Mr. Richard Henley, age 75, passed away on January 8, 2023, at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Richard was born on May 3, 1947, to the late Shelby & Dorothy Privette Henley.
In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by brother, Raymond Henley; sisters, Viola McKinney; Loretta “Penny” Garst, Nancy Powell & sister-in-law, Linda Wexler Privette.
Richard was the Co-Owner & Operator of G&H Contractors, where he built houses for 20 years. He was also the owner & operator of Henley’s Auto Sales for over 20 years. His favorite pastime was working on & showing antique cars. One of his special favorites was Friday nights with all of his friends at Hardee’s with Jonesborough Cruisers. His best friends for life were Bill Harvey, Dennis Garst & Kenneth Privette.
Survivors include his loving wife of 57 years, Mable Wexler Henley; sons & wives, Richard Eugene “Ricky” Henley & Teresa, Randal Scot “Randy” Henley & Loretta, Rex Allen Henley & Mona Lisa; grand-daughter, Haven Noel Henley; sisters, Lois Garst & Rita Smith.
Funeral Services will be at 7:00 PM, Thursday, January 12, 2023, at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home with Rev. Roy Yelton officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, prior to the service. Graveside Service will be at 2:00 PM, Friday, January 13, 2023 at Washington County Memory Gardens.
Pallbearers will be Toby Byrd, Mark Ferguson, Randal Wines, Ken Francis, Ralph Slagle, & Don Casterline. Honorary Pallbearers will be, Bill Rider, Roy Francis, Bill Harvey, Dennis Garst, Faye Mitchell & Don White.
01/13/2023
Levi Stephens, Rhonda Tipton and Janie Branson
We met Mr. Henley at Hardees with the Jonesborough Cruisers and he was a wonderful person. He will be missed.
Mable and family
We were so sorry to hear about Richard. We have many wonderful memories of him and the family from Community. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers. Praying for comfort and strength during this time.
With deepest sympathy,
Glenda Jones
Mark and April Jones
Myra Dill
01/13/2023
Nona Troutman Sells
Sorry about the loss of your father. Many prayers for the days ahead Nona Troutman Sells
Mable and kids, I'm so sorry to hear of Richards passing,my prayers go up for all of you! I'm so sorry I can't be there but all of you are in my thoughts and heart! I pray God gives you peace through your days to come! I love you all! RIP Richard always in our hearts! I love all you cousins!
01/12/2023
Bill and Shirley McCartt
So sorry to hear of Richard's passing. He was a good friend and brother in Christ. Our condolences to the family and our love to all. God Bless!
sorry for our loss
01/11/2023
Debbie Davenport
So many good memories of this wonderful Christian man and friend. To the family.. may God give you the peace that passes all understanding during this difficult time.
Edward & Mattie Broyles and Debbie Davenport
01/11/2023
Christy Dunn Hayes
Memories of Richard and my dad Donnie Dunn sitting on the porch at the Jonesboro farm while all the children played. I will never forget Randy, Ricky, Rex.
We had the best time on that farm. Prayers for the family. We miss and Love y'all. Richard will be truly missed. He is resting in the arms of Jesus..
01/10/2023
Randall Salts and family
Mable, Randy, Ricky and Rex
We’re so sorry about Richard he was a great friend to me. Katie and I thought the world of him I will never forget his friendship for so many years. He’s not suffering anymore and he’s home now you and the family are in our thoughts and prayer's.
Randall & Deadra Salts
Drew, Katelyn & Jade Miller
01/10/2023
Stella Mae Coffey turnmire-lewis
Mable and boys am your husband and dad my prayers r with u during this time may God continue be with u every day love u Stella Mae ps just remember that we will see him again one day soon love u Stella
We are so sorry to hear of Richard's passing. He was always the nicest man . Praying God's strength and comfort for the Family. Fondly Jarvis and Doris Barnett and Family.
