Henry Wills

We send our condolences to Henry’s family and colleagues who will surely miss him. Always a friendly professional to meet. God bless his dear soul and grant him eternal rest among the angels.

Henry .. I first met him as a young girl from Leeds on a visit to my cousinsHenry and Mary two little twins at that time living in Ballina. Henry’s dad Harry was Mam’s brother.
Many years later my partner and I took Mother then in her 80’s to Ballina and Henry hosted us in his house ‘Gurteens! .. Henry fed us and then played the piano an we sa ng many Irish ballads.. I had not seen Mam so happy for many a year.
Dear Henry I wish I had met you more often but circumstances were against that as children,as you were aware..
Rest in Peace dear cousin
Love Marie. Xxx
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It was with great sadness that i heard of Henry's death.

I got to know Henry first when he started working in the Western People.
Over the years i got to know him very well, He visited us here on the farm on many occasions to take photos relevent to farm stories.
When ever we met over the years there was always time to discuss various topics.

I will treasure forever the signed copy of his great book that i got on launch night.

To his Sister Mary and other famiy members i extend my sincere sympathy.

Rest in peace, Henry,
You were a great person

Sincere condolences to the extended Wills family on the untimely and sad death of Henry R.I.P.

Over the years having watched Henry in the field so to speak, he was a magnetic, dynamic individual who commanded the room and sparks flew as he orchestrated his images into life.

His imagination and flare never ceased to impress and amaze. Especially when one seen the image in the local press afterwards.

Henry you will be sorely missed, there was and is no one of the same make and model about now, you were one of a kind.

Heaven has gained, in our Loss. The truest delight, is the fact that you produced a magnificent tome in your closing stages, which documents some, and I stress some, of your wondrous images.

We all know, there are many, many more thrilling delightful images in your vast collection of work.

In closing, I wish all your family, friends, colleagues and acquaintances the deepest of condolences.

May Henry rest in peace, but we all know those words are noted in doubt, as I am 100% confident that wherever you are - there will be laughter, music and a twinkle that shines and shares the love of Life with All.

I'm so sorry to read this. Remember his famous photo of Garrett Fitzgerald and the socks. My sympathy to all his family. May Henry rest in peace.

My sincere condolences to the Wills family on the loss of Henry. I met Henry over twenty years ago through the Press Photographers Association. He became a dear friend and someone I loved meeting. He was full of joy, fun and really cared for everyone. He was so talented with his photography and his music. We always texted each other on New Years Eve and I had the absolute pleasure of sitting beside him each year at the Press Photographer Awards. He was an exceptionally kind, thoughtful and generous person who made everyone feel special. I will miss my special friend. May he rest in peace.

My sincere condolences to the Wills family. I had the honour of getting to know Henry during our time in the Moy Singers. May he RIP

Sincere condolences to Mary and the extended Wills Family. Henry was a dear friend over many years and always a pleasure to meet. It was always a great honour to be referred to by Henry as " Me auld Segotia!"
May he rest in peace.

Henry you were one of a kind! A pleasure to know and work with. You leave a gap that won't be filled. May you rest in peace.

Henry Wills RIP
I was so so sorry to hear of jthe death of Henry Wills from Ballina. I spent a week beside him recently in Hospital, and we got on like a house on fire. Henry was a photographer with the Western People all his life, and only recently Mary Robbison launched a book of his photographs, what a legacy. The fact that he was a photographer gave us a lot in common. He gave me a signed book, and after my discharge I invited him to visit our Railway Museum. I got to meet his twin Sister Mary and husband Michael who at one time ran a shop in Castlebar. I extend my deepest sympathy to them both and all the Wills family. May Henry’s gentle soul RIP.

Deepest sympathy to the Wills family on the passing of Henry.
May he rest in peace.

To his sister Mary and all the extended Wills family our deepest sympathies on the death of Henry. He was involved in so many sporting photographs over the years . Did our wedding album over 34 years ago absolute gentleman . May his gentle soul RIP .

One of the great characters, you will be missed Henry, and I offered up communion and prayers for you today.
RIP good friend.

Deepest sympathy to the Wills family. Henry was a lovely man and a great friend of my Mum and Dad. He took some wonderful photos and was so generous with his time, supporting the various events taking place in Kilmovee over the years. May he rest in peace.

Our Deepest Sympathy to his sister Mary and Family, extended Wills Family, his many friends, on the sad passing of your beloved Henry. He was a warm, generous and kind hearted man. A talented photographer, who had a keen eye for composition, lighting and storytelling. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May his gentle soul Rest In Peace.

Henry was probably the first professional
photographer I met as a young person growing up in Tubbercurry. From him I could see how key liking people & making your subjects relaxed was to the perfect frame. He was a gent. He was fun. And I just loved his book which featured in our home over this Christmas. He immortalised my family with his EMMY homecoming picture in 2009 & as a result his work & eye will be in our lives forever. Ní bheidh a leithéad arís ann. Ready when you are Mr Wills. May you rest in peace. Dearbhla x

A kind and generous soul gone way too soon.RIP.

Deepest Sympathies to all the Wills and Bourke Families Relations and Friends on the passing of Henry. May He Rest In Peace.

Rest in Peace Henry always had a smile and laugh with you. My condolences to the Will's family at this sad time. John

Fond memories of Henry at Claremorris Drama Festivals in the 80's.Great photographer. R.I.P. Henry.

Deepest Condolences to Henry's twin Mary and to the extended Wills family on the death of Henry.
He judged many of our interclub competitions that we hosted a number of years ago. He gave valuable feedback to all contestants which was most appreciated.
He was always very supportive of our club and gave us the benefit of his vast photographic knowledge.
He was one of natures gentlemen and will be missed by all the members of Swinford Camera Club.
Henry will be missed by all those who had the good fortune of meeting him.
May he rest in peace

Deepest sympathy from the management and staff of The Connaught Telegraph. Henry served his profession with tremendous skill, enthusiasm and commitment. A legend of the provincial newspaper sector.

My sincere condolences to the Wills Family on the sad passing of Henry. Henry was a gentleman, may he Rest In Peace 🙏

Our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to you Mary and all the Wills/Bourke Family on the very sad death of Henry RIP..God console and comfort you all during this time of immense grief. May Henry's gentle soul now rest in great peace in his Heavenly Home.

Deepest sympathies to Henry's family on his sad passing. Henry was a lovely gentleman and a wonderful photographer. May he rest in peace.

Sincere condolences to Mary and family on the sad passing of Henry. A true gentleman. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis

A star has gone out in the sky. Such a talented photographer, wonderful pianist and actor but most of all a kind person with a welcome for everyone and great fun. Sleep peacefully Henry. We will miss you

Deepest sympathy to Mary, Michael & family & extended families on the passing of Henry.
May he rest in peace.

Sincere sympathy to Mary, Michael and all the Wills and Bourke families on the death of Henry. Knew him many years ago when i worked in Ballina. Rest in peace Henry.

To the Wills family my deepest condolences - what a man, one of a kind, he was enormous help and guidance to me while on the committee and President of the PPAI, he was always at the end of the phone with words of wisdom, encouragement and guidance, he was so well regarded figure, he alone would record manually the competition step by step - he will be missed by all who crossed his path, and there were many - Rest in peace Henry and keep an eye on all of us left behind.

Had the pleasure of working with Henry in the Western People Such a talented photographer Fond memories of a very pleasant person RIP Henry

My sincere and heartfelt sympathy to Henry’s family at this very sad time. He was such a special and talented human being. It was a great privilege to have known him. He will be greatly missed. Eleanor Greham Ryan.

Rest in peace, Henry was a true gent, a fantastic photographer and the best fun. Sincere Condolences, Marc and Mary O'Sullivan, Kilmainham

I had the pleasure of working with Henry in the Western People. A true gentle man and always quick with the jokes. My condolences to all his family.

Sincerest condolences to Henry's sister and extended family on the loss of a gentleman gifted in so many ways, and always so generous with his time. A good friend whose charming personality and infectious laugh I will miss.

Our sincerest condolences to Mary and all her family on Henry's very sad and untimely passing.

Henry was a gentleman who always had a kind word or funny quip for everyone he met.
He seemed to know everyone, and I never saw him in bad humour in 60+ yrs that we knew each other.

May his kind and gentle soul rest in peace.

We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.

Many roads and miles travelled together. Many happy and fun-filled memories. Sincere condolences to Mary, Michael, Elaine, Keith, Siobhan, extended family and Henry's very wide circle of friends, work and PPAI colleagues.
Farewell old friend, mentor and colleague. Sleep peacefully.

Deepest sympathies to the family and numerous friends and colleagues of dearest Henry. He was a consummate professional but also the lovliest man and a great friend and he will be sorely missed. Ballina will be the less for the passing of one of it's truest sons. Rest in peace sweet Henry.

Shocked and saddened to hear of Henry's passing. Always a pleasure to meet him over the years. A brilliant professional with a fantastic sense of humour. Ballina and Mayo have lost a great person. Condolences to all his family. May Henry rest in peace

I was saddened to learn of the passing of Henry. May he rest in peace. I offer my deepest sympathies to his family, many friends and connections. Henry was a proud son of Ballina. He recorded the history of the town and its environs from whence we all came for the generations yet to come. He leaves a very special and unique legacy.

Sincere sympathy to Mary, Michael, Elaine, Keith & extended Wills family on the untimely death of Henry. A wonderful photographer that has left a huge legacy for future generations. It was an honour & privilege to have known him. Thinking of you all at this very sad & difficult time. Rest in peace Henry.

So sorry to hear of Henry's death.
He was a great photographer and put everyone at ease with his humour.

Deepest sympathy to the Wills family on the death of Henry. May he rest in peace. We had some great times at the PPAI awards and some late ones as well ....

My sincere condolences to Mary , Henry’s family and many friends. I was shocked and saddened to hear of Henry’s death. I will miss his friendship….. his uplifting banter on our frequent long entertaining chats on the phone . Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis

My deepest sympathy to the Wills and Bourke family on the sad passing of Henry. He was a pure gentleman and a real professional. May his gentle soul rest in peace

My heartfelt sympathy,Mary,Michael,Keith and Elaine on the death of Henry.May he rest in eternal peace.

Deepest sympathy to the Wills family on the death of Henry. May he rest in peace.

My sincere condolences to the Wills Family on the sad passing of Henry. May his gentle soul Rest In Peace 🙏🙏

Deepest sympathies to Henry’s sister and family on Henry’s passing. He was always a pleasure to meet and greet.

Sincere condolences to the Wills family and to Henry’s many friends,on the sad passing of a very talented Press Photographer,and Musician.
It was always a pleasure to meet him and I recall many a time he livened up a PPAI social gathering on the Piano, with such verve and panache!
May Henry’s gentle soul rest in peace.Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam úasal dílis agus leaba i measc na Naomh go raibh aige!

Condolences to Henry’s family on their recent loss.A very nice pleasant man to meet.Always was in good form.

Condolences to Henry’s family and friends. A great photographer with a big personality and for decades a vital part of Mayo’s journalism. Always enjoyed meeting him. May he rest in peace.

My sincere condolences to Henry’s family and wide circle of friends. Rest in Peace Henry. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Deepest sympathy to Mary on Henry’s sad passing. He was truly one of a kind.

Rest in peace Henry... Ballina has lost one of its great characters.
My sincere condolences to those who loved him and held him dear.

Our heartfelt condolences to Mary, Michael Elaine and Keith on the death of Henry. May he rest in peace together with his parents in the Light and Peace of Heaven. Our lovely former neighbour full of fun , kindness and devilment. His talent as a photographer was legendary. He was gifted. God comfort you all and grant you the grace and courage to bear this great Cross. We will remember you all in our prayers.

Much missed after 42 years of cherished friendship. Peace friend.

Sincere sympathy to Mary, Michael, Elaine, Keith, Siobhan and extended Wills family on the very sad passing of Henry. A real gentleman and gifted photographer. May Henry Rest in Peace

My sincere sympathies to Mary and family, Henry's relations and friends, A great and sad loss. May Henry rest in peace