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Robert Henry Obituary
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HENRY, Robert ROBERT DERRICK HENRY Robert Derrick Henry, 58, of Smyrna died from an inoperable tumor January 29, 2008. He was an obituary writer at The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Prior to working in Obituaries, he had reported on charities for the paper and had been its classical music critic. Memorial service plans will be announced at a later date. The body was donated to Georgetown University School of Medicine.
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Aylene Weiss
February 2, 2020
Derrick was an amazing, loving, welcoming, knowledgeable person. R.I.P. dear friend.
Beverly Johnston
July 16, 2008
I was saddened to hear that Derrick had lost his long, hard fight and know he will be greatly missed by those who treasured him as son, brother and friend.
My belated greeting sends much love and continued sympathy to his dear family.
Steve Bancroft
February 8, 2008
Our heartfelt sympathies to Derrick's family and many friends. His vast musical knowledge and compassion for others will be sorely missed by all of us.
Aylene Weiss
February 7, 2008
So brave and gentle! I loved his smile. I will always keep him in my heart. Love to all his family.
Sandra King Carpenter
February 7, 2008
With warm thoughts and many, many memories
I send you my condolences and love.
scott weiss
February 7, 2008
my deepest condolences
David Gibson
February 7, 2008
Derrick, I know you're watching those Bruins from the ultimate Skybox.
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