George (Bob) Robert Henry Jr.

Born: July 4^th, 1953 in Grants Pass Oregon

Death: May 15^th, 2017 (age 63)

Lived: Edmond, WA

Manner of Death:  Colon Cancer

Wife: Chris     Married: June 30^th, 1990

Daughter: Riley Henry

Sons: Patrick and George Henry

Surviving Brother: Jim Henry

Deceased Brother: Joe Henry

Parents (Deceased): George Sr. and Lupe Henry

George Robert Henry Jr.

Bob was a loving and very funny man.  His sense of humor and witty remarks made him the person he was, and he could always get a laugh out of anyone.  His eyes and eyebrows were so expressive, you could most always hear his laugh before it came out of his mouth.  His personality passed down through his children, who inherited his weird jokes, and mannerisms.  He had worked very hard throughout many years building his insurance business from the ground up.  Some of the clients he has today, have carried on with him since the beginning, and have built strong family-like relationships.

He was very attentive to Riley and Patrick, and always made a point to teach them as much as they were willing to learn.  He had them help him mow the lawn at 3 years old, taught about cars and bikes, educated in lessons of history etc.  He was very handy, and could fix (or try to) most any broken thing that was handed to him. He wanted the best for his kids and his wife, and made sure that we always had food to eat and a roof over our heads.  He was not a demonstrative man in a physical or verbal way, but instead, showed his love through the things he did, rather than what he said.  He taught us how to appreciate what we have, and to work hard for the things we desire, as nothing in this life is easy.

He absolutely loved his dogs, and the birds we grew up with (even though he would never admit to it).  His love for music was passed down to Riley and Patrick, as both play piano and guitar.  He loved old classic songs, from the Beatles, to the Monkey’s, to the kinks, and everything in-between.

He was devastated when he got diagnosed with cancer, but was determined to get through all of the wicked treatments, regardless of how brutal they were.  Towards the end, the cancer became more vicious, and did not cease to spread.  His death was expected, but not so soon.  The pain and sickness he endured for so long had finally caught up with him, and there were no other options for treatment.  He passed quietly at night, which was a blessing.  His suffering is no longer carried out though each day, and he can finally be at peace and rest soundly.  His life will be lived through his family, and each memory he has left with all of us.

Please join us to honor, remember, and lay Bob to rest. Words cannot describe how much he will be missed every minute of everyday.

Friday, June 2nd, 2017

Service: 11:00 AM

Saint Thomas More Parish

6511 176th St SW, Lynnwood, WA 98037

Burial: 1:30 PM

Holyrood Catholic Cemetery

205 Northeast 205th Street, Shoreline, WA 98155

*Please no jeans, shorts, or shoulder-baring attire. Thank you.*

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.”
Matthew 5:4