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He may have been earning a fireman's salary, but Ronnie Lee Henderson planned all along to turn that into more. He pared money from his paycheck and put it into bonds and mutual funds. In the quiet hours at the Engine Company 279 firehouse in Red Hook, he could be found reading books with titles like "How to Make Money Buying and Selling Houses."
"I'd say to him, 'What are you doing? You're a fireman, you know what we get paid,' " said a friend, Gary Kakeh.
The father of four children, Mr. Henderson also helped raise his five younger siblings. His advice to all of them was consistent: stay in school, save your money. He figured out travel routes that enabled him to avoid paying bridge and tunnel tolls, and would stand in line for hours to get the store specials, said his sister, Sharon.
As a teenager, he got a job in a Frito-Lay factory and got to bring home the extra potato chips. Naturally, he shared them with the rest of his family. "And he'd charge us a nickel," she added.
"He was always telling us he was going to be a millionaire," Ms. Henderson said. "He was a millionaire, by his heart."
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Lionel Henderson
September 11, 2024
Just wondering if Mr. Ronnie Henderson had any family members in Chicago
Josephine Johnson
September 12, 2021
My strong, compassionate cousin, I miss him so much. GOD bless family he will never be forgotten.
Bonnie Plein
September 11, 2021
Prayers in your name sent to the Heavens above.
Josephine Johnson
November 20, 2019
I miss your words of wisdom and your laugh. Love always and forever
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November 19, 2019
Ronnie was a brave man...
Bonnie Plein
September 12, 2019
Yesterday; another day of remembrance, balloons and prayer for the soul of Ronnie Lee Henderson and comfort for his family.
Josephine Johnson
June 30, 2019
❤❤❤
Josephine Johnson
June 30, 2019
My cousin, my friend like a big brother. A man of God always willing to help. Loved family an example of a man. Tough but loved you and you knew it.
❤❤❤❤
Josephine Johnson
Bonnie Plein
June 29, 2019
May God continue his blessings on Ronnie Henderson's family.
Diane
June 28, 2019
To the friends and family of Ronnie Henderson,
Ronnie's presence has certainly been missed. Be comforted that Ronnie is peacefully resting, waiting for the day when he will be reunited with his loved ones.
The Kindred Family
October 29, 2018
Sending our deep sympathy to your family. May God continue to give the needed help everyday. Ronnie touched the lives of others and will always be missed.
Brenda Vigil
September 22, 2018
Hi my name is Brenda and today I did the 911 stair climb in memory of Ronnie. This was my second year doing this. I was proud to ring the bell after announcing his name... God bless to him n his family
Bonnie Plein
September 13, 2018
I did not know Ronnie Henderson. As you can see from previous years posts, I pulled his name out of a basket on the 1st rembrance day in San Diego. I said his name out loud and rang a bell. Every year since, I have lifted up balloons and prayer in his name; sometimes in a park and other times from my back yard above a canyon. Our nation will never forget. I hope his family is doing well and have been able to move forward a step at a time.
Josephine Johnson
September 12, 2018
Never Forgotten Forever Loved
Kathy
September 11, 2018
Prayers to all!!
Tom H
September 11, 2018
Today, 09/11/2018, we remember you Ronnie. We will never forget. Thank you ... Wishing all the best to your family and friends. Much regards.
September 11, 2018
Today is September 11th, 2018. I often think about Ronnie Lee Henderson. I will always remember the conversations we had at the library in Redhook Brooklyn.
We would talk about life, family and making successful power moves. He would always talk to me about his children and give me the same advice(s) he would give to them.
He would tell me to look in the chief newspaper for the different job listings.I will never forget you Mr. Ronnie Lee Henderson.
Bonnie Plein
September 28, 2016
Just returned from a visit to the Northwest. I was in Seattle on 9/11/2016 and still remembered Ronnie and all other heroes from 9/11/2001. Balloons sent into the heavens from my hotel balcony along with prayer.
Josephine Johnson
May 30, 2016
Thank You! Love you and miss you.
Maggie
May 29, 2016
This is Maggie from the VA on Chapel Street across the street from the firehouse where Ronnie was stationed. Ronnie Henderson was such a wonderful charismatic person. Miss you dearly and you are forever in our hearts.
September 13, 2015
Never will forget you or the event that caused you to leave this world. RIP Ronnie
Bonnie Plein
September 11, 2015
Remembering Ronnie Henderson on this anniversary of 9/11............
Prophetess Shirley D. Henderson
July 14, 2015
No one knows my husband, Ronnie Lee Henderson, as I do. I was his wife for eighteen years (18) and I know the true heart of this man who I admired. He would not want his legacy to all about money but my husband would want you to know that He was first and foremost a man of God. He dedicated his life to following the WORD OF GOD and helping others along the way. He was a man of principle and integrity. I am the woman who shared his life and had his children. Who could know him better but God! Mrs. Shirley D. Henderson or Prophetess Shirley D. Henderson.
Bonnie Plein
September 11, 2014
12 years ago today I pulled Ronnie Henderson's name out of a basket at the 1-year 9/11 anniversary service held in San Diego. Today I still remember him in prayer and balloons sent into the heavens.
Josephine Johnson
July 1, 2014
I will never forget you such strength and wisdom.
June 30, 2014
My name is Jarret Michael, I am a student in the Carroll County school system. I am in a Summer program about 9/11, My teacher is Mike Chravala. We took a trip up to the WTC memorial, and the tribute center. At the tribute center I bought a bracelet, It had Mr. Ronnie Henderson's name on it. as soon as we made back to the bus I immediately researched his name. I learned about his tours in Vietnam and his tour in the gulf. He went to the fire department after that and he was an FDNY Firefighter. He was out of Red Hook Brooklyn. He was Engine company 279. when they arrived on seen he rushed into the buildings, he died at the age of 54. He left behind a wife and four kids.
A Engenito
January 23, 2014
I knew Ronnie and must say that he was full of life, energy and smiles...even when the weight if the world was on his shoulders. I also know that this man truly loved his children and put them first over and above anything else in this world. I know Ronnie is in heaven looking over his family...may all his family find peace in knowing that Ronnie was a good, kind man who earned respect and fondness from others during his lifetime and may you all find happiness knowing that Ronnie gave his life for others and certainly not in vain.
Sharon Henderson
September 11, 2013
This is my big brother. I miss him so much, he was much more than a hero for 9/11 . He was my hero because he love his family so much. He was rich at heart . Ronnie help make me the woman i am to today. He taught me how to make it in life. So I'm going to keep going doing the best i can . with God's help and Ronnie's wisdom i know ill be all right.God has a precious angle see you when i get there!
Josephine Johnson
September 11, 2013
I will always Love you and miss you so much. You were my big cousin like another brother. Always giving of your self your time and your knowledge. Thank you for your service to this country in more ways than 1. Love you Always and Forever. Love you family.
Bonnie Plein
September 11, 2013
12 years later, still remembering Ronnie Lee Henderson, whose name I said out loud and range the bell for at a 1-year memorial service in San Diego, CA on 9/11/02. Will never forget.
Jason McKenzie
September 10, 2013
Tomorrow (9/11/13) I'll be participating in the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, CO. I'm going to be walking in memory of Ronnie and although I never met Ronnie, I am honored to walk in his memory tomorrow! Ronnie is a true hero!!
Annelise B.
May 1, 2013
Hello, I am a middle school student researching Ronnie Henderson for a school trip to remember 9/11. I was wondering if there was anything you could tell me about him? thank you if you send me something and i wish to tell his family that i am sorry for their loss.
January 31, 2013
RIP...Gone but never forgotten...Another angel smiling down from heaven!!! Fikriyyah Alston...you knew me as Pat!!!
sharon Henderson
January 30, 2013
God is good ronnie i was just thinking about you. I miss you i didn't forget what you taught me.I miss you soooo much I thank God for for giving me a big brother like you.I love you see you when i get to Heaven!
Josephine Johnson
September 11, 2012
My cousin who I Love and miss greatly. I have fond memories and some from my child hood that I will never forget. Him taking up for me not letting anyone bother me. Ronnie was a mans man and a family man. He truly loved his family. To Bernice, Belinda, Val and Sharon know that I have not forgot about you all. All the fun times in WV love you all so much. Every year I think about Ronnie and you all. Josephine (Phine Hawkins) Johnson. Hashene and Little Ron you all probably might not remember me I Love you all too. Keeping you all in my prayers.
Bonnie Plein
September 11, 2012
Balloons drifted away this morning in memory of Ronnie Lee Henderson on this 11th anniversary of 9/11.........
Allyson
September 11, 2011
I was blessed to be given Mr.Henderson's name to pray for at church this morning, I want to his family to know that I am praying for you now and forever and hope that God blesses you with the peace of mind only he can give. May God bless you all and all of the heros on that day. John 16:33
With love,
September 11, 2011
Good man.
Hercules C. Butler
September 11, 2011
On this10th anniversarie of my friend and family members death i light this candle. Let it symbolize love, peace, and give us brightness in our darkest days
Hercules C. Butler
September 11, 2011
I hare known Ronnie my entire life. To me he was a man of little words, and alot of action. He has always given me words of wisdom to enhance and better my life. He is my brother in-law. His brother Valestine Henderson was with my sister Catherine Butler but again,, i have known the henderson family my entire life. Ronnie was an asset to society, a jewel in his families lives, and a long time friend. He always looked like a mean guy but when you talk to him you get insight, wisdom, and a sense of purpose. I've cried for you,, now I'm just being strong. I have been silent the past 10 years just holding it all in, just want the family to know he has not and never will be forgotten by the Butler family 323. Sharon, Belinda, Bernice, Val.. love you all and please stay in touch.
Bonnie Plein
September 9, 2011
To the Family of Ronnie Lee Henderson: I was honored to pull his name out of a basket at a ceremony in San Diego, CA on the 1st anniversary. Every year since, I let 3 balloons fly up to the heavens with a special prayer for him and all of the other heroes of that day.
christian barino
November 21, 2009
for some reason its been years since my uncle passed but every year him being gone hurts more some days i wonder whats he doing in heaven and i wish i can be there to see him i mean one day i will. I think about the times were he use to come over and vist us and i will never forget those long hugs this year I'LL be having a sweet16 and he wont be able to see me become the young lady that i am but i know he will be looking down and will be proud of how far i made it
robert stephens
September 11, 2009
though you and i have never met we shared something very special and that was your daughter lakimmie.If she is anything like you then you were a great man.God created a great man in you for your children and wife to turn out to be loving,caring, intelligent,giving, and warm people as they say you were.May you rest in heaven and hopefully one day i will beable to meet this great man who family continues to brag about.also,may God keep his arms around your family and his son Jesus Christ in their hearts.
February 27, 2007
I still have the newspaper photo of Ronnie Henderson at my desk. Today I glanced at it and realized he and all of the others have been gone
5 1/2 years. I rang a bell for him in San Diego on the 1st anniversary and think of him every anniversary since. I know he is keeping watch over his family while he sits at the foot of our Heavenly Father.
Bonnie
Oceanside, CA
P Tabbernor
November 2, 2006
In remembrance....
Kristine
October 27, 2006
As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
Inner City Sports Little League
September 11, 2006
To the Henderson family, we offer our deepest sympathy.
"It's raining, but there ain't a cloud in the sky...must have been a tear from your eye"
James Johnson
September 11, 2005
God Bless You...
Michael Henderson
September 11, 2002
I am proud to carry the last name Henderson, because of great men like Ronnie.
Shirley Henderson
August 13, 2002
I miss my husband, Ronnie and every day I pray and ask the Lord to help me make it through another day. To help my four children, Marshall, Lakimmie, Hashim and Doron to always remember that their father loved them all equally. He was a dedicated husband,father, and committed to helping those in need. He loved being a United State Marine. My Husband Ronnie was a die-hard patriot. He was a man of integrity and principles. He felt as a man one must stand for something or you would fall for anything. Most of all he loved the Lord Jesus Christ. He had no fear. For fear was not given to us by God but love and a soundmind is what Jesus gave his children. I end my entry with faith that we as a family (Ronnie Henderson's Family) shall meet one day in the Kingdom of God and be united in peace, joy and love. God Bless my husband and all the fallen heroes of the Fire Department, Police Department, and the innocent people who worked at the WTC who also lost their lives September 11, 2001. They,too,are heroes and we should as a country remember them.
Love Shirley D. Henderson
The Only Wife of A Great Man Ronnie Lee Henderson!!
Angie Campbell
April 30, 2002
**********God Bless You**********
Louis Nesbitt
April 1, 2002
Dear Ronnie,
I still and always will think of you. I've known you for more than 30 years and miss your inspirational and wise counsel and the good times we had together.
God bless you,
see you on the other side.
Your Brother-in law.
Louis Nesbitt
February 2, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS WONDERFUL HERO FIREMAN..RONNIE LEE HENDERSON AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS.GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01...MAY HIS CHILDREN AND FAMILY STAY CLOSE AND REMEMBER WHAT HE TAUGHT THEM..AMEN
Robert Henderson
January 30, 2002
Thank you for serving America in every way you could possibly. Your family is blessed to have known you and have had you in their lives. My grief goes out to them.
Teresa Jahn
December 29, 2001
We thank Ronnie for dedicating his life to help others as a firefighter. Such devotion comes with a brave, warm and caring heart. As I read his story it said he was "a millionaire by his heart." What a warm reflection of his heart, that statement says it all. My Ronnie's millionaire qualities, his courage, lif and love live on in those who love him.
We are deeply sorry for your loss of Ronnie. Our hearts cry with you.
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
Barbara & Alexandra Capalbo
December 2, 2001
I hope it helps to know that others have not forgotten what happened on 911. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
SHANNON PLETSCH
November 19, 2001
HELLO, I HAVE WRITTEN TO YOUR FAMILY IN RELATION TO THE MACY'S DAY PARADE, I WILL BE WEARING HIS BADGE ON MY JACKET DURING THE PARADE IN MEMORY OF HIS BRAVERY. I JUST WANTED TO KIND YOU MY PRAYERS AND BEST WISHES TO EVERYONE WHO KNEW RONNIE HENDERSON, YOU KNEW HE WAS A HERO AND NOW SO DO THE REST OF US. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT ME FOR THAT YOU KNOW THAT YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS AND THE REST OF PICKERINGTON'S AND I WILL BE MARCHING WITH A SPECIAL PRIDE FOR RONNIE AND EVERYONE ELSE. GOD BLESS. -SHANNON
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