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Robert Henley Obituary
05/28/1955 - 01/10/2025
Robert Henley
5/28/1955- 01/10/2025
Robert passed away suddenly at age 69. He was born and raised in San Francisco to his parents Melvin and Ethel Henley, and attended Lowell HS. He played the bass for the SF Conservatory of Music, excelled playing football, basketball and baseball at Lowell, and football at the University of Michigan, participating in two Rose Bowls, after he studied Pre-Law at USF. Rob worked in the beer business for over 30 years for Maita, Matagrano beer distributors and Heineken. He umpired for the Northern California Umpires Association, was an avid golfer and was an active member of the St Robert's Parish, he loved music and movies and made people around him smile and laugh. Survived by devoted wife Rachelle and son Jackson, ex-wife Wanda White, sons Justin (Carmella), Jason (Tatiana), grandchildren Jaevon, Jaela, Julian, Joy, Jason Jr. and Tayson, and brother Melvin (Patty) and nieces and nephews. For more obituary details go to gardenchapel885.com Services will be February 7, 2025 at 2pm at the Garden Chapel in South San Francisco.
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Rudy Jauregui
February 6, 2025
So sorry to hear the passing of Rob. I also had the privilege to play against him on the softball fields on many occasions. Great player, but a better person. My condolences to the family. Rudy Jauregui
Rory Lenny
February 3, 2025
So very sorry to learn of the sad passing of Rob. I have fond memories of this kind, affable and friendly gentleman. My sincere condolences to Rob´s family. May Rob be at peace. I will always remember Rob with a smile, with much respect and as a wonderful, kind and decent soul. Bless him. Rob will be missed by many.
- Rory Lenny
David Zouzounis
February 1, 2025
I went to Portola and Lowell with Robert. We played football, basketball and baseball as teammates for six years. Cherished memories. Many years later Robert would come into our family grocery store and make sure his company was providing us with good service. My sincere condolences to the family.
Mary Gardiner (Connolly)
January 28, 2025
Really saddened to hear of the sad and untimely death of Robert. Our deepest sympathy to Rachelle, Jackson and extended family and friends. RIP Robert.
Mary Gardiner & family
Herb Anderson
January 28, 2025
Grew up down the street from Rob and played many a game of street football & baseball. Good times in the neighborhood. See you on the other side.
Eamonn, Eoin, Alan and Róisín Connolly Dublin
January 28, 2025
Sincere condolences to Rachelle, Jackson and All Rob´s family and friends. I had the pleasure of playing 2 memorable and enjoyable rounds of golf with him and Rachelle while they were in Ireland a few months ago. May Rob rest in peace.
Jamie Canellos
January 27, 2025
I competed against Rob for many years on the softball diamonds of SF. I played 1B and always felt my life was on the line because Rob crushed the ball harder than anyone. Post game, Rob was always a class act and gentleman and was respected by all.
Duffy and AnnMarie Aceret
January 26, 2025
So sorry to hear of Rob´s passing. Prayers out to the family. He will be missed and was great man. RIP
Anne Connolly
January 25, 2025
Deepest sympathy to Rachelle, Jackson and extended family. May Robert rest in peace.
Anne and Dara Connolly, Sligo, Ireland.
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