Henry loses fight to cancer

On February 19th, 2025, Henry was faced with the devastating news that he had cancer. Despite having no symptoms, his life was suddenly upended, and he was forced to confront this aggressive disease, holding on to hope for a chance to fight and spend more time with his beloved family.

On March 11th, Henry traveled to Perth for his first appointment, only to be told that there was nothing they could do for him at that moment, and he needed to undergo a biopsy before any treatment could begin. Despite this heart-wrenching news, Henry's willpower to fight the disease remained strong. He then traveled to Bunbury to be with his daughter, son-in-law, and grandchildren, surrounded by the comfort of his family.

On March 14th, Henry was admitted to the ICU at Bunbury Regional Hospital (BRH), where he spent his final days enveloped in love. It was there that he came to terms with the severity of his condition and expressed his deep wish to return home to Broome, to take his last breath in the land that had always meant so much to him. The dedication of the teams at BRH, the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS), and Broome Hospital ensured that his wish was honored, going to extraordinary lengths to bring Henry back to country.

In this devasting time we are raising funds to help support us with funeral expenses and other cost associated with the loss of our Dad. Any contribution no matter how big or small will make a significant difference and is greatly appreciated. If you are unable to donate please consider sharing this campaign with your family and friends to help us reach as many people as possible.

Henry leaves behind a lasting legacy that will continue to reverberate across the Kimberley. His unwavering commitment to improving Aboriginal health care outcomes in the region has made a profound impact that will not be forgotten. His work will continue to inspire and shape the future of health care for Indigenous communities for many years to come.

Thank you for your support , kindness and compassion during this incredibly challenging time.