Robyn Bailey

I had the privilege of teaching Henry in the 6th grade. He was also a good friend to my son, Mason.
Henry was one of the most effortlessly funny people I’ve ever met. I had a hard time disciplining him when he disrupted class because what he would say was usually so incredibly funny. On fieldtrips, I would keep him in my group to keep his boundless energy and (sometimes mischievous) ideas in check, but also just because I enjoyed his company. He had the best heart; he looked out for the kids who were lonely or struggling. At the same time, he was very popular and all the other boys tried to emulate him, especially his jokes and silliness. I have kept up with Celina and Jeff’s updates about Henry over the years through social media with fondness and pride and joy for the man he had become. I am heartbroken that he left us while still so young.
I will always be grateful for the opportunity I had to get to know and love Henry. He was truly one of a kind.