Henry

Robert Lee Henry, 62, of Evans City, passed away Wednesday evening, March 18, 2026, while on hospice care following a courageous battle with cancer.

Born May 26, 1963, in Braddock, Allegheny County, he was the son of the late Donald and Evelyn Pennington Henry.

Robert lived a life defined by strength, resilience and an extraordinary ability to overcome any challenge set before him. If something was broken, he could fix it. If a problem seemed unsolvable, he found a way. His vast mechanical knowledge and love of working with his hands were among his defining gifts.

He spent countless hours in his garage, his true element, finding purpose in figuring out how things worked and taking great pride in solving even the most complicated mechanical puzzles. Robert also enjoyed the grounding pleasures of life: camping, fishing, being outdoors and cheering on his beloved Pittsburgh Steelers. A devoted fan through and through, he rarely missed a game and wore his black and gold with pride.

Tough on the outside with a heart of gold, he was the strongest and toughest man his family had ever known.

Robert is survived by his wife, Emide Cipriani Henry; children, Tara (Evan) Henry, of Pittsburgh, Sean Wright, of Pittsburgh, Anthony Henry, of Pittsburgh, Damian Schanz, of Pittsburgh, Joseph Schanz, of Butler, Corey Wright, of Punxsutawney, and Kellie (Abby) Henry, of Butler; his grandchildren, Zakkary, Ay’Maree, Jayden, Jocelyn, Anthony, Tyler, Alexandra, Liam and Owen; his siblings, Roy (Valorie) Henry, of Newark, Ohio, Ronald Henry, of Murrysville, and Richard (Tammy) Henry, of Seattle, Wash.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant brother, Raymond Henry.

Robert’s legacy lives on in the lives he touched, the problems he solved and the immeasurable love and strength he leaves behind.

HENRY — A private family service is being held for Robert Lee Henry, who died Wednesday, March 18, 2026. A celebration of life will be planned, with details to be shared with family and friends.

Cremation services are entrusted to RAISLEY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, 387 Main St., Prospect.

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