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Franklin Henshaw Obituary
He was born in Dinwiddie County, Va., the son of the late John Lee and Gertrude Maile Henshaw. Mr. Henshaw was also preceded in death by his siblings, Calvin L. Henshaw, Dorothy M. Henshaw Vaughan, Dahlia E. Henshaw Collins and John L. Henshaw Jr. He was a painting contractor in the Tri-City area for over 40 years, and a member of the Home Builders Association. He was a member of West End Baptist Church for 53 years.
He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Roselyn Harvanek Henshaw; his children, Franklin Henshaw Jr., and Karen Henshaw-Hatter and husband, Frank; randchildren, LeAndra Nicole Crump and Ryan Frank Hatter; siblings, Glenn Howard Henshaw, Robert C. Henshaw (Pam), Elinor G. Jones (Gilbert) and Alice Louise Putney; a sister-in-law, Hazel L. Henshaw; a devoted nephew, Glenn H. Henshaw; close sisters and brothers-in-law, Elsie H. Harrison, Margaret H. Belcher, Adella Swimelar, Mildred H. Mulder (Huss), Edith Daulton (Vernon), Jules Harvanek (Barbara), Edward J. Harvanek, Raymond H. Harvanek (Darlene) and Alvin L. Harvanek (Jean); numerous favorite nieces and nephews; and special neighbors and close friends, Vickie and Bucky Costley, and Audrey Elwell.
The family will receive friends at the Petersburg chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010. Funeral services will take place at West End Baptist Church at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 17. Interment will follow in Southlawn Memorial Park, Prince George. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the West End Baptist Church at 6506 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, VA 23803. Condolences to the family may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com.
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emily morris williams
November 16, 2010
Roselyn, My heart goes out to you in the loss of your husband. You may not remember me but you and I both attended Waverly Hi together at least 60 yrs ago. My spouse passed away 15 yrs. ago so I have an idea of your feelings at this time.
Angel Stone
November 15, 2010
Frankie and Family,
Thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Steven & Deborah Crowder
November 15, 2010
Dear Frankie & Family,
We are very saddened to learn of the loss of your father. Our hearts go out to you in this very difficult time. May you find peace in knowing that he is no longer suffering and has gone to be with the Lord. We know you will miss him dearly. If there's anything we can do, please let us know.
Brandi& Justin Elliott
November 15, 2010
Dear the Henshaw Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. May God comfort you in knowing he is in Heaven with the Lord.
Louise Putney
November 15, 2010
I will miss you very much, you were always there for me.I know you are in a better place now, no more suffering.Ilove
you very much, I know I will see you soon.
Love, Lou
Arie Fenderson Blankenship
November 15, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you all, know he is at peace now, no more pain no more suffering, safe in the loving arms of our Lord.
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