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Wilbur Henderson Obituary
Wilbur C. Henderson, Jr., age 89, a longtime resident of Folcroft, PA and Satellite Beach, FL passed away on June 8, 2013.
Wilbur proudly served in the US Army during World War 2 including the Battle of the Bulge as a distinguished member of the 82nd Airborne Division, 508th Parachute Infantry. He is retired from the US Army Reserves as a Lt. Col. He graduated from Drexel University in 1947 and has been recognized as one of Drexel's Most Outstanding 100 Graduates
He is the Founder, Chairman President and CEO of the Henderson Group, Inc. He received the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce Lifetime Achievement Award in 2002 and was a former member of the Board of Trustees, Florida Institute of Technology. His local office was Henderson Southeast Corporation in Melbourne.
Family: wife of 65 years Betty Lea Washabaugh Henderson; son, Steven and the late David Henderson, Sr.; grandchildren, David and Christina Henderson; daughter-in-law, Helen (Steve) Buxton; brother-in-law, David Andrew Washabaugh; sister in law, Joyce Barton Washabaugh; and caretaker Irene Myck.
Funeral Service: Wednesday, 11AM, at Folcroft Union Church, 500 Primos Ave., Folcroft, PA. 19032
Visitation: Tuesday evening, beginning at 6PM, at the New Location of McCausland Garrity Marchesani Funeral Home, 343 S. Chester Pike, Glenolden, PA. 19036. Burial: Will be held privately at Philadelphia Memorial Park, Frazer, PA. Contributions: Muscular Dystrophy Assoc., 455 Business Center Dr. #155, Horsham, PA. 19044 or to Folcroft Union Church, 500 Primos Ave., Folcroft, PA. 19032, would be appreciated.
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for Wilbur Henderson
Ralph and Joyce Eckardt
June 19, 2013
Dear Wilbur was a wonderful mentor, encourager and friend. Our loss is heavens gain and we are so thankful that we will get to see our dear friend again in glory.
Allan Rubin
June 18, 2013
I miss you. You were one of the best leaders I've worked with, and I've been lucky enough to know others, but few enough, in your caliber.
Denise Le
Denise Le
June 14, 2013
Betty Lea I have had you all on my mind for some time now wondering how everyone was doing. My sister e-mailed this to me, and I was so sad to see Mr. Henderson's passing...my heart and prayers go out to you, Steve and the grand kids. My love to you all. Denise Le
Jerry Eiler
June 13, 2013
What a pleasure just knowing at Trinity. God Bless, and see you again in Heaven. Jerry Eiler
william T walker
June 13, 2013
Im truly sorry for your loss, Im sorry to hear it, Im thinking about you all and praying for you.
John Kusnierz
June 13, 2013
I remember him well. What an outstanding Christian man. I grew up in Folcroft Union and, for me, he represented what a dedicated Christian leader should be.
Pat Fischer
June 12, 2013
He was dedicated to the Lord Jesus Christ and served Him all his life. He walked the walk and lived his faith. Will see him again in Glory!
Ernie Briel
June 12, 2013
Wilber was a fine man and a true gentleman.I'm proud to have known him.
June 12, 2013
I can never forget this great man's kindness.
Merrill Freedman
June 11, 2013
Wilbur was a true gentleman and friend and will be greatly missed.
Don and Dora Boorse
Linda Mills
June 11, 2013
Sad to lose Dave and now Wilbur. You were a great dad, man and business man Rest in peace, you are reiunited with your son who I am still in love with.
June 11, 2013
Rest in Peace, Gary and Debbie Noce
Lolita Johnson
June 11, 2013
I am so sorry to learn of Mr. Henderson's passing. He was a very nice person. I remember when I worked at the Folcroft Post Office how very nice and pleasant Mr. and Mrs. Henderson were when they would come into the Post Office. Always pleasant and kind. No matter the success and achievements, they were always a pleasure to see and talk to.
Please know that the entire community and many more of us share in your loss. Mrs. Henderson and Family, may you find strength and consolation in God our Savior. God Bless you all.
June 11, 2013
R.I.P.
Bette Grugan
June 11, 2013
Betty Lea and Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathies...I remember when Paul and I went to Folcroft Union in the late 60's you welcomed us with the love of Christ. In fact Betty, I never forgot, and often think of how kind you were during my first pregnancy,,,giving me maternity clothes for my pregnancy with Stephen Paul. Your family always reflected the love of Christ and I've never forgotten you all. Over the years you and your husband were very positive influences on Paul and myself. Thank you!! Dee Faison
Constance Cameron
June 11, 2013
It was a pleasure working with you & your family. You were a great man. You will be missed. I continue to take care of your son for you. R.I.P
June 11, 2013
Dear Betty and family, Please accept my deepest sympathies....I remember you often through the years...esp. when I was pregnanet with my late son, Stephen and Betty you gave me maternity clothes for my pregnancy. You and your husband, Wilbur, always reflected the love of Christ in your very presence. Thank you,
Dee Faison
William Scott
June 11, 2013
Mr Henderson was a great man. His son Dave was very proud of him. He helped Sharon Hill stay stable by developing the Henderson track. When I was retiring he personnaly came into the office to wish me good luck. He will surely be missed.
Carl Paylor
June 11, 2013
The loss of a great man, who had the thought's of others ahead of all other thing's. Thanks Wilbur for your service to our country when duty called.
Rest in peace
Sandra Smith
June 11, 2013
Sir, it was a privilege and honor to work with you - you are missed - we will continue "pie day" in the best of traditions
Vincent DeMarco III
June 11, 2013
If a person can say they lived a full life. Mr. Wilbur C Henderson was that man. You were bless if you cross his path, associated with him at church, dealt business or worked for him as an employee. I always said he was a "Gentlemen". More so that he was a Gentle Man. But when he needed to roar, he was like a lion. I was able to work under Mr. Henderson for a few years and not only did I learn from this wise man about development, but I was able to see the gentle man he is. Biggest thing I have said in discussions with many people was that Mr. Henderson was a visionary. Our society is missing many visionaries, but Mr. Henderson was one of them. Yes Mr. Henderson, Not Wilbur or WC but Mr. Henderson, out of respect for the man.
My condolences to Mrs. Henderson (Betty Lee), Steven and the two grandchildren, David Jr and Christina. I hope you find sympathy as the days past. Our world lost another great man, but heaven gain an angel.
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