Henry Célange Numa

Henry Célange Numa, 77, of Appleton, WI, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2025. Born on January 27, 1947, in Camp-Perrin, Haiti. Henry was a devoted father of 16 children. He is survived by 12 of them: Patrick Numa, Jasmine Numa, Marie Florette Numa, Benato Numa, Jean-Mary Azolin, Florette Merzier-Numa, Bertrand Numa, Marie Edrelle Alexandre, Rose-Myrtha Numa, Edeline Numa, Assenal Numa, and Enold Henry Numa. He is also survived by his sister, Marie Lucette Jackson; his half-siblings: Aline, Mireille, Margarette, Rosemaine, Susanne, Elor, Odette, Celor, and Rodney; 22 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and many nephews and nieces.

Henry was a longtime resident of Camp-Perrin, Haiti. He was a farmer, a merchant, and a general laborer. Throughout his life, he was known for his tireless work ethic, generosity, and kindness. Henry was a people person, and his warm spirit and selflessness left a lasting impression on all who knew him. In 2018, Henry made the courageous decision to immigrate to the United States with his youngest son, seeking new opportunities and a brighter future.

Henry found peace and joy in nature and cherished time spent with his friends and family. He also enjoyed a good grog.

Henry will be remembered with love, admiration, and gratitude by all who knew him.

Visitation will be held at Valley Baptist Church, 3600 Chippewa St., Appleton, WI on Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 2:30 p.m. with a funeral service immediately following at 3:00 p.m. For online condolences, please visit www.valleyfh.com.

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