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Shirley Henderson Obituary
LIMA — Shirley J. Henderson, age 84, went home to be with the Lord at 6:07 a.m. Tuesday, February 19, 2019, at Lima Memorial Health System with her daughters by her side.
Shirley was born October 17, 1934 in Lima, OH, to the late Shelby and Thelma A. (Barkley) Luckett. On August 9, 1958 she married Robert L. "Bobby" Henderson who preceded her in death on July 16, 2018.
Shirley was a 1952 graduate of Lima South High School and attended Boston University. She held several positions over a 65 year career with Lima Memorial Health System, retiring in 2017 as an Endoscopy Technician. Shirley was an avid cook who loved to bake and was best known for her pound cake. She especially loved to travel and shop at her favorite stores Macy's, TJ Maxx and Kohl's. Shirley was a lifelong dedicated and active member of Fourth Street Missionary Baptist Church, where she loved her church family.
She was blessed with three daughters, Rhonda J. Henderson - Laidlaw of Lima, Nanette L. Henderson of Seffner, FL and Shellie D. (Greg) Taylor of Marietta, GA; six grandchildren, Kayla Taylor, Morgan Taylor, Ryanna Laidlaw, Alexis Laidlaw, Jaydon Taylor, Carl Calbert "CJ" Laidlaw; special daughter, LuAnne John; her two best friends, Rowena Broyles and Ruth Glover and a host of family and friends.
Shirley was preceded in death by her parents, husband and son-in-law, Carl Calbert Laidlaw.
Funeral services will begin at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, February 23, 2019, at Fourth Street Missionary Baptist Church, 122 W. 4th Street, Lima, Ohio 45804. Reverend Nathan Madison will officiate the service. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. Friday, February 22, at CHILES - LAMAN FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICES, SHAWNEE CHAPEL.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.chiles-lamanfh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Shirley Henderson
Joice Williams
March 1, 2019
My prayers and condolences to the family, I always liked seeing Ms Shirley she looked so much like her mother "Aunt Thelma" may you all be comforted and blessed.
Sharon Ewing
February 25, 2019
My deepest condolences! Shirley was a beautiful soul and I will forever be thankful she was put into my life. Her wisdom and compassion will never be forgotten.
Chris Joseph
February 22, 2019
God bless you and keep you Shirley. May you fly high with the angels. I will miss talking to you at the hospital.
Fred, Bertha & Family Lee
February 22, 2019
Our deepest sympathy. Another beautiful rose in God's garden.
Rose Basinger
February 22, 2019
Keeping the family in my thoughts and prayers. I knew Shirley from the hospital. She was always busy when I saw her.
Clara, Olean, and Corene Miller Bankston
February 22, 2019
Your condolences and prayers are with you
Clara, Olean, and Corene Miller Bankston
February 22, 2019
Your condolences and prayers are with you
Regina Miller
February 22, 2019
To the Family, Mrs Henderson was a beautiful person, I remember her living in the neighborhood where i grew up in on McClain Rd. an 11 Street. Ive travel with her on a few trips with the Hy Ho club and she and Mrs Broyles was fun to be with. I send my love, prayers and condolences to the entire family.
Rev. Phill & Debra Broyles
February 22, 2019
We share in the loss of this beautiful soul, your mother and our dear friend. Our world is brighter because she shined her light into it. We miss her already.
Theresa Wright
February 21, 2019
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Kathlene Burgess
February 21, 2019
Prayers to you and your family
Melinda Morgret
February 21, 2019
I am so sad. Shirley and I worked together for many years at LMH endoscopy. She taught me a lot and I always said if Shirley can come in to work in the middle of the night, so can I! She was such a hard worker. Wish I could attend her memorial but I will be out of town. Blessing and peace to all her family. Love, Melinda Morgret
Rober Davis
February 21, 2019
With deep
To a great friend and the best pound cake I ever ate thanks for the memories and gods richest rewards to you and your family
Dr. & Mrs. Jorge L. Sifuentes
February 20, 2019
Blessings and deepest condolences to the family and friends. May Shirley rest in God's eternal peace.
Linda Irons
February 20, 2019
My condolences to the Family.
Jenee Lynch
February 20, 2019
Shirley, Heaven gained a special Angel, when you arrived. I loved working over the years, @ LMH with you.
Many Blessings to your Family.
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