Contributions to the tribute of Henry L. Strauss

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Monday, April 12, 2021

Henry was a kind, funny, well-traveled, and accomplished man. I got to know Henry in 2011 through the Strauss-Wisneski Indigenous & Integrative Medicine Collection. My deepest condolences as he will be missed by many.

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Daisy Cedar uploaded photo(s)

Sunday, April 11, 2021

Goodbye Henry, you were a great man, mentor, and dear friend for a couple of decades. We will miss your kind heart, knowledge and wisdom. Your spirit and warm smile will always be with us. Peace be with you and your loved ones. -Love, Daisy and Leif Cedar

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Judy Yasutake posted a condolence

Sunday, April 11, 2021

I will miss my Dearest Henry. Henry was special in my life. I appreciated his friendship over the past 44 years and admired his passion for learning and always being current on daily affairs of our country and world. He loved good food, travel and was always listening and reading about changes in business and technology. Henry had a warmth, twinkle in his eye and kindness. I remember his sharing with me as recently as 5 years ago, that he was planning a road trip with Joan. I believe they made it as far as Death Valley. Henry was not ostentatious. A man ahead of his time... Loved Life, Family, Friends and Community. I am forever grateful that I made a trip to see him in October, memories I will always cherish. Shalom Henry....

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Kristi Kurtz Clark posted a condolence

Sunday, April 11, 2021

Not sure why a baseball glove appeared in my tribute? Mystery! - Kristi Kurtz Clark

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Kristi Kurtz Clark posted a symbolic gesture

Sunday, April 11, 2021

Henry was and shall ever be a dear and beloved friend to our family since he sold my parents Norm and Evelyn “Dutch” Kurtz our home on Elizabeth Street in 1957! My mother became his secretary and he mentored and encouraged her to earn her real estate license, a career she loved until the end of her life in 1993. Henry and Joan were bright, shining stars in our family’s life, including their children Pam and Andy, and later Joan and Mimi (and dogs Billy and Max!). I will be forever grateful to have enjoyed and been uplifted beyond words by Henry’s great mind, political savvy, marvelous sense of humor and wisdom about life. He was a truly great man. Our love and sympathy to the family. Kristi Kurtz Clark

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Amanda Brodie posted a condolence

Sunday, April 11, 2021

Henry, oh Henry! What a gentle, kind, brilliant, generous, caring, patient, yet driven, sophisticated, and loving human. It was a true honor to work with Henry and subsequently call him "Friend." He leaves a tremendous legacy! Henry will forever hold a special place in my heart and I will forever cherish him and the many fond lessons learned from his wise soul. Many condolences to his beloved family!

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Gary Freeman uploaded photo(s)

Sunday, April 11, 2021

Dear Joan and Family, The loss of Henry has brought back so many memories for us. We tried to trace the history of Dad and Henry back to where it started and think it started the year we moved here from Texas in 1955! That's a long-time friendship! Dad loved Henry, and we know Henry loved our dad. He was a big part of our lives and we felt like he was part of the family. We don't think he ever missed a graduation, or wedding, or the introduction of a new grandchild into our family, and we know mom and dad participated in many of your own family functions as well. Their shared interest in building and real estate is what really brought them together. God gave each of them talent and wisdom to build their trade. Dad relied on Henry to put good business sense on the table and Dad provided the building expertise. They were a good team. Together they had an honest relationship and it helped them run a profitable business. They drew from one another and learned from one another and they were better men because of it. Although they had different views on many topics they respected each others opinions. One thing they held in common was a desire to make the world a better place. We know our dad had a lot of discussions with Henry about theological issues, and we believe that God brought them together to teach them of His great love. Henry always took time to ask us how we were and what we were up to. He took every opportunity to try and help us by getting us in touch with someone, or passing our name along or giving us the name of an organization that might be helpful. We will never forget Henry's kindness and the loving friendship he extended to our family. He exhibited unswerving faithfulness and generosity to our father and we have been blessed because of his presence in our lives. With warmest regards, The Alva Freeman kids, Nancy Swingle, Gary Freeman, Julia Kunse and Susan LeBlanc

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Robert Bonem pledged to donate to Florence G. Strauss Indigenous Medicine Collection Fund

Sunday, April 11, 2021

In memory of Henry Strauss, who I considered to be my uncle. He was a great man.

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Robert Bonem posted a condolence

Sunday, April 11, 2021

Henry had a great mind, a great spirit, and a great heart. I felt like he always cared. Although the family connection was a bit further, I came to see him as my uncle. I am so sorry for his loss, which I know will be felt by many. My sympathies.

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Dan Dinner posted a condolence

Saturday, April 10, 2021

My deepest condolences to the family of Henry.As a young boy,Henry (Hank) was a friend of my Aunt Marsha Dinner.He was always kind and loving to me and made a lasting impression.May his soul be bound up in Heaven.With love,Dan Dinner & Family

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Kerry and Michele Stark Hailpern posted a condolence

Saturday, April 10, 2021

My tears fall freely as I remember Henry. I am so very sad, and send my love and thoughts to you on your significant loss. I can still hear my parents (Walter and Lotty Stark) speak so fondly of Henry after returning from some function they’d enjoyed together. Of course the Luxembourg connection didn’t hurt! I still recall the last time I saw him, shortly before my son Mitchell started pharmacy school not quite two years ago. He was as I will always remember him – warm, full of conversation, encouraging, and always with a twinkle in his eye. Kerry & Michèle Stark Hailpern

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Wendy Dinner posted a condolence

Saturday, April 10, 2021

Henry always felt like a part of our family, and he always had a big smile and a hug for me whenever I saw him. I miss our dinners at The Imperial! Joan, Andy, and Pam, I send you my thoughts of love and sympathy. Wendy Dinner

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Debra Hudes posted a condolence

Saturday, April 10, 2021

I am sorry about the loss of your beloved Henry. Our thoughts& prayers are with your family

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Lori Lohman posted a condolence

Saturday, April 10, 2021

I met Henry in 1970 when I ran for the State legislature at 25. For many years he was part of my political and social circle and a good and kind friend. As we all aged we mostly met at funerals and I am sad that I cannot do for him what he did for so many. But he remains in my memory as a living entity. This is a last hug for him Lori Lohman Littleton, CO

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Nancy Jacobson lit a candle

Saturday, April 10, 2021

Dear Strauss Family, Sending you lots of love and hugs at this difficult time!!! Please know we are thinking of all the wonderful contributions Henry made that will forever be appreciated by many!!!!! Gd bless and again we love you all!!!! Nancy, Chelsea and Jamie

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Glen Friedman pledged to donate to Florence G. Strauss Integrative Medicine Endowed Fund

Saturday, April 10, 2021

Sending love and Strength. May his memory be forever a blessing

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Carl Dixon posted a condolence

Friday, April 9, 2021

My encounters with Henry were through the Arapahoe Dems and I found him to be a gentle .fun. sincere and informed person. We always seemed to have delightful interactions. He brought a spark of clarity. to many topics of discussion . My sincere wish of condolence to the family as he will be missed by many. Thankfully he is at peace. Carl Dixon

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Len Wisneski posted a condolence

Friday, April 9, 2021

I met Henry shortly after moving to Colorado from the Washington, D.C, area. We became fast friends due to our mutual philosophies regarding life and our passion to show respect for the philosophies of other cultures and traditions of medicine and healthcare. We both felt that there was much to learn and integrate into our healthcare system. I was deeply honored by his request to donate my personal library to the collection and, having witnessed his steadfast dedication to providing educational materials to the CU community and beyond, did not hesitate. Over the years, Henry and I developed a beautiful friendship which went far beyond our mutual interest regarding the collection. He loved CU and was deeply touched by having the Health Sciences Library bear his name. I thoroughly enjoyed the gatherings with him and his wonderful family and will cherish these beautiful memories which will always remain my heart. I will miss him dearly. With love, Len Wisneski

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Elaine Shen posted a condolence

Friday, April 9, 2021

Henry was one of the greatest human beings I have ever known. Henry and I had been friends for over 30 years, and he never ceased to amaze me with his intelligence, generosity, kind heartedness, humor and spirit of adventure. I will always remember the twinkle in Henry's eyes. Henry will be missed by everyone who has had the privilege to know him.

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Melissa De Santis uploaded photo(s)

Friday, April 9, 2021

Sharing a photo of a group of us at Henry's 90th birthday party. I started working with Henry in 2015. I found Henry to be kind, generous, and very funny! He has had an incredible impact on the Strauss Health Sciences Library. I am grateful to have know him. He will be missed. Melissa De Santis

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The family of Henry L. Strauss uploaded a photo

Friday, April 9, 2021

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STEPHEN GALPERN pledged to donate to Florence G. Strauss Integrative Medicine Endowed Fund

Friday, April 9, 2021

My deepest condolences. May his memory be a blessing.

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Sheila S Kowal posted a condolence

Friday, April 9, 2021

Henry was one of my earliest political mentors, in the tight-knit community that was Arapahoe County's Democratic Party. In 1970, As a 32-year-old with no political experience, I was one of the least likely volunteers to attract his attention. At that time, he served as our County Party Chair, who was seeking someone to manage a fund-raising enterprise in the western part of our county. Patiently, he recruited and trained me in the practice of politics, working with me through several stages of my metamorphosis as a Party regular. Three short years later, he chose me as his Vice Chair, soon to succeed him as Chair so that he could run state-wide for the office of Colorado's Treasurer. Henry was indefatigable, committed, quick to defuse stressful situations that all leaders encounter. I watched him carefully. And benefited from his leadership by example as I took on additional responsibilities for the Democratic Party. Henry lit the spark for me. I will always be grateful for his kindness, good humor, and generosity. We owe him so much. Many of us, his successors, have done our best to emulate his leadership. And continue.

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Audrey Marcus posted a condolence

Friday, April 9, 2021

Dear Friends, Henry was a good friend whom I have known for many years. I \will never forget his kindness to me when he hired me to work in his real estate office for a brief time. I send heartfelt condolences to his family. He will be very much missed by all who knew him. Audrey Friedman Marcus Denver, Colorado

Henry L. Strauss

1927 - 2021