Colonel (Ret.) Henry E. Bielefeld, Jr.

Jan 29th, 1920 - Feb 7th, 2020

Birth Date: Jan 29, 1920
Death Date: Feb 7, 2020
Funeral Date: Feb 29, 2020 at 11:00 am
Location: St. James United Methodist Church
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Biography: Colonel (Ret.) Henry E. Bielefeld, Jr. died February 7^th, 2020 at his home in Little Rock.
Born in Louisville, KY in 1920, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 70 years, Dorothy M. Bielefeld. He is survived by his daughters, June Hemphill and Jan Zelnick, son-in-law Paul Zelnick, grandchildren David Hemphill (Sarah), Marc Zelnick (Amanda), Julie Lasseter (David), Lauren Strover (Jason), greatgrandchildren Taylor, Aiden, Henry and a wonderful extended family in the Louisville, KY area.

Henry was dedicated to being of service to his country and community. One of seven children, Henry started work delivering newspapers as soon as he could ride a bike. He continued with the newspaper business until he enlisted in the Army at the outbreak of WWII. He made the Army his career, later serving in the Korean War. After retirement, he and Dorothy moved to Little Rock to be close to family. Henry then volunteered at Baptist Health until he was 90. Henry was an active member of St. James UMC and LifeQuest of Arkansas.

The family would like to recognize his special friend, Ardella Roller and loyal friend, Jerry Parham. The family thanks the Saints among us, all the loving caregivers especially Deuana Flowers, Shirley Grooms, Linda Mitchell, Samantha Cardwell, Victoria Wyles, Edwina Henderson and Phyllis Edmondson from SeniorKare.

Service in celebration of a well-lived, full life will held at St. James United Methodist Church on Saturday February 29, 2020 at 11:00 a.m.

Condolences(14)

Dempsey Family

#14

Feb 16th, 2020 5:12 pm

The entire Dempsey Family offers our condolences to Colonel B's Family. These two families have known each other for more than 60 years - both being part of the larger 159th Field Artillery Rocket Battalion family for three years in Vicenza, Italy. All of us six children enjoyed being with Henry and his Dorothy at a good number of 159 reunions over the decades. He was a beloved commander and friend. We already miss them both. Godspeed Colonel B and God Bless all of the Bielefeld Family. On behalf of our Family, Terry Dempsey

Jo Ann and Bob McQuade

#13

Feb 15th, 2020 7:00 am

Jan, Paul and Family,
We are truly sorry for your loss. Your dad was very special to us. While working at LifeQuest, my Wednesday's always started with a hug and kiss on the cheek from Henry. He was always ready to help even serving lunches with he precious smile. Henry will be missed but never forgotten. Blessings of healing love to his entire family and friends.

Susan Smith Lamb

#12

Feb 13th, 2020 6:56 pm

June and Jan, I want you to know how much I’m thinking of you both, and your families at this sad time. Your mom and dad were both very special people!

Carol Boswell

#11

Feb 11th, 2020 6:11 pm

Although I knew Mr Henry for a short time he was a pleasure to be with. I’ll miss him for sure I looked forward to our lunches and especially enjoyed the fact that he was genuine and had God in his heart

Pat & Barry Solomon

#10

Feb 11th, 2020 3:09 pm

Our deepest sympathy and heartfelt thoughts.

Carl Smith COL (Ret)

Feb 11th, 2020 2:35 pm

COL "B" will always be fondly and professionally remembered by me as the best commander I served under during my Army career.
He and Dorothy always have had a special spot in our hearts (my wife, Henrianna "Hank", before her passing, and myself, ).
My condolences and sympathy to the family as God comforts and assists in your readjustments. We loved COL "B," too.

Joe Keene

Feb 11th, 2020 1:26 pm

My sympathy for the family! Henry has finally been reunited with Dorothy. Thanks be to God!!!

Dick Daniels

Feb 11th, 2020 1:21 pm

I remember Colonel B teaching me to play gin rummy riding the Buckner across the Atlantic--when my dad and I weren't seasick. Dad, T.W. Daniels, had immense respect for Colonel B and the 159.

Coretta Coleman

Feb 11th, 2020 1:11 pm

I will miss Mr. B more then you know he was truly a ray of sunshine in my life. Take care you guys.

Karen and Terry Bailey

Feb 11th, 2020 11:56 am

I have fond memories of Uncle Bug, the Colonel

Jonathan Whitmore

Feb 11th, 2020 9:49 am

I am honored to have known Bus. He was truly a blessing in my life and will be missed.

“What we have once enjoyed we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes a part of us.” – Helen Keller

Evans family

Feb 11th, 2020 4:42 am

Expression of sympathy for the family.
May you continue to have the love and support from family and friends and the God of comfort a refuge in your time of need. Thinking of you all.

Jill

Feb 10th, 2020 8:50 pm

Truly, my heart is with all of you. Love, Jill (MMOJ)

Laura Whitmore

Feb 10th, 2020 6:16 pm

What a blessing to have known Henry and his wonderful family. Deepest sympathy to his family and friends.