Robert "Bob" E. Henrikson

February 13, 1933 - April 5, 2021

Robert “Bob” E. Henrikson, age 88 of Mentor, passed away Monday, April 5, 2021 at Lake West Medical Center. He was born February 13, 1933 in Cleveland, OH to the late John and Ellen Henrikson. He was married to Ruth on September 25, 1952, and enjoyed 62 wonderful years of marriage. He retired after 35 years with General Electric Medical Systems. In his younger years, he was an avid downhill skier. Subsequent to retirement, he volunteered his time at Fieldstone Farms Therapeutic Riding Center and visited patients with his therapy dog, McKay. He was the best horseshow and ski race team Dad. He enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren, a round of golf with his buddies, an afternoon ball game, sitting outside with Milo just watching the world go by, and trips to Oldenburg, Indiana. Survivors include his wife, Ruth (nee Dietz) Henrikson; children, Kirk (Alicia) Henrikson and Karen (Mike) Boysen; and grandchildren, Becky, Libby, and Adam. He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings. The family will receive friends from 12:15-1:15 p.m., Friday, April 9, 2021 at St. Gabriel Church, 9925 Johnnycake Ridge Road, Concord, OH 44060. A funeral mass will be held immediately after at 1:15 pm at the church. Burial will follow in All Souls Cemetery, Chardon. Masks are required and social distancing is encouraged during all publicly attended events. Contributions in memory of Bob may be made to the Fieldstone Farm Therapeutic Riding Center, 16497 Snyder Rd., Chagrin Falls, OH 44023 or to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, 1404 E. 9th Street 3rd Floor, Cleveland, OH 44114. Please offer condolences at www.brunners.com