In Memory

Jay Henefin

Jarold (Jay) Loren Henifin, lifelong resident of Whatcom County, passed away in the early morning of July 11, 2004 at the age of 44. Born June 7, 1960, in Seattle, WA, Jay is preceded in death by his mother, Donna Benson, and step brother, Michael Benson.

Survivors include his father, Jarold and wife Betty of Bellingham; children, Bridget and Tyler Garney of Lynden, Shelby and Jessica of Arlington; sisters, Robin Henifin of Salem, Oregon, Debbie and husband Cliff Cram of Bellingham, Heidi Henifin of Everett, Erin and husband Ken Beam of Bellingham, Janna and husband Wayde Nelson of Hillsboro, Oregon, Veronica and husband Ric Lehman of Woodinville; brother, Daniel Benson of Brooklyn, New York; Fiancee Jeri Terpsma and her son Cody, of Everson; six nieces; three nephews, and one great niece and nephew; six step brothers and sisters; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Jay was an avid bowler and dart player. He enjoyed being with his family and friends, listening to Country Music, and the Rodeo. He enjoyed being in the outdoors, fishing, working in the yard, flying his radio controlled airplanes, and playing the guitar. Jay will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Jay, we LOVE YOU and MISS YOU! You will be forever in our hearts, our thoughts and our dreams, Little Big Brother. Your Loving Family.