Robert J. (Bobby) Henley, 82 of Hillsville, passed away on Monday, March 30, 2009 at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Mr. Henley was born in Carroll County to the late Robert Yeoman and Betty Hicks Henley. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Cloatine H. Henley. He is survived by his daughter Bobbie Jo Henley of Richmond, a 3rd year Master of Divinity Student at Union Theological Seminary and Presbyterian School of Christian Education; brothers & sisters-in-law Edward & Imogene Henley of Galax and Charles & Geraldine Henley of Dugspur; one grand dog, two grand cats; several nephews, nieces and cousins; and special friends Joe and Robin Tompkins and their children Matthew, Michelle and Chastity. The family also wants to recognize and thank the staff at Wheatland Retirement Center for the care and love shown toward Bobby during his stay there

Mr. Henley was a veteran of World War II and served in the Navy. He was an excellent wood carver and won Best in Show and many blue ribbons and other awards at Dollywood, Dover, Ohio and at the Charlotte Woodcarvers Association and was a member of several wood carvers clubs. Mr. Henley was a dairy farmer and worked many years for Guynns Hardware before starting and running his own business, Henleys Carpet Shop.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, April 2, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. at the Hillsville Christian Church with Dr. John Dunstan officiating. Burial will follow in the Dalton Hill Cemetery. Mr. Henley will lie in state at the church one hour before the service. The family will receive friends at Vaughan-Guynn-McGrady Chapel on Wednesday night from 6:00 until 8:00 PM. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Hillsville Christian Church 120 Edgewood Drive, Hillsville, VA 24343.