Ronald Patrick Henry (17 August 1934 – 27 December 2014) was a footballer who played for Tottenham Hotspur, and won one cap for England. His grandson, Ronnie, is also a professional footballer. Club career Henry joined Tottenham in 1952 from Redbourn, and made his debut in 1955 as a centre half, but was soon converted to left back. He was a regular in Spurs' defence for many years, and his honours include being a member of The Double winning side of 1961, the 1962 FA Cup, and the European Cup Winners Cup in 1963. Overall, Henry played 247 league games for Tottenham, scoring one goal. Honours Tottenham Hotspur Football League First Division - 1961 FA Cup – 1961, 1962 European Cup Winners Cup – 1963 International career On 27 February 1963, he represented England in a European Championship qualifier against France in Paris. This turned out to be his only international appearance as England lost 5–2. Personal life Henry lived in Redbourn, Hertfordshire and owned a bedding plant nursery, as well as many homing pigeons. He had remained involved with Tottenham Hotspur, as an assistant to the Under-18 side. On 27 December 2014, he died at the age of 80. There was a minute's applause for Henry before Tottenham's first game at White Hart Lane after his death, on 28 December against Manchester United. His grandson, Ronnie Henry, currently plays for non-league side Royston Town, but is most known for his time at Stevenage, where he became the first ever captain to lift a competitive trophy at the new Wembley Stadium. References External links The Double Team Ron Henry article 1934 births 2014 deaths England international footballers English footballers Tottenham Hotspur F.C. players English Football League players Footballers from Shoreditch Association football defenders Tottenham Hotspur F.C. non-playing staff People from Redbourn FA Cup Final players