Philip had a contagious smile. He always had a word.  His personality was genuine.  He was Maddie’s first Love, Caleb’s Hero and Frat Brother. He was resilient in whatever life choices he chose to pursue. He genuinely connected with everyone, and was respected from every walk of life. Philip Bread Henry IV was the only child born to Philip Bread Henry III and Susan Marie White-Henry, April 5, 1974.

Philip was raised in Hot Springs, AR by his mother Susan “Sue” Henry, grandparents Ida and Harriel D. White II. His mother and grandparents taught him the values of faith, family, loyalty, love, and community. These five intrinsic values would carry him throughout adulthood into important relationships with family, friends, and coworkers. Many of his cousins were more like siblings.

Always popular among peers, Philip made a name for himself from a very young age as a leader and a trend setter. Philip was fortunate to find eight childhood friends who became his brothers for life. The brotherhood called themselves “The 9.5s”. Their friendship spanned over four decades.

Education and knowledge were very important to Philip. He graduated with honors in 1992 from Hot Springs High School in Hot Springs, AR. Upon graduation, he chose Delaware State University, a world-renown Historically Black College. While a student at Delaware State, Philp pledged Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity and graduated with a business degree in May 1997. After graduating, Phillip returned to Hot Springs, AR to begin his professional career. With the sudden death of his mother Susan, Phillip moved to Fayetteville, AR to be closer to his sister Brandi. It was there he met Regina Thompson. Regina and Philip were married February 12, 2007 in Fayetteville, AR. Upon their union, they brought Caleb and Madison Henry into the world.

Philip had a lifelong love for BBQ and desire to perfect a specific taste. He specialized in preparing ribs and brisket in a creative way that was always a party favorite. His unwavering faith in Jesus Christ has been passed down to his children, continuing to inspire them in their respective journey. He had a deep passion for music, which brought joy to his life and those around him. Known for his impeccable style, he always had on a fit, with his most infamous outfit being True Religion jeans, a hat from Lids, a Polo shirt, and Timberlands. Above all, he leaves behind a legacy of generosity that will be remembered by everyone who knew him.

Life for Philip was not always without setbacks, disappointments, and heartaches. Diagnosed with some health issues in the last few years, Philip was forced to adjust and learn to live life differently. He depended on lifelong friendships and family to find peace in the middle of life’s storms. January 11, 2025, our Phil, Daddy, Bubby, friend, and colleague storm came to an end. He quietly transitioned in his sleep.

Philip was preceded in death by his mother, Susan “Sue” White-Henry; his grandmothers, Ida Samuels-White and Louise J. Jones; grandfathers, Harriel D. White III and Philip B. Henry II.

Those left to cherish Philip’s memory are; his altruistic wife Regina: four sons, Keyiondre (Danisha)Walker Louisville, KY, Philip Bread Henry V, & Douglas Henry Phoenix, AZ and Caleb Henry Fayetteville, AR; one daughter, Madison Henry Fayetteville, AR; his father Philip Bread(Wendelin) Henry III Dover, DE; five sisters; Brandi(Hendrix) Branch-Bradford Lowell, AR, I’Nita White, Grand Prairie, TX, Heather L.(Gene)Henry-Hacker, Oakland, CA, Kia T. Henry, Odenton, MD, and Jenal j. Henry (Eric), Hanover, MD, fur babies King Winston Henry, Prince Hakeem Henry, Patches Alicious Henry, and Duchess Bella Leigh Henry.

Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Saturday, January 25, 2025 at St. James Missionary Baptist Church in Fayetteville.

A visitation will be held from 10:00 AM until service-time at the church on Saturday.

Interment will be in Crestview Cemetery in Hot Springs on Monday, January 27, 2025.