Obituaries
Gordon W. Henson, Sr., 85
November 27, 2013
Gordon W. Henson, Sr., 85, of New Providence, PA, passed away on Wednesday, November 27, 2013 at home. Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late George and Estelle (Stewart) Henson. Gordon was the husband of 45 years to Marcia (Roche) Henson.
A veteran, he served his country in the U.S. Army. Gordon was a chef at the VA Medical Center, Coatesville, PA. He enjoyed construction projects, fishing, target shooting and playing pool. Gordon was a great cook.
Surviving in addition to his wife, Marcia, Gordon is survived by his children: Beverly Watt, Yvonne Elaine Grimes, wife of Douglas, Theresa Mendez, wife of Victor, of Virginia Beach, VA, Marilyn Culbreth, wife of Roger, Marvin Henson, Larry Lee Henson, Sr., husband of Nancy, and George Michael Henson, companion of Mary K. Hughes, all of Lancaster, PA; a step-daughter, Caryn Galloway; a step-son, Donald Barron; a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Sarah Wilson of Philadelphia, PA; a niece, Diane Willis and a nephew, Vance Wilson, Jr. of Philadelphia, PA; and many nieces and nephews from Long Branch, NJ.
Gordon was preceded in death by 3 children: Gordon W. Henson, Jr., Brenda L. (Henson) Brown and Tyler L. Henson; 4 brothers: George, John, Frank and Ervin Henson; and preceded in death by Barbara J. Rodriquez.
Services will be private and at the convenience of the family. Contributions may be made in Gordon’s name to Hospice & Community Care, 685 Good Drive, Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604.
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Condolences to the Family
November 06, 2022
Pop pop🥺 I ran across this today on accident. I instantly became flushed with all kind of emotions. I always have a hard time seeing your pictures & it was beyond overwhelming at your funeral service. We didn’t get to spend as much time together as most would like. Nevertheless the love & connection remained strong. I love you and you live on in us. Your features still remain dominant down to the youngest of the hensons🥰🧬🤗 Estella Henson
December 08, 2013
To: Marcia, my sisters, and brothers, and all family members, we have all lost a loved one that we will miss so dearly. Dad is now resting peacefully with our family members that have gone before him. I will continue to keep all of you lifted in prayer and pray that God will give all the strength that is needed. With Love and peace to all. Theresa (Henson) Mendez.
December 06, 2013
To the Henson Family,
I am so sorry for your lost, I know that God makes no mistakes and it is well. I feel like I am part of this family knowing Theresa for more than 20 years, I have adopted myself in this family that I love. Be strong and of good courage. Always in my thoughts.
Francess Cooper
December 02, 2013
Dear Marcia and family,
We were so sorry to read of Gordon’s passing. We hope and pray that the many wonderful memories you have of him will help to comfort you at this difficult time. Our deepest sympathies go out to you and our thoughts are with you all.
Pat & Deb Busser {friends of Donald}
December 02, 2013
I send my deepest condolences to my HENSON family from Philadelphia, Charmaine Dennison Goldsmith, daughter of his first cousin the late Margaret A. Stewart Dennison and her twin sister Meta R. Stewart Halls. Daisy….I pray we can reconnnect…so sorry for your loss. My father just passed also June 13th…so…I share your loss..Cousin Charmaine
