Henry G. Fuquay
OBITUARY
Henry G. Fuquay, 90, of Long Beach, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2026.
Henry was born on March 12, 1936, in Madison, North Carolina. As a young man, he proudly enlisted in the United States Navy, serving his country for four years and seven days. During his military service, he was stationed in Long Beach, California, where he would later settle and spend the remainder of his life. Henry shared 63 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Sally Fuquay, until her passing in 2019. Together they built a strong and loving family and created a home centered on loyalty, hard work, and commitment. Henry was the father of Mark and Nancy. He later adopted and raised his grandchildren Valerie, Michella, Joshua, and Justin after their father Mark passed away in 2000, playing a significant role in their upbringing and lives. Known for his extraordinary work ethic, Henry dedicated decades of his life to serving both his country and his community. Following his time in the Navy, he worked at Shell for over 20 years before continuing his career at the Jankovich Company for another 20 years After he retired, Henry remained active and continued working at the Angel’s Stadium for the next 23 years. He valued the friendships and connections he made throughout his working years and took great pride in every career he held. Henry will be remembered as a dependable, caring, and dedicated man whose life reflected perseverance, service, and devotion to family. He was known for his honesty, sense of humor, and ability to connect with others, leaving a lasting impression on all who knew him.
A memorial service celebrating Henry’s life will be held on Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church of Long Beach. The address of the service is 3955 N. Studebaker Rd. Long Beach, California 90808 Henry’s memory will forever live on in the hearts of his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.