September 4, 2003
written by Jim Henry
Hello dear friends. This morning at 11:14 God called Rob home. Rob's pastor Eric Derks had just said a prayer with Rob, and Rob's nurse Mike happened over just at that moment to check up on him. The two of them, Mom, Sue, Geda (my wife) and I were all here with Rob and held his hand as he left us. That was a blessing. Lots of family and friends have been by to pay respects.
It is a sad day, but we have so much to rejoice about. Rob's beautiful voice was matched by his beautiful spirit. He was a wonderful son, brother, husband, dad, grandson, uncle, and friend. Most importantly we rejoice because Rob has now seen the face of Jesus, and he is cradled in God's arms. He can sing again and walk again. And he and our dad are back together again. I'll bet they've been singing all morning. There are no words to express the depth of appreciation we feel for all of you, our friends, who have prayed and sent messages of support these past few months.
This is a difficult time, but you have eased our burden more than you'll ever know.
Thank you all and God bless...
"For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord." (Romans 8:38-39)
Note: A trust fund was set up for Rob's son Ryan and in less than 2 months, donations exceeded the amount required to fund Ryan's college education. On behalf of the Henry family, thank you to all who opened their hearts and donated to Ryans college fund. God bless you all.