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Dawn Henderson Obituary
Dawn's greatest joy and proudest role in life was being Kaitlin's mother. Kaitlin was truly the center of Dawn's world - her heart, her pride, and her purpose. Everything Dawn did, she did with Kaitlin in mind, pouring endless love, encouragement, and support into her life. The bond they shared was unbreakable, filled with unconditional love, laughter, and the kind of deep connection that only a mother and daughter can truly know.
Dawn shared a special bond with her brother, Don Henderson, and deeply loved her niece, Brittany Edwards, and nephews, Tyler Henderson and Brandon Henderson. Her family was the center of her world, and she gave her love freely and unconditionally.
Known for her incredible sense of humor and her heart of pure gold, Dawn had a rare gift for making everyone around her feel seen, heard, and cared for. She would do anything for anyone, always offering a helping hand, a kind word, or a listening ear without hesitation. Her laughter was infectious, and her kindness left a lasting impression on all who knew her.
Dawn Marie Henderson's spirit will live on through the countless lives she touched. She will be deeply missed, but her memory will remain forever in our hearts.
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K Foy
May 8, 2025
I grew up in Glover Park and went to Stoddert with Kaitlin. Dawn was a pillar of the community, and I'm so terribly sorry to hear of her passing. She'll forever live on in all of the lives she touched in Glover Park and beyond!
Nancy Miranda
May 2, 2025
From day one @ Jellef's 40+ years ago you made me feel we were from the same tribe. Love YOU chica
ElGee
April 30, 2025
Since we learned of Dawn´s passing, we´ve not had a moment´s happiness except when thinking of our good memories with her. Nobody who has known her will be the same, because to know her was to love her, so we are heartbroken. Our loss is also the world´s loss. She was an extraordinary person whose essence can never be replicated, so the best we can do now is relive the memories we have of her.
We can honor her by carrying on her legacy of keeping love and laughter alive, and we can be kind and look after the ones she held so dear, including her daughter Kaitlin, her mother Judy, her brother Bud, and all her extended family members and close friends.
Kaitlin Henderson
April 29, 2025
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Deborah Isaacs
April 29, 2025
My sweet friend whom I will miss dearlydays won't be the same without you. Thank you Dawn for showing us so much love and kindness that I'm so empty now without. You took my girl, Bella & Gigi and did what I couldn't when I got into my car accident and made sure to also instill structure along with unconditional love. I'm forever thankful and honored to be able to say I was your friend. I love you (my baby daddy Dawnfael) as we played so much saying cause she definitely stepped up and gave her all to make my babies feel that they were loved and missed nothing. Girl, I'm so upset that you have left me but You were to great for this place. I can't wait till we meet up again to laugh and joke about all we thought was hilarious. I miss you sooooo much and promise to always be there for your sweet baby girl Kaitlin till my last breath. We love you and Rest in Heaven Gods newest angel
Samia Lambert
April 29, 2025
I will always remember the friendship we shared and all the good memories we made together. You was such a huge part of my life growing up and a role model for me when I truly needed it. I remember when Bob hired me at 11 years old and we became best friends right away. Dear ole friend i know you are up there making everyone laugh just as you always did here. I'll carry your memory with me until we meet again my dear friend, this isn't goodbye, it's more ill see you again.
LuAnne Buzzanca
April 29, 2025
We love you. We will always miss you. Will be forever in our hearts.
It's a small world how we met, but we're family. Rest easy now.
Cherokee Jerome
April 29, 2025
To the Henderson family with deepest condolences from the Jerome & Jelleff family. Dawn, I will always love & treasure our lifelong friendship. So many adventures, meals & laughs. Just like your name you were sunshine. It was an honor in the best & worst of times.
Tara Guardado
April 28, 2025
To the Henderson family & extended family and friends, I am deeply sorry for your loss. please accept my condolences.
Gee Gee Wong
April 28, 2025
Gee Gee Wong
April 28, 2025
Such a Beautiful soul. "MY TWIN" as she always called me, will be missed. She had so many short jokes about my husband Bolo. It was never a dull moment when we hooked up. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. What better place to be. May she REST in Peace until we meet again. Save me a seat twin..
Tierney Stowe
April 28, 2025
Carlos hood
April 28, 2025
Dawn I love you sooo much! Thank you for being a great mom figure to me and many others of the skate night community. We will miss you
Lyneka Little
April 28, 2025
Dawn was my favorite neighbor. I remember referring to her as "Penelope human," which is how she signed a holiday card she left when I first moved over her. She was so kind, and the children in the neighborhood loved her. She had such a big heart. I appreciate everything she did for this little community. She will be missed.
Tierney Stowe
April 28, 2025
You were one in a million, AnDO! I miss you making this ridiculous face at me, always making us laugh. I will carry your amazing spirit with me always. I miss you so much
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