Robert “Bob” Hendrickson, age 56 of Springfield, Missouri, passed away at his home on Tuesday, July 15, 2014. He was united in marriage to Julie Marrs Hendrickson on March 21, 1987. Family was truly his priority, including his surviving wife, daughter, Beth Anne, son Bobby and wife Jennifer and their two children, Brett and Macy Hendrickson, all of Springfield; mother, Lavada Hendrickson, of Springfield; grandmother, Rheba Eddy, of Danville, AR; sisters, Debbie Foell and Flo Lynn Hathcock, of Springfield, and Rose Cash and Jimmie Best, of Oklahoma City, OK; nephew, Jamie Hathcock, of Springfield; mother-in-law, Barbara Bullington, of Springfield; and many other loved family members. He was preceded in death by his father, Jim Hendrickson, son, Brett Hendrickson, and father-in-law, Dale Bullington. Bob became a follower of Jesus while growing up at First Baptist Church in Oklahoma City, OK and was a member of Ridgecrest Baptist Church for many years, where he taught children and youth ministries. While outliving a rare cancer diagnosis, he was quick to give credit to Jesus for the many years he was able to spend loving and serving family and friends as a testament to God’s grace. Bob was a local Farmers Insurance agent for 33 years and was proud to own and operate his business alongside his son. He had a passion for the outdoors that he enjoyed sharing with friends and family, especially his love of bird hunting. He felt most “at home” traveling on the open road with those he loved, whether en route to hunting in the Kansas outdoors, an Oklahoma Sooners football game, or an adventure to the mountains. Bob coached countless seasons for his kids’ and grandkids’ teams and was a mentor to many more than just his own children. Funeral services to celebrate Bob’s life will be 11:00 am, Saturday, July 19, 2014 in Ridgecrest Baptist Church, Springfield. Visitation will be 5:00 to 7:00 pm Friday in the church. Burial will follow in Hazelwood Cemetery. Services under the care and direction of Barnes Family Funeral Home, Ozark. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Life Builders Ministries, PO Box 14141, Springfield, MO 65814, where Bob spent years volunteering and showing new friends the love of Christ. Online condolences may be shared at www.barnesfamilyfunerals.com.
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Pam says
July 17, 2014 at 6:50 amMy thoughts and prayers are with you at this time
Melissa McGinnis Barnes says
July 17, 2014 at 2:27 pmMy heart is broken today as I learned of Bob’s passing. It seems like I’ve known him almost my entire life. He was one of the best men I have ever been blessed to know. A strong, faithful Godly man who LOVED The Lord. He always had a smile on his face and always a quick wit and a funny story or two. He was kind and loving. If you knew him at all you knew how much he loved his family, especially his children. I can’t imagine a better daddy than Bob. He loved his wife and always spoke so lovingly about her. And of course he loved The Lord. The world lost an amazing man, but heaven gained a precious angel, I’m certain there was a special place prepared especially for him! I’m so thankful that by the grace of Jesus I will see him again. My love, thoughts and prayers to all of the family, I pray for comfort for you as you mourn the loss of such an amazing man. God bless♡
Becky Anderson says
July 17, 2014 at 2:48 pmI’ve known Bob since I was about 10 years old it is hard to imagine a world without him in it. He gave me two of the best things in my life my sweet nephews Bobby and Brett.
Jennifer Givens says
July 17, 2014 at 2:57 pmJulie,
Prayers for you and your family as you find peace knowing Bob is no longer in pain. My love to all of you.
Jennifer
Lannie and Virginia Crawford says
July 18, 2014 at 6:51 amOur thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time of loss. Although Bob started out as our insurance agent he became a dear friend. We will miss his hunting stories, his positive outlook on life, and our conversations. We wish you all peace and comfort.
Willie Williams says
July 18, 2014 at 8:00 amI am truly saddened by your loss. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. May god guide you through this difficult time.
John & Jayne Bullard says
July 18, 2014 at 9:02 amJulie and family, We are so sorry for your loss and may the Lord be with you at this time.
I know I will miss discussing many different topics with Bob from OU football to bird hunting. And will always remember times we went hunting or shooting clays.
May Gods love with all of Bob’s family and friends.
John Bullard
Michelle Button says
July 18, 2014 at 9:05 amMy prayers are with your family during this time and in the days to come. I still remember the times Sherman & I spent with your family when we lived in Springfield. Those are good memories!
Blessings,
Michelle (Sherman’s widow)
Robert and Janice Griter says
July 18, 2014 at 9:21 amOur thoughts and prayers are with Bob’s family. May God bless and comfort you all.
Randy & Karen Stiles says
July 18, 2014 at 9:38 amDear Julie And family,
We wanted you to know how sorry we were to hear about Bob. He was a wonderful man who always had a smile and laugh for everyone. We know he is finally with his Lord. We pray God will comfort you in the days to come. All our love,
Randy and Karen
Jeff and Terry Sanders says
July 18, 2014 at 11:27 amPlease know that we are sending our love, thoughts, and prayers. I have been one of Debbie Foell’s best friends since the 1970s, and though I’ve never met Bob personally, I feel as if I know him through all the wonderful things Debbie has said. I was so sad to hear of his passing, and I know how much he’s suffered, but the one comfort we can take from all of this is that he is wrapped in the Lord’s arms now. God bless all of you.
The Bussen Family says
July 18, 2014 at 9:28 pmMrs. Hendrickson, Praying for you and your family during this time. — Curt, Cyndi, Cal and Macy
Curtis and Marie Ebeling says
July 22, 2014 at 7:04 amDear Julie and Beth Ann,
Our daughter Christina Duzan shared the sad news of Bob’s death. We remember meeting you and your husband when our daughter went to WJC with Beth Ann. We are praying for your strength and comfort and asking The Lord to take care of all of your needs. In knowing Jesus as Lord and Savior there is hope and your husband and dad is now at home with Jesus.
Love and prayers,
Marie Ebeling
Christina Duzan’s mom
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