Henry Greenough Thorndike Jr.

Henry Greenough "Hank" Thorndike Jr, died peacefully but unexpectedly on December 22, 2018. He is survived by his beloved wife, Janice; and his daughters Olivia and Catherine, who were the center of his world. He is also survived by his sisters Sue, Evie, Anne (Bill) and Sally (Tony); his brother Andy (Nancy); sisters-in-law Gail and Jo; brother-in-law Bert (Betty) and the many, many nieces, nephews, and cousins that he adored. Hank was preceded in death by his parents, Henry Greenough “Harry” Thorndike and Carolyn Fredrika “Fredi” Thorndike, and his sisters Alice and Olivia. Hank was born on June 27, 1946 in Richmond, VA and grew up on his family farm, Magnolia, in Wicomico Church, VA. He graduated from Staunton Military Academy and attended West Virginia University and Clemson University, where he was a member of the rugby team. Always someone who loved the outdoors, Hank started his work life on the family farm and was a farrier in western Virginia and West Virginia for 10 years. In 1987, Hank opened his marine construction business, Dockmasters, and spent the next 30 years serving many wonderful clients (many who became dear friends) and happily mentoring his young crew. Hank was a faith filled man and a longtime member of Providence Forge Presbyterian Church. Hank was known for his huge heart, warm hugs, and the mischievous twinkle in his eye. He was always taking care of others, quick to lend a hand to those in need. Hank was happiest surrounded by his girls, pets, and his boisterous extended family. He loved working on his daily crossword puzzle, having friends and neighbors over to pick crabs or roast oysters, and sailing his boat, the Vokka Lokka, on the Chesapeake Bay. Visitation will be on Friday, December 28, at Vincent Funeral Home, 417 11th St, West Point, VA 23181 from 2 to 5 p.m. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m., Saturday, December 29, also at Vincent’s West Point location, with a reception immediately following at Wallace Manor 3821 N. Courthouse Rd, Providence Forge, VA 23140. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the King William Regional Animal Shelter, Box 215, King William, VA 23086 or Providence Forge Presbyterian Church, PO Box 239, Providence Forge, VA 23140 would be welcome.

Henry Greenough Thorndike Jr.

June 27, 1946 - December 23, 2018