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Robert E. Honeysucker
January 13, 1943 ~ October 7, 2017 (age 74) 74 Years Old Light a Candle
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A candle was lit by Dan
on November 5, 2020 3:38 AM
A candle was lit by Marie-Christine
on July 14, 2018 11:59 PM
Message from Dr. Phillip Woods
March 13, 2018 6:21 PM
During my 22 years living in Boston and working in the music department at People's Baptist Church and several other churches, I became well-acquainted with Mr. Honeysucker as one of the premier baritone soloists in the area. And as an African American musician steeped in classical genres, he touched me on even deeper levels; his artistry inspired me to be the best musician I could be, and enriched my own knowledge about African Americans in classical music. I only learned today of his passing. It's hard to imagine a world without his voice.
Message from Stella Shibley Phipps
October 29, 2017 9:04 AM
As I was googling to see if Mr. Honeysucker would be singing his magnificent "The Trumpet Shall Sound" from The Messiah this year, his obituary came as a profound shock. My only consolationt is that our loss is heaven's gain.
A candle was lit by Josie Rosenthal
on October 25, 2017 3:48 AM
Message from betty j hillmon
October 24, 2017 7:48 PM
My prayers for Bob's family. I was so blessed to know Bob's voice, to experience his love of life and to have played in performances with him. Rest in peace.
Message from Roblyn Smith
October 15, 2017 8:00 PM
Peace & Blessings to the Family. Keeping you all in Prayer
Message from Rose Parkman
October 15, 2017 6:20 AM
Will miss this great voice. Rose Parkman, Tougaloo class of 1968
Message from Charlotte Roth WOLFE
October 14, 2017 7:18 PM
The New England Opera Club officially honored Robert Honeysucker in 1995, having followed his glorious operatic baritone career and community participation for many years before and since. We send condolences to his family, hoping that they will find some consolation as they recall happy and memorable events they shared with this outstanding gentleman.
Charlotte Roth WOLFE, Past President
New England Opera Club
Charlotte Roth WOLFE, Past President
New England Opera Club
Message from Jerry T Sherman
October 14, 2017 5:46 PM
Bob will be missed, I always enjoyed his singing although I did not know him, he seemed very gracious. May his singing be with the Angels.
A candle was lit by Arduria Robinson Crawford - Tougaloo College- Class of 1967.
on October 14, 2017 4:44 PM
Message from Michael Wheeler and family
October 14, 2017 8:07 AM
Damian and Alan,
Words cannot express what you're feeling, as it's a powerful and profound sense of loss that can be fully expressed only through the wordless groans of the Holy Spirit. May He share these with God the Father so that He may bring to you and your entire family comfort during this time. As you think about your father, thank God for the years you had with him and the fond memories you have now. Your father was a gift from God that, thankfully, the rest of us were able to share and enjoy.
You will be in our prayers and I trust you and your sorrow will also be in God's heart. May He show Himself strong to you today and in the days to come.
Words cannot express what you're feeling, as it's a powerful and profound sense of loss that can be fully expressed only through the wordless groans of the Holy Spirit. May He share these with God the Father so that He may bring to you and your entire family comfort during this time. As you think about your father, thank God for the years you had with him and the fond memories you have now. Your father was a gift from God that, thankfully, the rest of us were able to share and enjoy.
You will be in our prayers and I trust you and your sorrow will also be in God's heart. May He show Himself strong to you today and in the days to come.
A candle was lit by Michael Wheeler
on October 14, 2017 7:51 AM
Message from Terry King
October 13, 2017 3:27 PM
He will truly be missed--my dear colleague at Longy for so many years, a man of artistry and integrity, both in equal amounts. We have lost a true friend.
Message from Art LaMan
October 12, 2017 4:40 PM
I'm sad to hear this news! Robert was a wonderful singer and always gracious in person to everyone around him. My deepest sympathies to your entire family. May he rest in peace.
A SPATHIPHYLLUM was sent on October 12, 2017
We express our deepest condolence in the lost of our beloved classmate. We pray God's comfort to the entire family. Our love and prayers, Hamilton High School Class of 1960 Memphis, TN
Message from Wrensey and Eddye Gill
October 12, 2017 12:01 PM
To Robert's Family:
We share in your sorrow, and at the same time rejoice in the fact that we knew such a wonderful person. The four years of high school at Hamilton High in Memphis, TN would not have been the same without the marvelous baritone sound from our distinguished classmate. God allowed him to be with us for our 50th and 52nd High School Reunions. We were hoping to reunite again, but our God wanted Robert to be a part of His heavenly choir and inspire the saints and angels as he had done during his life on earth.
We will always have a place in our hearts for Robert. Our love and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Wrensey and Eddye Gill
Hamilton High School Class of 1960
Memphis, TN
We share in your sorrow, and at the same time rejoice in the fact that we knew such a wonderful person. The four years of high school at Hamilton High in Memphis, TN would not have been the same without the marvelous baritone sound from our distinguished classmate. God allowed him to be with us for our 50th and 52nd High School Reunions. We were hoping to reunite again, but our God wanted Robert to be a part of His heavenly choir and inspire the saints and angels as he had done during his life on earth.
We will always have a place in our hearts for Robert. Our love and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Wrensey and Eddye Gill
Hamilton High School Class of 1960
Memphis, TN
Message from Frank Cunningham
October 11, 2017 9:12 PM
What a Voice ! What a Man ! We will miss you, Bob.
Message from Patricia Whalen & Stephen Hein
October 11, 2017 7:02 PM
We were greatly saddened to hear of Robert's passing. For many years we came to the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston on Valentine's Day to hear him sing love duets with Nancy Armstrong. What a privilege to hear his beautiful, resonant voice. We will never forget him or that amazing voice. We know that God must have needed a more than worthy voice such as his for the heavenly choir. He will be sorely missed by his earthly fans. Rest in peace.
Message from Karen Krieger
October 11, 2017 3:19 PM
To a dear friend, Bob,
You will be missed. Your voice, your love of people but most of all because of your humanity, kindness and the love you shared with all of us. Know that the Krieger-Thompson family members mourn your loss. We know we will see you again!!
Love from Karen and family
You will be missed. Your voice, your love of people but most of all because of your humanity, kindness and the love you shared with all of us. Know that the Krieger-Thompson family members mourn your loss. We know we will see you again!!
Love from Karen and family
Message from Rabbi David J. Meyer
October 11, 2017 1:05 PM
All of us at Temple Emanu-El are terribly saddened by the news of Robert's sudden passing.
Robert has been our baritone singer for the High Holydays for more than two decades, and has elevated and enhanced our worship immeasurably each and every year. In addition, he always found personal inspiration from the sermons delivered by Rabbi Meyer at the holyday season, and felt a keen sense of belonging and kinship to our congregation. Our entire community sends condolences to Robert’s dear family, and with gratitude for all he has brought to the beauty of our worship, know that his memory will long endure for blessing.
Robert has been our baritone singer for the High Holydays for more than two decades, and has elevated and enhanced our worship immeasurably each and every year. In addition, he always found personal inspiration from the sermons delivered by Rabbi Meyer at the holyday season, and felt a keen sense of belonging and kinship to our congregation. Our entire community sends condolences to Robert’s dear family, and with gratitude for all he has brought to the beauty of our worship, know that his memory will long endure for blessing.
Message from Andrew Castiglione
October 11, 2017 12:21 PM
When you sang, the churches and the concert halls were filled with such a magnificent sound. I was so privileged to hear you sing, mainly at Emmanuel Church, Boston. You sang in the choir and I was the organist. Thanks for the compliment! You enjoyed my hymn playing and I certainly your singing. God's love to you and your family.
Andy Castiglione
Andy Castiglione
Message from George-Patrick Johnson
October 10, 2017 11:16 PM
Dear Damien and Allen,
Larry R and often served babysitters while at TOUGALOO !
Such wonderful memories or those times...
I have learned of the transition of my beloved mentor, Choral Director, teacher and friend.
Robert Honeysucker
Robert Honeysucker, Baritone
Slowly as I weep in my sudden pain, the joy of the Lord is also rushing through my veins for truly I know all will be well with my soul!
Bob affectionately known to many of TOUGALOO COLLEGE CHOIR MEMBERSHIP was remarkable, down to earth man among men!
Robert Honeysucker awarded my FULL Choral Music Scholarship to Tougaloo College one year in advance of my graduating from COLEMAN HIGH SCHOOL and for many reasons this was held in secret until the
SENIOR CLASS NIGHT of my graduating year where the entire class/city was shocked with the formal announcement.
Even though I had sung with the CHS Glee Club from 7th to 11th grades of my high school journey many were unaware of my final year’s protest in regard to Choral Leadership of the day!
While much credit is given to the remarkable teacher (H.L.J.) for whom I had learned so many of my skills my natural talent was God’s gift! God opened doors when others offered no help at all!
Discretion continued as countless discussions were being conducted of where my college education would begin but it was willed that a beautiful wedding was being planned and Robert Honeysucker and I shared in the ceremony.
The rest is history that I have cherished a lifetime!
In Peace
I love you Robert Honeysucker!
Thank you yet again...
Larry R and often served babysitters while at TOUGALOO !
Such wonderful memories or those times...
I have learned of the transition of my beloved mentor, Choral Director, teacher and friend.
Robert Honeysucker
Robert Honeysucker, Baritone
Slowly as I weep in my sudden pain, the joy of the Lord is also rushing through my veins for truly I know all will be well with my soul!
Bob affectionately known to many of TOUGALOO COLLEGE CHOIR MEMBERSHIP was remarkable, down to earth man among men!
Robert Honeysucker awarded my FULL Choral Music Scholarship to Tougaloo College one year in advance of my graduating from COLEMAN HIGH SCHOOL and for many reasons this was held in secret until the
SENIOR CLASS NIGHT of my graduating year where the entire class/city was shocked with the formal announcement.
Even though I had sung with the CHS Glee Club from 7th to 11th grades of my high school journey many were unaware of my final year’s protest in regard to Choral Leadership of the day!
While much credit is given to the remarkable teacher (H.L.J.) for whom I had learned so many of my skills my natural talent was God’s gift! God opened doors when others offered no help at all!
Discretion continued as countless discussions were being conducted of where my college education would begin but it was willed that a beautiful wedding was being planned and Robert Honeysucker and I shared in the ceremony.
The rest is history that I have cherished a lifetime!
In Peace
I love you Robert Honeysucker!
Thank you yet again...
A candle was lit by George-Patrick Johnson, Tougaloo College 1970-1974)
on October 10, 2017 11:08 PM
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