Lila Hendery Obituary
Johnson City - Our loving mother, Lila Hendery, age 98, of Johnson City, New York passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 23, 2020. She was predeceased by Robert, her husband of 66 years, parents George and Helen (Balles) Hoeflein, brother George (Madeline) Hoeflein, brother William (Helen) Hoeflein, sister and best friend Grace (Bill) Bartlett. Mom is survived by her brother Robert (Ann) Hoeflein, and nine loving children (including 3 sets of twins) Barbara (Richard) Willett, Owego, NY, Daryl (Suzanne) Hendery, Reno, NV, Daniel Hendery (Lori Derrick) Johnson City, NY, Jim (Glenda) Hendery, Charlotte, NC, John (Sandy) Hendery, Forest, VA, Marcia Reilly, Endicott, NY, Mary (Charles) Reilly, Vestal, NY, Anne Marie Murphy, Vestal, NY, William (Marcia) Hendery, Bennington, VT.
Mom was richly blessed with 26 grandchildren: Scott (Sarah) Willett, Jennifer (Dean) Everitt, Chris (Devi) Willett, Peter and Brian Hendery, Kate (Erick) Schwartz, Joe (Meghan) Hendery, Mike Hendery (Holly Cerny), Meredith Hendery (Johnny Peters), Jim (Jenny) Hendery, Molly (Lucas) Pitman, Megan and Sarah Hendery, Jessica (Matt) Nachman, Patrick (Allyson) Reilly, AJ (Jenna) Reilly, Emily Reilly, Betsy (Dave) Gold, Tom Reilly (Zara Schinsing), Rachel (Anthony) Consolozio, Kate (Ryan) Simone, Laura (Bryce) Hruska, Bill Reilly, Kevin, Colleen and Thomas Hendery.
She has 36 precious great grand children: Dexter, Jeffery, Griffin, Cassidy, Jamie, Megan, Molly, Emma, Jake, Nicholas, Anna, Owen, Cameron, Amelie, Ruby, Jordan, Lila, Declan, Jackson, Dylan, Jack, Ella, Sienna, Charlotte, Lila, Miles, Mila, Theodore, Rowan, Frank, Angie, Alex, Livia, Lucy, Elliot, Anna.
Mom was a graduate of Johnson City High School, Binghamton Business Institute, and worked at IBM during WWII.
She was a devout Catholic and a lifelong member of St. James Church. Her deep faith was a great source of comfort to her throughout her life. She was happiest when surrounded by her children and family who brought her so much joy. We will always remember her beautiful smile.
A heartfelt thanks to our family friend Christine, who cared for Mom at home. Our sincere gratitude to Senka, Patty, and the Staff at JG Johnston Nursing Home for their kindness and compassion.
Mom used to say, "People asked me, how did you do it, raising nine kids? I told them, I just did it, simple as that."
The family will hold a private funeral. Memorial contributions may be sent to St. James Church, 147 Main Street, Johnson City, NY 13790. Arrangements are by The J.F. Rice Funeral Home, Inc. 150 Main Street Johnson City, New York
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Brenda Testani
August 10, 2020
Ann Marie and family....My thoughts and prayers are with you !! Please call me.
Joyce Westgate
July 29, 2020
Dear Hendery family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed the company of this lovely woman. May you be consoled by her love and your beautiful memories of her.
Patricia & Warren Scofield
July 28, 2020
To the Family of Lila Hendery: My husband and I met your parents when we were volunteering with Faith in Action. We used to take them to various doctors' appointments. They were always such lovely, funny and
interesting people. Once when I took Lila to an appointment at Wilson
Hospital and we passed an area with a lovely wall mural made out of mens ties. I remarked how pretty it was and if she liked to do craft projects. She promptly replied, "Good grief, I had nine children including
three sets of twins. Do you think I had time for crafts?" We laughed and
I thought to myself what a remarkable mom she must be. I know how much she loved all of you, and I'm sure you were blessed to have her as
your guiding light. With deep sympathy, Pat and Warren Scofield
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July 27, 2020
To all of my Hendery cousins, I am so saddened to see that Aunt Lila has passed but I know that she is now again with Uncle Bob. They have both been on my mind so often lately; my memories of them and all of us as kids are so vivid. She was one of the kindest women and a person of the strongest faith I've ever known. She will be dearly missed by everyone who was privileged to have had her in their life. My thoughts are with you all.
My love,
Suzie
Mary Lou Bush-Bailey
July 27, 2020
Your Mom and Dad were the sweetest couple! I met them at 5 Riverside. Cherish your memories!
Maureen & Mark Kadlecik
July 26, 2020
Dear Mary, Anne Marie and the entire Hendery family,
So very sorry about your mom's passing. She is so proud of all of her children and her legacy will live on in each and every one of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Nancy Redolphy
July 26, 2020
To all the Hendery "kids"....... I'm so saddened to hear about your mom's passing. She was such a wonderful woman, mother and friend. She's with your dad now and that's such a comfort, as we found out. Know that some of our (us Wheeler "kids") best memories are of visiting you all on Martha Road (14 kids and 4 adults!). Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you today and always.
Roger and Carolyn Doolittle
July 26, 2020
Lila was such a terrific role model for all of us who watched the Hendrey children grow to be responsible adults. She and her husband taught them to love God first and their neighbors as themselves just as Jesus taught. Her smile, her kindness and love of church and community taught us "younger" girls what to do. Thank you Lord, for letting us have the Hendreys in our lives. Bless you all.
Teri Spalik
July 26, 2020
Dear Dan and the entire Hendery Family sending heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your beautiful mom.
Marie Spencer Bricker
July 26, 2020
To the Hendery family, your Mom was a beautiful soul, generous and loving and always welcoming to any and all who crossed paths with the family. She and Bob passed on those best parts to each and every child and I’m sure to each new child on down the line. Oh, and the sense of humor is extra special and runs in the genes. That is a special trait that can be shared with grief by also remembering the wonderful and humorous times with hose you’ve loved. Your Mom and Dad were very special. My heartfelt sympathies to your whole family.
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