Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
George Hendrickson Obituary
George "Pete" Hendrickson, a lifelong area resident, passed away on Tuesday, September 2, 2008, at St. Luke's Cornwall Hospital in Newburgh. He was 81.
The son of the late Ethel Hendrickson, he was born January 3, 1927 in Highland Falls.
He was the retired owner of Pete's Home Repairs in Highland Falls and was a veteran of the United States Navy, serving during World War II. Pete was an honorary member of the Highland Falls Fire Department; a volunteer for the Meals on Wheels program; a former member of the Village of Highland Falls Planning Board; and a former member and Chairman of the Zoning Board of Appeals for the Village of Highland Falls.
Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Jane A. Borger Hendrickson of Highland Falls; son, Peter Hendrickson and his wife, Janet of Columbia, Connecticut; daughter, Susie Hall and her husband, Dick of Highland Falls; four grandchildren: Kenneth & Kelly Hall and Seth & Alden Hendrickson; nieces and nephews, and his beloved dog, J.J.
Visitation will be on Friday, September 5, from 7 to 9 p.m. at William F. Hogan Funeral Home, 135 Main St., Highland Falls.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 6, at 11 a.m. in the funeral home, with Pastor Scharlise Dorsey officiating. Interment will follow in Eagle Valley Cemetery in the Town of Highlands.
Memorial contributions may be made to Highland Falls Fire Department, 9 Mountain Ave., Highland Falls, NY 10928 or Town of Highlands Ambulance Corps, 37 Main St., Highland Falls, NY 10928.
Funeral arrangements were made by William F. Hogan Funeral Home; 845-446-2868.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for George Hendrickson
5 Entries
Kevin & Debbie Armstrong
September 5, 2008
To the Hendrickson family,
Our deepest condolences to your family. Mr. Hendrickson was a wonderful person. God Bless.
ED AYER AND FAMILY
September 5, 2008
suzan and dicky, i am so sorry for the loss of your father. he was a good friend of the V F W and my father.your father, as is mine, resting and living a wonderful life with our lord jesus christ. no pain or lifes troubles, just pure joy everyday.
FR. MICHAEL PALAZZO
September 4, 2008
EACH TIME I GET A CHANCE TO GO BACK HOME TO KLEITZ I LOOK UP TO THE TOP OF HILLSIDE AND RECALL THAT GREEN AND WHITE TRUCK COMING DOWN THE HILL TO START THE WORK DAY SOMEWHERE IN TOWN. MY PRAYERS TO ALL AT THIS TIME OF LOSS. I WILL OFFER A MASS AT THE FIRST OPPORTUNITY FOR THE REPOSE OF THE SOUL OF "MR. PETE". ANOTHER "HILLTOPPER" ENTERING INTO GOD'S SACRED GROUND.
Joanne Rafferty
September 4, 2008
I am so sorry to hear about. Mr. Hendricksons passing. He was a great friend to my father and family. My prayers are with all of you.
Peace,
Joanne Rafferty
Jaime Cote
September 4, 2008
Dear Mrs Hendrickson,
I'm so sorry to hear about your husband's passing. We miss him walking his dog up and down Mearns Avenue. A very nice man.
Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Cote'
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 results
Make a Donation
in George Hendrickson's name
Memorial Events
for George Hendrickson
How to support George's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor George Hendrickson's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
