William A. Henley Jr.

William A. Henley Jr.

William Henley Obituary

Published by Mimms Funeral Home from Oct. 16 to Oct. 19, 2008.
HENLEY, William A. Jr., of Richmond, departed this life October 14, 2008. He is survived by a daughter, Shavonne Russell; son, Eric; two grandchildren, Deja and Aiyana; parents, William and Mazelene Henley Sr.; three sisters, Rosa York, Alice Henley and Mary Anderson; one brother, Barney Henley (Tonya); a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends, among them a devoted friend, Brenda Sumiel. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 19th and Hull Streets, where funeral services will be held Monday, October 20, 12 p.m. Rev. Al Jones officiating. Interment in St. James Baptist Church Cemetery, Powhatan County.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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December 25, 2008

Doretha Smith(Robinson) posted to the memorial.

October 20, 2008

Rhonda,Taivon & Talayia Fox posted to the memorial.

October 20, 2008

Lelia "Candy" Patrick posted to the memorial.

Doretha Smith(Robinson)

December 25, 2008

I babysat Juney, Sister(Rosa), Alice and Barney when they were little. I grew up 2 doors down the street from the Henleys. I was a teen ager and William and Mazelene were working. It is just so hard to believe Juney is no longer with us. I had not seen Juney in years, but I would run into Rosa at Stony Point Shopping Center quite often and ask about the entire family. I am keeping the family in prayer and I am remembering the good times from so long ago on 17th st in Oak Grove.

Rhonda,Taivon & Talayia Fox

October 20, 2008

To Uncle William and family my prayers are with you all during your time of sorrow.

Lelia "Candy" Patrick

October 20, 2008

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Sheila Russell

October 19, 2008

William A. Henley, my first love and the father of my child. I will always cherish the memories. We had 13 good years together. God knew you were tired and he knew you needed to rest, you are in good hands now. Love you always and forever.

Dianne Bartlette

October 19, 2008

So long, dear Cuz. I will forever remember your laughter.

Pastor Marvin J. Mitchell Solid Rock Christian Fellowship

October 19, 2008

My prayers are with you all in the transition of my brother and friend William. William was my first best friend in the first grade at Midlothian Elementary School over 45 years ago. His smile as we shared our lunch then is still fresh in my mind as I pen this farewell. Rest in the arms of our Maker until we meet again. May William's kindness and cheer be the legacy that help keep you his family in the days to come. Blessing and the Love of God go with you.

Sharon Green

October 19, 2008

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

ANGELA"BOO-BOO" MOORE-SIMS

October 18, 2008

ROSA ,ALICE AND THE HENLEY FAMILY,SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS.MY PRAYERS ARE WITH THE ENTIRE HENLEY FAMILY DURING YOUR TIME OF SORROW."GOD PROMISED THAT HE WOULD NEVER LEAVE NOR FORSAKE US" KEEP HOLDING ON TO GOD'S UNCHANGING HANDS.

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October 19, 2008

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Shovonne, Deja, Aiyanna Russell

October 18, 2008

I am truely going to miss you. I wish we would have spent more time together. But God needed another Angel. I will always love you and miss you.

Fidele Bauhy

October 17, 2008

The world just lost a great man. He was kind,open hearted and always joyful. Junnie, may your soul rest in peace in the hands of God. I also want to send my condeleance to the family without forgetting Brenda Sumiel.

Fidele Bauhy

October 17, 2008

The world just lost a great man. He was kind,open hearted and always joyful. Junnie, may your soul rest in peace in the hands of God. I also want to send my condeleance to the family without forgetting Brenda Samuel.

Joseph and Faith Reese

October 17, 2008

Our Friend "Junnie" We will truly miss you and your humor. From days gone by our friend for many years. May you rest in Gods arms and peace

Brenda Sumiel

October 17, 2008

I love you Jr. and I will miss you.The hole in my heart is forever.

Brenda Sumiel

October 17, 2008

A hold is left in my heart forever,I love you and miss you.

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