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Robert Eugene “Bob” Henley, 72 passed from this life on Sunday, January 12, 2014 at his home in Grand Bay, Alabama. He was born November 18, 1941 in West Point, Mississippi. Bob Henley was known by many names: Coach Henley, Brother Bob, Red, Pop, and others. He was a passionate man who loved people and loved his chosen profession of being a teacher of Mathematics. In his life, he accomplished great things and received many awards, certificates, championships, and other accolades, but his greatest achievements revolve around his efforts to further the Kingdom of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. While his family is saddened that their time together on earth has ended, we are so happy to know that their leader, Bob Henley, is rejoicing in Heaven as his ultimate reward. Mr. Henley was preceded in death by his parents, Robert & Willie Mae; sister, Joyce; grandson, William; and niece, Panda. He is survived by his wife, Christine; sons, Bobby (Catina), Billy (Kari); daughter, Christine Sutton; grandchildren, Anna, Joe, Blake, Taylor, Brock; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. Visitation will be Friday, January 17, 2014 from 5:00 until 9:00PM at First Baptist Church in Grand Bay, Alabama. Funeral services will be Saturday, January 18, 2014 at 11:00AM from First Baptist Church in Grand Bay. There will be a one hour visitation in the church prior to service time. Friends and family may view and sign an online register at www.smfs.us. Arrangements by Southern Mississippi Funeral Services, Ocean Springs, Mississippi. – See more at: http://obits.gulflive.com/obituaries/gulflive/obituary.aspx?pid=169101462#sthash.WuIGt7T3.dpuf