Henry Charles Lawrence Nowak (23 Feb 2007 - 4 Dec 2025)

Funeral Director

Location
Brentwood Cathedral of SS Mary & Helen Ingrave Road Brentwood CM15 8AT
Date
23rd Jan 2026
Time
11am
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In loving memory of Henry Charles Lawrence Nowak who sadly passed away on 4th December 2025, aged 18 years.

Henry’s funeral will take place on Friday 23 January 2026

Funeral:
• Address: Brentwood Cathedral, 28 Ingrave Road, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 8AT
• Time: The service will start at 11:00, please arrive by 10:45 to allow time for everyone to be seated
• Parking: there is limited parking at the Cathedral, but various options are available in the surrounding area.

Burial:
Everyone is welcome to attend the burial if they wish, it’s a 10 min drive from the Cathedral. Alternatively, guests are more than welcome to travel straight from the Cathedral to the wake venue.

• Address: Herongate Wood Cemetery, Billericay Road, Brentwood, CM13 3SE
• Time: Directly after the funeral service
• Parking: Plenty of parking available on site
• Please note, Herongate is a woodland cemetery with no pathways, therefore the condition of the ground will be weather dependant.

Wake:
• Address: Stock Brook Manor Country Club, Queens Park Ave, Stock, CM12 0SP
• Time: 12:30 – 18:30
• Parking: Plenty of parking available on site.

Charity donations:
Since their tragic loss, the family have been supported by an incredible charity called: 2Wish, who help families deal with the sudden loss of a child.

https://2wish.enthuse.com/pf/henry-nowak

Flowers:
If you would like to send flowers, please send these 24 hours in advance, directly to the funeral directors.
• Address: Stibbards, Weir View House, 553 Rayleigh Road, Benfleet, Essex, SS7 3TN.
• Contact details: 01268 920920

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Marie Ideson wrote

Good night God bless Henry, may angels wrap their wings around you 💕🙏🙏🙏🙏
Sending love, thoughts and prayers to all his family at this sad time 💕🙏🙏🙏🙏

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Michelle Nelson wrote

I can't fathom any of this, Henry shine bright, beautiful young man, I'm just so so sorry.

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Michelle Mallinson wrote

so sorry this happend to you RIEP Henry.

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Ashley Collins wrote

Henry I am so sorry what happened to you. When I saw the police body video footage it really choked me up and has hit me so hard so I cannot imagine what your family are going though. When the Police arrived they should have been there to protect you not persecute you told them you had been stabbed and you could not breathe and they basically called you a liar they should have been giving you first aid and compassion like putting an arm around you. Your life was cut short far to early and you had so much to give and my love and thoughts go out to you, your family and friends if I could go back I would to change the outcome RIP Henry I will always remember you.

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Boodar Singh wrote

To the Nowack Family,

With a heavy heart, I extend my deepest and most sincere condolences on the tragic loss of your beloved Henry.

Although words can never ease the pain of such an unimaginable loss, please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this profoundly difficult time. The passing of a child is a sorrow beyond measure, and my heart aches for the grief that you are carrying.

As a Sikh, I believe that every life is a precious gift from the Divine. Henry’s life, though far too brief, touched many hearts and leaves behind a legacy of love, cherished memories, and a lasting impact upon all who knew him.

I first learned of this tragedy whilst I was in India and have only recently returned to the United Kingdom. Witnessing the sadness and heartbreak surrounding Henry’s passing has been deeply moving. The loss resonates particularly strongly with me, as my own family has recently experienced bereavement following the passing of my brother after a long struggle with sepsis and pneumonia. Whilst every loss is unique, I share in your sorrow and extend my heartfelt sympathy.

May you find strength in the love of family and friends, comfort in the support of your community, and peace in the treasured memories of Henry’s life. Though his physical presence is no longer with us, the light he brought into this world will continue to shine in the hearts of all who loved him.

Please know that many people stand beside you in compassion, solidarity, and prayer.

With deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences,

Daljit Singh Khalsa
London, United Kingdom
07930394180

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  • To the Nowack family. I have only just heard about all this. I have a grandson the same age and know how deeply sad you must all feel. What a super young man Henry looks. God bless you all and may Henry always live in your hearts.

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Donna Harvey wrote

I have not been able to stop thinking of you these past 2 weeks. A stranger that has touched so many hearts and is in so many of our thoughts. May you forever rest in eternal peace Henry and may your amazing and courageous family get the full justice you and they deserve. Sleep tight xxx

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