Search by Name

Search by Name

Sam Edward Henley Jr.

FUNERAL HOME

Carl Barnes Funeral Home

746 W 22nd Street

Houston, Texas

Sam Henley Obituary

SAM EDWARD HENLEY, JR., 72, passed away October 23, 2005. Visitation Friday, beginning at 12:00 Noon followed by Funeral Services at 1:00 PM in the Titus & Timothy Barnes Cathedral Chapel. Rev. John Morris, Officiating. Interment - Houston National Cemetery.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Houston Chronicle on Oct. 27, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Sam Henley

Not sure what to say?





Bennie Johnson

November 1, 2005

May God bless your family and keep them. Bennie Johnson and Sons

Annette Carey

October 28, 2005

To Mike my deepest sympathy to you and your family,in times like this you need all the support of friends and family. If there is anything my family can do in this time please let us know. Always remember our running joke. Love you

October 28, 2005

AS A YOUNG ROOKIE FIREFIGHTER IN THE 70'S,I WAS ALWAYS APPREHENSIVE ABOUT FILLING IN AT OTHER STATIONS. WHEN I FILLED IN AT OLD 5'S, SAM WAS ALWAYS THERE TO MEET ME AND I FELT A LITTLE SAFER. HE WAS A GREAT FIREMAN AND SWELL GUY. CHIEF H. M. ROSS JR.- RETIRED

Gary Self

October 28, 2005

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Angela Lankford-Jones

October 27, 2005

I offer my deepest condolences to the Henley Family. My prayer is that you look to the hills from whence cometh your help. Trust and believe that God knows best. To my dear friend Michael, stand firm in your faith and lean on the Almighty for understanding.

patsy wright

October 27, 2005

Mike, God will give you everything

that you need. THE STRENGTH IS THERE

WHEN WE ARE WEAK HE IS STRONG,Iam

praying for you and you family.

M LaLand

October 27, 2005

To Mike and Family,



I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Take comfort in knowing he rests eternally with God.

Georgetta Phelps

October 27, 2005

Memories never fade.Cherish them.I will never forget what Sam and you Carol has done for me and my family.Always in love.



Georgetta and Bismark Phelps and family.

Teriot Cravin

October 27, 2005

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Showing 1 - 10 of 10 results

Make a Donation
in Sam Henley's name

Memorial Events
for Sam Henley

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Carl Barnes Funeral Home

746 W 22nd Street, Houston, TX 77008

How to support Sam's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Sam Henley's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more