Henry H. Mayer

August 31, 1962 - September 4, 2020

Henry Herbert “Hank” Mayer, 58, of Grand Island, passed away at his home on Friday, September 4th. A private family service is scheduled. All Faiths Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements. Henry was born on August 31st, 1962 in Grand Island to John R. and Karen (Koenig) Mayer. He was raised in Grand Island and attended Grand Island Senior High and Central Catholic High School. On February 18, 1999, Henry was united in marriage to Julie Nickerson. From the union, Jake and Abby were born. Henry’s greatest joy in life was becoming a father. Many days with his young children were spent exploring nature and spending time outdoors. Later on, he spent time watching his children excel in sports. He was a very proud father and loved his children with all his heart. He expressed his love of music and nature through his talent as a gifted artist. His artistic talent began as a young child. He loved to sketch anything that caught his eye. Art stayed with him his entire life and he continued to create art for his family, friends and galleries. He was truly blessed as a gifted artist. He was previously employed with St. Stephens Episcopal Church and currently was employed at the Normandy Apartments. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Stephen Episcopal church. As a youth he served as an Alter Boy. Those left to cherish him memory include his children, Jake Mayer and Abby Mayer; mother, Karen Mayer; brother, John (Lisa) Mayer; sisters, Stephanie Gauthier and Rebecca Mayer; aunts, Toni Mayer and Mary (Chris) Loring; and nieces and nephews, Lindsey (Nate) Fullerton, Travis Gauthier, Kristen Gauthier, Grant Gauthier, J.T. Mayer, Drew Mayer and Blake Mayer. Ex-wife, Julie Nickerson Mayer- Walford. He was preceded in death by his father, John Mayer; grandparents, Herbert and Linda Mayer, Leon and Maxine Koenig and Aunt Trish Backlund, Uncle Herb Mayer and Cousin Herbie Mayer. Memorials are suggested to Mid Plains Mental Health Center or the family for designation.