Couples: The Henrys

Samantha Henry 

City: Sherwood

Native of: North Little Rock 

Where did you grow up: Morgan/Marche 

Education: Bachelor of arts in history and M.S.E in special education 4-12, instructional specialist. 

Job: Special education teacher, Maumelle High School. 

Parents: Carl Wilkins of Morgan and Joane Wilkins of Marche. 

Hobbies/special interests: Sports, reading, watching movies, spending time with family and friends.

How would you describe yourself: Goofy, tom-boyish, hard-working, caring, family-oriented and nurturing. 

Favorite restaurant in the 501: Carino’s

Most enjoyed weekend activity: Watching Razorback sports with Eric.

Favorite quote: A family that prays together stays together.

What do you love about living in the 501: Natural beauty/green spaces.        

 

Eric Henry

Native of: Little Rock. 

Where did you grow up: The Heights.

Education: Bachelor of arts in criminal justice; master’s degree in counseling and MEd social studies education.

Job: Special education teacher at Maumelle High School.

Parents: Cloie Morgan of England (Lonoke County) and Robert Henry of Houston, Texas. 

Hobbies/special interests: Target shooting, reading, movies, spending time with friends and family.

How would you describe yourself: Family-oriented, loyal, helpful, supportive and giving. 

Favorite restaurant in the 501: Butcher Shop.

Most enjoyed weekend activity: Going to the range. 

Favorite quote: “Don’t panic.” – “Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy” by Douglas Adams.

What do you love about living in the 501: Hills and trees.

 

THEM

City: Sherwood. 

How we met: We were coworkers in the special education department at Mills High School.

The proposal: I asked her after praying before dinner.

Wedding bells: March 14, 2010, in North Little Rock.

Children: We are hoping to have at least two in the future.

Pets: Dogs Skipper (Miniature Schnauzer), Lovie (Bullmastiff) and Zena (Rottweiler).

Family activities enjoyed together: Movies, sporting events and traveling.