Update: Bengals wide receiver Chris Henry dies from accident-related injuries

[iceberg]

Very sad, especially this time of year. This is a time when families get together and celebrate the holiday. Regardless of what he has done he is still somebody son. Praying God be with the family at this time.

just over 3 years ago, i lost my mother and grandmother in the span of 10 days. it's a terrible thing for those who love you "unconditionally" to go through. it must be even worse when others choose this time to take shots.

it is terrible for the family and every year it's going to hurt all over again and i strongly empathize, as i'm sure many people have to do as well, with their situation and can only pray they find a way to get past it and remember what must be some good times and memories.

 

[WoodysGirl]

More info added to original PFT report - http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2009/12/17/chris-henry-passes-away/

Chris Henry spoke with the Cincinnati Enquirer about his family and the changes in his life in a video interview in September.

Mike Brown said over the summer that one reason he agreed to tape Hard Knocks on HBO was to showcase players like Henry.

"Chris Henry is a good example. If you knew him only by hearsay you would think he is some kind of ogre," Brown said.. "It's not true. He's a good person. When you see him up close, you'll find that you'll like him. He'll be soft spoken and a pleasant person. People who understand him to be different (will) now know better."

Throughout all his off-field troubles, Henry's teammates often said similar things. That he appeared to settled his life down makes Thursday's news all the more tragic.

 

[Danny White]

SI.com might want to choose their banner ads more carefully:

 

[adbutcher]

just over 3 years ago, i lost my mother and grandmother in the span of 10 days. it's a terrible thing for those who love you "unconditionally" to go through. it must be even worse when others choose this time to take shots.

it is terrible for the family and every year it's going to hurt all over again and i strongly empathize, as i'm sure many people have to do as well, with their situation and can only pray they find a way to get past it and remember what must be some good times and memories.

Indeed. Death of family and friends really has a way of letting you know what is important in life. I loss my brother to a car accident and even though I have long since grieved, it is something that you never truly get over.

 

[thisisepic]

Wow, what a strange story. RIP Mr. Henry.

 

[WoodysGirl]

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Media reports say that Cincinnati Bengals receiver Chris Henry has died.
As previously reported this morning, he was involved in some sort of domestic dispute with his fiance (very recently engaged) Loleini late last night where he fell off the back of a truck. And he was fighting for his life throughout the night. Chris reportedly died around 6:30am EST this morning. He leaves behind 3 children with his fiance. So senseless and sad.

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The crazy part–the two had JUST recently gotten engaged and Loleini had just written a ******* status saying she had just paid for their wedding rings a few hours before police were called.

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Here’s a few of her recent messages:

“Jus put deposIt down 4 weDDing piCs… Paid 4 ouR riNgs… Bout 2 eaT wiT my maN n bay bayz…. Startin 2 geT a headache thinKing bouT dis weddin.. I need A cuP,” wrote Chris Henry’s fiancee just 23 hours ago.

“GoT all 15 of my briDesMaids fiTTeD… Mah 4 maids of honors nexT.. All da boyz ready 2 b fiTTed…. Oh ya n my WeDding dreSs is oFF da ChaiN.. Got my sleeve” in a ******* post that describes her mood as “workin” posted on December 14th.

“ThiS youR girL LoLeInI SiLiKa..soon to HenRy.. I haVe a BleSSed Life… I am bleSSed to havE thRee beaUtiFuL kIds.. I come from from a wonderful family…U caN say thaT beIn a mom has cHangeD me in a LOt of wayz.. Now that I haVe childRen thiNgz that uSeD to Matter r JuSt a WasTe of TIme..

deY saY oncE a gangstA alwaYs a gangstA.. thoughT dem dayZ were ova haha.. u kno i gotta sT@y straPPed..


Homegirl looks just like Monica “Danger” Leon to me. And clearly she has her ways too. She has a Pacific Island background and a Communicationsdegree from North Carolina A&T. The couple has three kids together–DeMarcus, 10 months; Seini, 3, and Chris Jr., 2. They also have a home in Wyoming.

 

[ABQCOWBOY]

Terrible news. I have never been a fan of Henry but I don't wish this on anybody. Just terrible for his young family.

Condolences to his entire family.

RIP

 

[CalCBFan]

I started watching that last year when I got out of the hospital. Facinating show. Apparently I was in ICU for near a week but only remember a few moments here and there.

Glad you made it through ok Cliff, and can be here to respond to my post. That show will also make you realize the benefits of wearing a seatbelt...

 

[Danny White]

Here’s a few of her recent messages:

“Jus put deposIt down 4 weDDing piCs… Paid 4 ouR riNgs… Bout 2 eaT wiT my maN n bay bayz…. Startin 2 geT a headache thinKing bouT dis weddin.. I need A cuP,” wrote Chris Henry’s fiancee just 23 hours ago.

“GoT all 15 of my briDesMaids fiTTeD… Mah 4 maids of honors nexT.. All da boyz ready 2 b fiTTed…. Oh ya n my WeDding dreSs is oFF da ChaiN.. Got my sleeve” in a ******* post that describes her mood as “workin” posted on December 14th.

“ThiS youR girL LoLeInI SiLiKa..soon to HenRy.. I haVe a BleSSed Life… I am bleSSed to havE thRee beaUtiFuL kIds.. I come from from a wonderful family…U caN say thaT beIn a mom has cHangeD me in a LOt of wayz.. Now that I haVe childRen thiNgz that uSeD to Matter r JuSt a WasTe of TIme..

deY saY oncE a gangstA alwaYs a gangstA.. thoughT dem dayZ were ova haha.. u kno i gotta sT@y straPPed..


Homegirl looks just like Monica “Danger” Leon to me. And clearly she has her ways too. She has a Pacific Island background and a Communications degree from North Carolina A&T. The couple has three kids together–DeMarcus, 10 months; Seini, 3, and Chris Jr., 2. They also have a home in Wyoming.

North Carolina A&T should have it's accreditation looked into.

 

[DallasCowpoke]

Sad news, especially this time of year. Thoughts and prayers.

Gotta feel for the Bengals organization too, having to deal with this sort of tragedy now a second time.

 

[tyke1doe]

North Carolina A&T should have it's accreditation looked into.

:laugh2:

Gotta find some humor in a tragic situation like this.

 

[Cowboy Brian]

DeMarcus is a cool name for a kid.

RIP.