Henry Ernest Laatsch passed away at his home Oct. 11, 2006 in Powell Butte, Ore. He was 54 years old. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2006 at 2 p.m. at the Powell Butte Christian Church. Pastor John A. Robinson will be officiating. Henry was born November 21, 1951 to Melvin and Martha (Zeinz) Laatsch in Gasport, New York. Henry attended school in Gasport, NY, and Cornell University, majoring in music and mathematics. He then moved to Santa Barbara, Calif., and started his career in the printed circuit board industry for the majority of his life. Henry traveled the world extensively with his job. On April 25, 1987, Henry married Julie Mawson in Chatsworth, Calif. Henry)s hobbies were music, cooking, reading science fiction, and astronomy. He also loved his many dogs, cats, and horses. Henry always enjoyed tinkering around the house and helping his friends. He is survived by: his wife Julie Mawson of Powell Butte, Ore., a special friend Lori Block of Bend, Ore.; and mother-in-law Madge Mawson of Powell Butte, Ore. Henry was preceded in death by his parents. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Humane Society of the Ochocos, 1280 SW Tom McCall Rd. Prineville, OR 977. 54. Arrangements are by Whispering Pines Funeral Home |