Robert A. Henrichsen

Robert A. Henrichsen, age 87 passed away peacefully on September 22, 2026 in Omaha, NE.

He was born in Harlan Iowa in 1939. Bob was the second son born to Karl and Lettie (Grobeck) Henrichsen. The family owned a small Red and White grocery store. In 1941 the family of four moved to south Omaha where they worked on the Grobeck Dairy Farm. That pastureland is the present day Springlake Golf Course.

Bob attended Vinton Grade School and then Omaha South High School. He was a member of the R.O.T.C. and after graduation he was active-duty Cost Guard. He remained with the Cost Guard Reserves until 1967. Bob also began his career at U.S. National Bank which is where he stayed for many years until he made a change to Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska. He also attended Omaha University.

Bob enjoyed golf his entire life and played on several leagues. He held Captain and Secretary positions on the American Institute of Banking golf teams. He also enjoyed square dancing and traveling.

Bob was also involved in the community. He joined the Omaha Concord Club in 1974 and was president of the organization in 1982 and '83. He was a favorite as an emcee during the College World Series team banquets. He always had a few jokes up his sleeve.

Bob attended All Saints Episcopal Church where he also held many positions such as Vestryman, facilities manager and Deacon. He was a volunteer Police Chaplain for the Omaha Police Department, and the Ovation Assisted Living Resident Chaplain.

Bob is survived by his caring wife Sula Grace Henrichsen, his brother Carl Dan (Carolyn) Henrichsen, and six children; Eric (Jan) Henrichsen, Matt (Kathie) Metz, Steve (Patty) Henrichsen, Merry Jane (Ivan) Metz Martinez, Karen (Thomas) Heng, and Amy (Gary) Sullivan.

In lieu of flowers send donations to All Saints Episcopal Church or the charity of your choice.

Celebration of Bob's Life will be held 11:00am., Saturday, October 17, 2026. with visitation starting at 10:00am., All Saints Episcopal Church 9302 Blondo Street Omaha, Ne 68134