of Greenbrier, AR
September 13, 1940 - January 20, 2015
John D. Henderson, 74, of Greenbrier, went to be with the Lord Tuesday, January 20, 2015. He was born September 13, 1940 in Greenbrier, AR to the late John E. Henderson and Julia Merritt Henderson.
John was a Christian and a veteran of the United States Army. He was an avid hunter who also enjoyed fishing, working on his farm, and spending time with his family. John was owner and operator of Henderson Steel for over 40 years. He was recognized on a national level for his work in the construction industry. Through his many travels he made many friendships that have lasted a lifetime. John was a very unselfish person who loved to help others. He was a loving husband, father, brother and friend and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
John is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Carolyn Bradford Henderson, son Jon Ross and his wife Lindsay of Conway, brother, Jerry N. Henderson and his wife Carolyn of Greenbrier, daughter, Tammy Smith and her husband Bo of Plummerville, two nephews, Brian Henderson and Shannon Henderson and one niece, Jayla Ruple, three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday January 23, 2015 at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Greenbrier (501) 679-2575, with Bro. Carl Thomason and Bro. Daryl Black officiating. Burial will follow at East Shady Grove Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Brian Henderson, Shannon Henderson, Jeremy Ruple, Peter Guerin, Brice Gill, and Cody Lewis. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
I would like to express my sincere condolence on the loss of your loved one. In John 5:28 Jesus promised of a resurrection of our loved ones in the very near future. May Jehovah the God of all comfort grant you peace.
I am so sorry for your loss. Johnny was a good friend
Jon Ross,
We are so sorry for the loss of your dad. We will be praying for you and your family!
Jon Ross,
I'm sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Maret
Carolyn and family I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Johnny. Hold on to the good memories and turn to God and he will get you thru this. Prayers for you. Love Geral.
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you all during this time. Deena & family
So sorry to hear about Johnny. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Harold & Martha(Rowlett) Ruple
Carolyn and family, I was saddened to hear of John's passing. My thoughts and prayers for all of you. May God comfort you in your time of sorrow and beyond.
Our sympathy to all the family. We had some good times with all the cousins growing up. Johnny and my brother (Buddy/Jabo) looked so much alike. In life we all grew apart, but the memories and good times are always there. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sorry we cannot be there tomorrow.
(daughter of Lois Henderson Flanagan)
Carolyn and Jon Ross,
I am so sorry to hear about John. My thoughts and prayers are with you. John was a very nice man and he will be missed. RIP
Carolyn, I am so sorry. I wish that I could ease your pain. I am praying for you and your family. We love you dearly. I could see the love between you and Johnny. Very special to me.
Carolyn,
We were very sorry to hear of your loss. Know that our prayers are with you... I know the pain. If we can do anything to help you, even if it is just an ear to listen when you want to scream into the silence... I am here.
Carolyn and Jon Ross,
For if we live, we live to the Lord:
and if we die, we die to the Lord.
Therefore, whether we live or die, we are the Lord's. Romans14:8
God bless you,
Larry
We were sorry to hear about Johnny's death. He was my classmate for 12 years & we really had some fun times together. Our best to the family. Mel & Mary Jennings
Carolyn, both Sharon & I were so sorry to hear about Johnny's passing, I know that this is a hard time for you and the family, just know that we are praying for you and the family,we love you very much.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family for the loss of Johnnie. Being the youngest grandchild or the youngest granddaughter of the Henderson clan I remember all the good looking older cousins. He is someone to be proud of.
Carolyn and family I am so sorry for your loss.
Tammy, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. Please let us know if there is anything that we can do for you. Your Emergency Department at St Vincent Morrilton..
Carolyn and families, we are so sorry for the loss of your precious loved one. You are all in our prayers. May God comfort you every moment, and may you always have great memories to cling to. Love you.
Ms. Carolyn, Jon Ross, and family,
I am so sorry for the loss of Johnny. He was loved by many and will be greatly missed. He was a wonderful man. Prayers for comfort, peace, and understanding.
Sending my love,
Terri Jackson-Spears
I'm so very sorry for your loss. Johnny was a wonderful man and some of my earliest memories are of him and Carolyn. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
So sorry to hear of Johnny passing away he will be greatly missed, thoughts and prayers to the Family.
Carolyn and family,
My heart breaks for you. I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. No words can change the situation or make you feel any better. My prayers are that God give you peace and comfort during this difficult time and the days ahead. I feel blessed Carolyn that you became my friend and that in the process I gained John as a friend also. I will never forget the little times I would get a grin out of him....(I don't know what he was really thinking ... LOL and not sure I would of wanted to either.) Carolyn- you have stood with me through some rough times.... I am here for you... I wish I could take this pain away and as you said bring him home to you... but I can't but I can prayer that you find comfort and peace. Remember the good times you have had and cherish them. You are all in my prayers. Love to you all.
Our deepest sympathy to all the family. You are all in our prayers. We too will miss Mr. John very much.
Mrs Carolyn,
We are so sorry about John. He will be so deeply missed. He was always such a good friend to Bryan!! Thinking of you during this time. We are here if you need us for anything.