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Henry Perle Burlew, 98, of Hebron, KY passed away Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at his residence in Hebron. He was born April 10, 1923 in Cincinnati, OH to the late Frank and Fredia Burlew. At the age of 17, Henry proudly joined the U.S. Army Airborne and served during WWII. He was a rear tail gunner on a B-17 Bomber, and he and his crew had flew 28 successful missions out of North Africa and Italy. Henry was the last surviving member of his B-17 Bomber crew. Even after his departure from the service, he stayed very active with the 483rd Bomb Group. After the service, Henry settled back down in Northern Kentucky and started his family. He took a job with American Airlines and worked for them for 38 years before retiring in 1975. He also did a lot of volunteering in his community; he was a proud member of the American Airline Vanguards, he was a Kentucky Colonial, former Boy Scout and Girl Scout troop leader, he had coached youth baseball, volunteered for the Hebron Fire Department, and was a member of the Florence Lyons Club. Henry loved his community and his family. He was a proud father and grandfather, and he always made sure his family was his top priority. He was preceded in death by his siblings: Robert and Galen Burlew. Henry is survived by his loving children: Deborah Burlew-Maurer (Tom), Frank Burlew (Debbie), Victoria Wenert Burlew Scott (Joe Quigley), Daryl S. Burlew, Robert Burlew (Sandra Kay), and Theresa Goins, his beloved grandchildren: Frankie Lynn, Jennifer, Nicholas, Dylan, Kasey, and Austin, his great-grandson: Charlie, his friend: Billy Scott, and several loving relatives and friends. A visitation will be held for Henry on Tuesday, November 30, 2021 from 10:30 AM-11:30 AM at Linnemann Funeral Home, 1940 Burlington Pike, Burlington, KY 41005. A service will be held immediately following the visitation at 11:30 AM at the Funeral Home. Henry will be laid to rest following the service at Kentucky Veterans Cemetery North in Williamstown, KY. Memorial contributions can be made to Hebron Church of Christ at 2966 Damascus Road, Hebron, KY 41048 in memory of Henry.
Linnemann Funeral Homes Burlington
1940 Burlington PikeBURLINGTON, KY 41005
Linnemann Funeral Homes Burlington
1940 Burlington PikeBURLINGTON, KY 41005
Kentucky Veterans Cemetery North
Address: 205 Eibeck Lane WILLIAMSTOWN, KY 41097Henry P. Burlew
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Rest easy Henry
You were the last surviving member of the crew my dad was on. I was honored to have met you at one of the reunions and to have heard all the stores .You were one of the first to contact me when my dad passed. I hope among the people that met you when you arrived after your final missions was the crew. Rest easy – J.Sprowl
One of God’s Messengers has passed
I first saw Hank’s obit a few weeks ago. I was deeply saddened that I didn’t see the obit in time to attend his funeral, but … it wasn’t to be.
I knew Hank from his daily or almost daily glass of Red Wine. When I saw his green pickup in the parking lot, I knew my spirits would be brightened and lifted bec I could spend time in conversation with Hank.
My sincere condolences to Hank’s family.
Harvey Pelly.
HANK WAS A FRIEND, AND A GREAT PERSON, AND I KNOW THAT HE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL THAT KNEW HIM. I FEEL THAT MY LIFE IS RICHER, FOR KNOWING HIM. MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO ALL THE FAMILY.
HANK WAS A GREAT MAN, HE SURVIVED WWII AS A TAIL GUNNER ON B-17’S OVER EUROPE, HE WAS WELL RESPECTED BY ALL THE PEOPLE HE WORKED WITH AT CVG. I WORKED WITH HANK IN 74-75 WHEN THE NEW TERMINALS AND FACILITIES WERE BEING BUILT AT CVG, HE WITH AMERICAN AIR LINES, AND I WAS WITH DUGAN AND MEYERS CONSTRUCTION CO., AND WE GOT IT TOGETHER. MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO HIS FAMILY.
Debbie and Famiy
We’re so sorry for the loss of your Dad. What a wonderful, fulfilling life he must have had! Prayers for your comfort.
David & Karen Kitz
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Sending our deepest condolences. So sorry for your loss!
Jon and Jackie Arteno
Greg & Sandy koors
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time Daryl
Theresa, Kasey, and extended family
We are so sorry for the loss of your dad and grandfather. It really does not matter their age, it is never easy to say good bye to a loved one. An honorable life lived in service to those he loved and his country, we know you are so proud of him. Allow the memories you share, comfort you through this challenging time.
Our deepest condolences and love to all,
Robert & Connie Cruz
Debbie, Frank, Vicky, Daryl, Rob, Theresa
May you find comfort in the love of friends and family and never forget the cherished memories!
RIP Hank!
Jan
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