North Little Rock , Arkansas
1919 - 2004
Mary E. Hendrickson , of North Little Rock passed away Monday, September 27, 2004. She was born February 14, 1919 in Carthage, Mississippi to Dudley and Nita Massey. She was a true lady and loved by all who knew her.
Mary was a graduate of Mississippi State College for Women and started her career as an executive secretary with the Veterans Administration in Little Rock. In 1958 she started teaching business subjects at North Little Rock Sr. High so that she could be with her children during the summer. She retired in 1981 as Head of The Business Department at North Little Rock Sr. High.
Mary was an active member of First United Methodist Church of North Little Rock, a member of the Fellowship Sunday School Class, Heatlinks and the Pearle McCain Circle. She was a member of the Acropolis Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association for 36 years, the North Little Rock Women’s Club, Salvation Army Auxiliary and Shepherd’s Center.
She is preceded in death by her husband, of 47 years, Joseph, her parents and her brother, Dudley Massey. She is survived by her son, John J. Hendrickson and his wife, Carolyn, their son, Witt; daughter, Jo Roberts and her husband, Hugh and children Ashley, Alex and his wife, Michelle; and several nieces and many, many friends.
She was a generous and caring friend, a loving wife and a wonderful mother and grandmother. She had a full and happy life and is now at peace.
The family extends a special thanks to Dr. Greg Bienvenu, Dr. Lawrence Mendelsohn and the nurses and aides at Baptist Hospital Springhill for their love and care for Mary.
Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church in North Little Rock or the American Cancer Society.
Funeral service will be 2:00 P.M., Wednesday at First United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Rest Hills Memorial Park Mausoleum. Family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M., Tuesday at North Little Rock Funeral Home, 1921 Main St., 758-1170. Online obituary and guest register at www.northlittlerockfuneralhome.com.
Jo and Hugh,
I was very sorry to hear of the loss of your mom, she was a sweet lady, my prayers are with you both. Evelyn
Evelyn Douglas
October 01, 2004 | North Little Rock, AR
Mrs. Hendrickson was also my shorthand and typing teacher in the
mid-sixties. She was a great
teacher....I remember typing
"now is the time for all good men to come to the aid of their country" many, many times! I graduated in 1965 and went on to
attend UCA and have been employed by Conway Public Schools for several years. My thoughts and
prayers are with you, her family.
Sincerely, Nancy Moix
Nancy Moix
October 01, 2004 | Conway, AR
Mrs. Hendrickson was my Business teacher (typing and shorthand) in 1965-66. She gave us the entry test into Federal Government, and in early 1967 I went to work for the U.S. Small Business Administration as a clerk-steno. Later, I went to college at night and am now the head of the SBA here in Arkansas. She was an inspiration and I credit her with where I am today. Thanks for sharing your precious Mother with so many of us.
Linda (Loy) Nelson
September 29, 2004 | Little Rock, AR
Jo Ellen,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of your family today. Your mother was a very special lady, and one of the best teachers ever. I will always cherish the memories of your wonderful parents, and the many play houses we built.
Sincerely,
Susan Salkeld Ralls
September 29, 2004 | Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Hugh & Jo
Just to let you know you are in our prayers. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.
George Snyder
September 29, 2004 | Cabot, AR
Hugh and Jo:
I am sorry for your loss. I know that God will be with you and strengthen you during this time. Find comfort in Him.
Michael Kaucher
September 29, 2004 | Mabelvale, AR
JoEllen, John and family, I remember your mother vividly. She was such a lovely southern lady. I have great memories of our childhood, playing in your yard while your mom cooked for us and going to the lake cabin with you and your parents. She was a wonderful person, wife, mother and friend. I am honored to have known her and proud that I could stay in touch with her throughout my adult life. I've said many times, she was my favorite teacher. She will be missed by many. Please accept my...
Ginger Salkeld Yates
September 28, 2004 | Conway, AR
Jo (Tut), It's been many years since
I have seen your mom, but I will
never forget how sweet and kind she
always was to all of us kids hanging
around her house. My thoughts and
prayers are with you...love, ginny
Ginny Jayroe
September 28, 2004 | Sherwood, AR
Jo, Hugh, and family - we share your grief in the passing of a lovely lady who meant so much to so many. We also celebrate her new life in the joy she so richly deserves.
Clarence, Mike, and Linda White
September 28, 2004 | North Little, AR
