Obituary of Willie McKinley Henderson

Willie McKinley Henderson Jr was born June 28, 1946 to the late Willie McKinley Henderson Sr and Mary Nancy Walker- Henderson in  New Boston, TX. On  April 11, 2020 our loving brother stepped across the threshold  called death, and is at peace with God now and rejoicing in his happy new home. Even though Willie did not frequent church services regularly, he was a Christian. He graduated from Central High School in New Boston TX.  As a small child, Willie loved breaking down cars and rebuilding them. During Willie's lifetime, he worked on numerous jobs (Lone Star Ammunition Plant, Self-employed mechanic, and Red River Army Depot where he retired). He loved being an automobile mechanic and was a dynamic one. Willie was a loving and family oriented man. He is preceded in death by his  parents Willie Henderson Sr and Nancy Walker-Henderson and one brother, Peter Joe Robinson.

 

FOND MEMORIES: He loved telling jokes, and old time stories, he also enjoyed watching old time movies. his favorite show was Walker Texas Ranger, and his favorite song was "A Change Is Gonna Come" by Sam Cooke.

 

He Leaves to Cherish in his Memories:

Spouse: Emma Houff- Henderson 

1 Son: Carlos (Natisha) Henderson Sr

3 Grandsons: Carlos Henderson Jr, Tahjarrion Henderson, and Xavier Henderson

1 Granddaughter: Haley Bee Henderson 

2 Great-Grands: Paizleigh and Prezleigh Henderson

3 Brothers: John (Naomi) Henderson, Tom (Cynthia) Henderson, and Norman (Patricia) Henderson

1 Sister: Nancy Nell Martin

Willie is also survived by a number of nieces, nephews, and other close relatives and friends.

 

 

 

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