It is with profound sorrow that we share news of a tragic accident that occurred on May 2, 2025. Our beloved Mark Henry lost his life in the accident.
His wife, Cherise Henry, was critically injured and remains hospitalized in intensive care.We are heartbroken by this sudden and devastating loss. We ask for your prayers for Cherise’s recovery and for strength as we navigate this incredibly difficult time.
Further information regarding memorial services for Mark and updates on Cherise’s condition will be provided when appropriate.
With heavy hearts, The Henry and Kuehl Family.
The Madison Area USBC extends our deepest condolences to the families of Mark and Cherise, and we share in the hope for Cherise’s recovery.
Mark Henry was beyond compare.
One of the greatest bowling promoters in our history, his presence on the microphone, behind the scenes, or in competition revealed Mark to be of one spirit—a spirit that endeared him to the regional bowling community and cemented his legacy on the lanes and in our hearts.
While best known for the annual Henry Hitter Classic 3-Man tournament, Mark was ever an innovator—credited with helping develop league concepts like the NFL and Basebowling leagues. He ran the annual MBA Hall of Fame “Pro-Am,” which paired our association Hall of Fame members (the “Pros”) with local bowlers (the “Ams”) in a tournament-like setting, though all in fun. Our association attempted to maintain the event after Mark, but… well, we’re not Mark Henry. He was forever bowling or thinking about bowling—creative, funny, and successful in all his endeavors.
At his Hall of Fame induction in 1999, he was credited with having bowled over 13,000 league games. None other than Mark Henry would freely promote his own dubious, though remarkable, accomplishment: In 1992, he rolled a 400, 500, 600, 700, and 800 series.
In the same week.
Mark’s honest smile, gregarious nature, and omnipresence on the lanes for these many decades will forever be carried by those fortunate enough to have shared in his journey.
He will be deeply missed, but his spirit will continue to inspire our bowling community for generations to come.
Farewell, Hitter.