Background
Downing, Henry Abel was born on July 19, 1923 in Lake Providence, Louisiana, United States. Son of Aucey N. and Thelma (Abel) Downing.
Downing, Henry Abel was born on July 19, 1923 in Lake Providence, Louisiana, United States. Son of Aucey N. and Thelma (Abel) Downing.
Student, New London Maritime School, Connecticut.
General manager Gulf Oil Corporation, Cynwyd, Pennsylvania, 1946-1978. Executive vice president Marine Transport Lines, New York City, since 1978. Director International Cargo Gear Bureau, New York City, since 1978.
Member Federation American Controlled Shipping (executive committee since 1978), Maritime Association Port of New York (board directors since 1978).
Married Betty Jo Griffen. Children: Bobby G., Billie Jean Downing Russell. Married Sharon Fox; children: Lisa, Edward.