Robert Gene Henson

Robert Gene Henson

October 3, 1955 – September 26, 2019     

Robert Gene Henson, age 63, of Suwanee, GA passed away on September 26, 2019.  He was born on October 3, 1955 in Ironton, MO to the late Robert (Bob) Leander Henson and Brigitte Vass.  He was a boilermaker for over 40 years.  His career started with Chicago Bridge and Iron, then Welding Services and later he co-owned Welding Technologies.  Most recently, he had worked with Sierra Construction.                                         

Robert loved life, family and friends.  He enjoyed traveling, working in the yard and loved serving on the board of the Suwanee Community Orchard.                                                                                                                                                       

Survivors include his wife, Carol Henson, two sons, Jacob (Stacie) Henson and Joshua Henson and two granddaughters, Peyton and Abby Henson.  He is also survived by three sisters, Sabrina Popejoy, Katy (Ronnie) Couey and Donna Kay Escamilla, one brother, Roy Henson and many other cherished family members and friends.

The family will receive friends on Monday evening, September 30 at Flanigan Funeral Home from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm.  Services will be Tuesday, October 1 at 2:00 pm at Suwanee United Methodist Church.                                                        

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The City of Suwanee Orchard in honor of Robert Henson, 330 Town Center Avenue, Suwanee, GA 30024.

To express condolences, please sign our online guest book at www.flaniganfuneralhome.com.  Arrangements By: Junior E. Flanigan of Flanigan Funeral Home and Crematory, Buford, GA (770) 932-1133.