Enrique “Henry” Cardenas
Posted By tatemortuary on January 20, 2009
Enrique Orlando Cardenas (Henry), 79 returned to Heaven Jan. 20, at Mountain West Hospital from pneumonia. Henry was born Feb. 13, 1929, in Ranchos de Taos, N.M. to Benjamin and Josefita. He moved to Tooele in 1966 with his family and worked at the Smelter and the Tooele School District. He also served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and was proud of his country. Dad enjoyed camping, telling stories, jokes, playing his harmonica and whittling wood toys for the kids. He is survived by his children: Edna (Matt) Lopez, Toby (Stacy) Cardenas, Herbert (Doreen) Cardenas, Jimi Cardenas and Monica (Scott) Lee; 12 grandchildren, two great grandchildren; and two sisters Elvira (Bolivar) Quintana and Manuelita (Leroy) Pacheco. He preceded in death by his daughter Doris, his parents and siblings Simonita, Benedito, Evila, Florverto, Eloy and Luis. Dad was always in great spirits and brought happiness to everyone around him. Services were held at St. Marguerites Parish. The viewing was held Thursday, Jan. 22. Funeral services were held on Friday, Jan. 23. Burial was in the Tooele City Cemetery.
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