Bob A. Henifin
A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, April 14th, 2024, 2:30 p.m. at the Bellingham Cruise Terminal, 355 Harris Ave, Bellingham WA . Free parking will be available.
Bob passed away on January 18, 2024 at home in Bellingham, WA surrounded by family. He was born in O’Neil Nebraska on November 16, 1935 to Madison and Ethel (Sanders) Henifin. The family moved to Bellingham in 1942. He worked lawn maintenance and construction.
He met and married his first wife Myrna Fullner in 1955. In their 13 years together they had four children; Sandi (Alan Brown), Sue (Mike Booth), Bob Jr. and Dale. In 1968 Bob met Patricia (Trish) (Shelley) and they married in 1970. Together they had two children; Carrie (Dan Miller) and Shane.
Bob loved the outdoors and spent many years hunting and fishing and boating. He was a member of the Antique Automobile Restorers Club and attended many functions and car shows.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents Madison and Ethel, brother Donovan, sister Nadine Harmon, and sons Shane and Dale.
He is survived by his loving wife Patricia (Trish) of 53 years, sister Sharon Karlberg, and children Bob Jr, Sandi Sanders (Alan Brown), Sue (Mike Booth) and Carrie (Dan Miller), seven grand-children, seven great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
Donations can be made in his name to Whatcom Hospice Foundation in honor of their loving care for Bob.
Memories
From Laura Rayborn
Trish, I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
From Ron & Nancy Haugness
Bob & Trish were faithful attendees of car events across the county. Always a joy to see them. Sympathy to Trish & Sue and all who loved Bob. We've lost a one-of-a-kind...
From Paul & Kathie Olsen
Trish and all of the Henifin family....we are so sorry to learn of Bob's passing. Our heartfelt condolences are with all of you. Paul & Kathie
From Marlene Peterson
Trish & family, so sorry for your loss. Bob will truly be missed. His special love for his thunderbird will carry on with his family. We will always remember his kind, mellow personality. Love to all Joe & Marlene Peterson
From Marlene Joe P…
Sorry Bob's love was for his Mustangs not Thunderbirds. Love Joe & Marlene.
From Marilyn and Ra…
Trish and Sharon and family. Great memories will be with you forever. So very sorry. Our love to you. Marilyn and Randy Lampman
From Baerbel Marquart
Dear Trish and Family, I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing, my heart goes out to you, your Baerbel ( Babs)
From Don Higgerson
Trish, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
From Randy & Carla …
We're so very sorry to hear about Bob's passing. Bob cared for our yard for many years and we always admired and respected his dependability and work ethic. He was among the most reliable people we've ever known. Our love and condolences to his family. RIP Bob.
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