He...and you simply made me want to be a better person.
Please know and feel that you may call upon me at any time for any need that I may fulfill.
With profound respect ~
Diana Duhaime
Posted by: Diana Duhaime - Fairlee, VT - acquaintance May 27, 2018
Henri hired me from Pittsburgh to be his assistant...brought me to Boston to associate with all of the Genzyme Compatriots...they were wonderful people..our small org became a huge one with HAT commandeering...thank you Henri, rest in peace! ( It was so nice knowing you)
Posted by: Beth Bodner (Ponte) Cumiskey - Kennebunk, ME - coworker Oct 05, 2017
Belinda and family,
My heart goes out to you. Henri wasn't supposed to die in my mind but to carry on and create more and more solutions for our medical problems. I remember fondly working with him on the Boston Museum of Science corporate project. He was brilliant. And, he has been supportive of my career. You can count on me for support. Know he made a huge difference in my life, the world of life science, and Boston and the
Belinda and family,
My heart goes out to you. Henri wasn't supposed to die in my mind but to carry on and create more and more solutions for our medical problems. I remember fondly working with him on the Boston Museum of Science corporate project. He was brilliant. And, he has been supportive of my career. You can count on me for support. Know he made a huge difference in my life, the world of life science, and Boston and the world. Blessings to you.
I am sorry. I did not become aware of Henri's passing until today. I have been on the West coast engaged in other projects outside of biotech ergo did not have my ear to the ground.
Posted by: Helen Maslocka - Newburyport, MA - Friend Sep 23, 2017
I did not know Mr. Termeer personally, but I came to know him through Deborah Daw Heffernan's book "An Arrow Through the Heart". I admired him so much for what I read about him. I am so sorry to hear that he has passed away. After reading many of the comments on this site, I see that he was a hero to many, many people. Even though I never met him, I am proud to have shared the earth during the time that he was here. My prayers for all of you.
Posted by: Carol Terry - Nashville, TN - Acquaintance Sep 21, 2017
Belinda - Christine and I send our heartfelt sympathy - you and your family are in our prayers
Posted by: Colette Desmond Fearnley - West Roxbury, MA - Friend Jun 26, 2017
Dearest Belinda
So very sorry for your loss, Sean & I are sending our love & sympathy in this tough and shocking time for you. Your lovely daughter is just beautiful, and a tribute to you & Henri! All my love to you both! Christine
Posted by: Christine Desmond Cleary - Trim - Friend Jun 26, 2017
Dear Belinda, I was so sorry to hear about your loss. I just wanted you to know I thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. Psalm 147:3 says "He (God) heals the broken hearted and he binds up their wounds " I pray that the "God of all comfort" will help you to endure and bring you a measure of measure of peace.
Posted by: Ida Tenori (Gallegos) - Friend Jun 07, 2017
Commercial Wharf will miss Henri. His service on the Board lead to one of the most aggressive and successful improvement and maintenance projects the Association has ever undertaken. His love of the harbor and his unit were unwavering even after building his beautiful home in Marblehead. I am thankful I was able to run into him in the parking lot shortly before his passing. Rest in peace, Henri.
Posted by: Tom Tillotson - Boston, MA - neighbor Jun 07, 2017
I am honored and blessed to have known Henri. Tim Conner, Darden '73
Posted by: Tim Conner - Houston, TX Jun 02, 2017
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My husband and I had an annual holiday party, this particular year I had forgotten to bring up and wash wine glasses from the wet bar area in the basement. Henri had just arrived as I was running up and down the stairs trying to correct my oversight. Henri said hello, gave me quick hug, assessed the situation and joined in retrieving the errant wine glasses. Henri then washed them as I dried. Here was this pillar of the community and international business icon just helping out a frazzled hostess, and doing it with charm, wit and grace. We joked that I could provide him an excellent reference if he ever needed a dishwashing job. Henri was a true friend to many, including my husband and me. My husband and Henri were friends for over 40 years, I only had the privilege of knowing him for the past 7. We are shocked and saddened by his very premature passing. Belinda, Adriana, Nicholas and the entire family are in our thoughts and prayers.
My husband and I had an annual holiday party, this particular year I had forgotten to bring up and wash wine glasses from the wet bar area in the basement. Henri had just arrived as I was running up and down the stairs trying to correct my oversight. Henri said hello, gave me quick hug, assessed the situation and joined in retrieving the errant wine glasses. Henri then washed them as I dried. Here was this pillar of the community and international business icon just helping out a frazzled hostess, and doing it with charm, wit and grace. We joked that I could provide him an excellent reference if he ever needed a dishwashing job. Henri was a true friend to many, including my husband and me. My husband and Henri were friends for over 40 years, I only had the privilege of knowing him for the past 7.... READ MORE →
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