Henry Addison Werking,, Jr.

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Celebrating the life of
Henry Addison Werking,, Jr.June 21, 1938 - August 06, 2012

Pooler- Henry Addison Werking, Jr., 74, dedicated husband of Ada Smith Werking died Monday, August 6, 2012 at Hospice House.

Mr. Werking was born on June 21, 1936, the beloved youngest child of Henry A. and Louise M. Werking. A native of Indianapolis, Indiana, he began selling newspapers on the street corner when he was 6, and had his own route by the time he was 8. He was a 1956 graduate of Arsenal Technical High School and held a B.S. degree in Printing Management from Rochester Institute of Technology 1961.

A naturally gifted leader, planner, and problem solver, Henry rose to Director of Manufacturing at American Can before purchasing Convention Press in Jacksonville, FL in 1974. Working with partner Dennis Russell, Henry grew this business into the largest web press in northeast Florida and ultimately retired in 1994.

After moving to the Savannah area in 2003, Henry and Ada enjoyed being the owner/operators of The Monogram Place until 2011 when Henry's health declined.

Henry was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

In his personal life, he loved watching NASCAR, PGA, NFL and NBA games, and especially any team coached by Steve Spurrier. He also enjoyed singing along with the player piano.

In addition to his wife Ada, Henry is survived by daughter, Jackie Waggoner Kevin and two handsome grandsons, Matthew and Jeremy, all of Indianapolis; son, Henry A. Werking, III of Jacksonville, FL; nephew, Randy Goodwin Michelle of Ft. Worth TX; Ada's son, Nathan Cutler Mirka of Prague, Czech Republic; Ada's daughter, Claire Eden Carlton and their three beautiful girls, Maren, Juliet, and Kensington of Atlanta, GA; and also by honorary grandchildren, Shavar Robinson and Schiesha Thompson of Savannah, and Dennis and Sally Russell.

The family will be receiving friends on Thursday, August 9, 2012 from 4:00 p.m.to 6:00 p.m. at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.

A graveside funeral service will take place in Indianapolis at a later date.

Remembrances may be made to Hospice Savannah, Inc., PO Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416.

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Mr. Werking is my Great Uncle. I remember my father, Robert Goodwin Henry's nephew, taking me to visit Uncle Henry when I was 11. Uncle Henry was running the printing press near Jacksonville, Florida. My sincerest condolences to the family.

- Rob Goodwin, St. Louis, MO

Ada, please accept mom's and my deepest sympathy for your loss. And my hope that dad has found peace and eternal joy. Helen and Pete

- Henry Werking III, Jacksonville, FL

I am sad to hear of your husband's passing. I will be thinking of you during this time and wish I could be there for you. Please take care of yourself.

- Sheri Crenshaw, Bloomingdale, GA

I am so sorry for your loss. I read that lovely article in the newspaper about you. What a wonderful person you are and I miss you at the monogram shop. Take time to rest and know that we all love you.

- Emily Saussy, Savannah, GA

We are keeping you in our prayers.

- William & Verajane Fish, garden city, GA

I am praying for you.

- Connie Carmack, Garden City, GA

Ada, So sorry to hear of Henry's passing. We know he touched many lives and will be missed by all. Our sincerest condolences, Gaye and Larry

- Gaye and Larry Anderson, Jacksonville, OR

Dear Ada, I don't know if you remember me but I was a customer of yours at The Monogram Shop. The two of you ran a nice business. I enjoyed shopping there. I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my prayers. Val Bowers

- Valarea Bowers, Savannah, GA