Allen Robert Hendricks

Allen Robert Hendricks "Al H" 1937 - 2009 Al died peacefully at home surrounded by family and friends on Sunday, June 7, 2009. He was born December 13, 1937, in Grand Rapids, Michigan to Susan and Cornelius Hendricks. Al was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Gordon; and grandson, Joshua Hendricks. He is survived by his brother, Roger; and sisters, Doris and Arlene. Al is also survived by his wife, Karen and five children: Bob Hendricks (Mary Beth) of Grand Rapids, MI; Trish Hacker (Paul) and Jim Hendricks (Wendy), both of Bakersfield, CA; Ron Hendricks of Kirkwood, CA and Laura Murtha (Greg) of Truckee, CA, and their mother, Ruth Richardson of Bakersfield. Also survived by grandchildren: Elizabeth, Adrian, Sarah, Matthew, Katelyn, John, Nicole, Kyra, Michael, Dylan, Austin, and Garrett; great-grandchildren: Isabelle, Sophia, Gabriel, Jacob, and their mother, Marnie Hendricks. Al was a loving and gentle man, quietly strong, and the best father anyone could ask for. He loved to read and possessed a sharp, sometimes cynical, always thought provoking, non-judgmental and humorous view of the world. He was "Finer than Frogs Hair". Al was a friend of Bill W. for over 30 years. He was very active in the program; he loved sharing the life that he found, and helped hundreds of people over the years also become friends of Bill. No doubt he would tell us all that everything now is "Just Right". Special thanks to everyone who helped care for Al over the past few months, and Optimal Hospice for their loving care. Al will always be loved, never forgotten, and missed by too many to mention. Al requested no services. An open house celebration of his life with stories and fond remembrances, and also food (Al loved to eat!) will be held June 20, from 4-8 p.m., at the Kern County Shrine Club, 700 South P Street, Bakersfield.