Beverly Henderson Obituary

Beverly Henderson Of Oceanside, CA passed on 1/20/09. Born 5/14/1935, in MN (formerly Beverly Wright of Sunnyvale). She is survived by her husband Loren Henderson, her two daughters, and their respective families. A nurse for 50+ years. Family and friends are invited to celebrate her life at their new home, Merrill Gardens, 7418 Stock Ranch Rd., Citrus Hts., CA 95621, on Mon. 1/26/09 at 3 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to SacredSelections.org.(private adoption agency).

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Published by San Jose Mercury News on Jan. 24, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Beverly Henderson

6 Entries

Sandra Weaver

February 14, 2009

I knew Beverly when she was Beverly Lindquist living with her parents when she was a child. Our parents were friends and went to the same church-North Emanuel Church in St. Paul, MN. Beverly, Carol Bloomquist and myself played together at all the church's outings. After her mother passed away at an all too early of age, her father married Carol's Aunt Ann who was my mother's best girlhood friend. Didn't get to see Beverly as she moved to California and I to Florida but thanks to Pamela for contacting me when I wrote in Ann's guest book.

My sincere sympathy to all the family and thanks to all the writings in this guest book. I feel I have been updated on Beverly's adult life and from that I am sure she is missed very much.
Sandra (Beck) Weaver

c/o Pamela Ludlow

February 3, 2009

We met Bev and Loren by accident – literally!!!
We had heard of them thru mutual friends in Ocean Hills Country Club. But, it was not until Bev fell at a rest stop along I-40 in eastern OK that we were called upon to help them get to the airport for their return trip to CA. This was after Bev had to have hip replacement and rehab in an Oklahoma City area hospital.
During that first meeting both Hendersons proved to be very gracious and friendly. After we were all back in Ocean Hills, we enjoyed attending Bible Study together and visiting in each other’s homes. Who could ever forget Bev’s delicious lasagna? They even attempted to teach us to play “Hand and Foot” (a card game). We were sorry to see them leave our “village”, (when they moved to the Sacramento Area), and we will miss Bev greatly. Our condolences to all of the family, Bill and Gene Hager

c/o Pamela Ludlow

February 3, 2009

Bev was my very dear friend for several years and we shopped together (much fun), had lunch together, confided in each other and shared many happy times. She was there for me when I had my “accidents” and I think I was there for her when she had hers. John and I traveled with her and Loren, and RV’d together on many trips. We enjoyed our weekly dinners out with a not very good bridge game following. Bev was by far the better player of our foursome. But best of all she was the sister I never had and I missed her deeply since she moved (to the Sacramento Area). May she be at peace in the loving arms of her God. Ruth Hanna

c/o Pamela Ludlow

February 3, 2009

My name is Anne Barrett and I live in Ocean Hills Country Club in Oceanside, CA. My husband, Rich, and I have known Bev and Loren Henderson for a number of years while they lived in Ocean Hills. We first met them in our RV Club here. Mostly, though, Bev and I used to enjoy sitting at someone's patio party discussing current events over a glass of good wine. As the years went by, Bev usually had a broken bone to discuss but it never stopped her for a minute. I will miss you, Bev, but I will always be able to bring back your smile from my heart. Rest in peace. Love, Anne

c/o Pamela Ludlow

February 3, 2009

Dear Family and Friends,
We wanted to share some things about our loving friend, Beverly, with you. We thought if Beverly could speak for herself these are some of the things she would want you to remember about her. So, we have shared this with Beverly’s voice. Love and Blessings, Ruth, Marianne, Jo Ann and Helen…

I hope you don’t mind if I speak about myself and my life. I wasn’t someone who liked being the center of attention, however, I guess this is a good time to speak. “The question is: How would I like you to remember me?”
First of all, I’d like you to remember that God blessed me with two wonderful daughters. Allison and Pamela are so very special to me. They are such gifted women, wives, and mothers. I asked a lot of my girls, perhaps too much, but they never failed me. They have blessed me with beautiful grandchildren and great-grandchildren. I am so happy that both of my girls have found loving husbands, who are loving fathers, also. I am so very proud of them. Oh yes, remember me and remember my lovely daughters.
About 14 years ago the most wonderful thing happened to me. I found the love of my life and his name is Loren Henderson. Yes, he was somewhat older than me, so I thought I’d be taking care of him. Well, it looks like we took care of each other, huh dear? Loren showed me and my family what the “gift of giving” really looks like. His heart was always so open to helping my family with their education and more! Along with Loren came his wonderful family. There’s his daughter, Suzanne, with her children and grandchild, and there’s Loren’s son, Keith, with his wife, Linda and their children and grandchildren. I grew to love and admire all of them so much. Oh yes, please remember me and remember my loving husband, Loren.
Around nine years ago, Loren wanted to move to a location that was warmer, and not quite as hectic as orthern Ca. I was not thrilled about moving away from my friends and family, but I wanted to do this for him. We moved to Oceanside, Ca. to a community called Ocean Hills Country Club. We made many friends while living there. We worshiped with them and we played with them. We golfed, played cards, took RV trips, and I even joined a book club. Loren and I always loved to throw a good party! Cooking was something I really did well. My friends would tease me, because I was such a perfectionist. If a recipe called for ¼ tsp of Tabasco, I wouldn’t finish the recipe without having it! No substitutions or omissions for me! My friends also teased me about my “Monday wash and iron day”. It was a ritual for me. They just couldn’t believe I ironed sheets, pillow cases, and even our underwear! Yes, I’ll miss my friends from Oceanside. Some of my friends I remember are: Ruth Hanna for her loving care, Marianne for her listening ears, Jo Ann for her level head and helpful heart, and “little Helen” for her spiritual encouragement. I could go on, but please remember me for my loving friends.
I also want you to remember me for my chosen profession. I was not only a nurse, but a nurse who loved her job. My friend, Jo Ann Carter, used to say, “If you want to see the real Beverly in action, watch her while she is being a nurse.” I was honored to be a nurse for, Rex, our dear friend, while he battled cancer. It is true, God assigned me the right job while I was here on earth. All my insecurities, fears and problems seemed small when I was a nurse. It was a blessing to serve and help in the healing of others; Remember this about me.
Did you know that Loren and I had a devotional time every morning? Sometimes we would read from a book that Keith had recommended, but usually we would do a Bible study. I loved being a Lutheran. Loren and these studies helped me understand how to have a personal relationship with Jesus. It was often difficult for me to accept God’s forgiveness, because it is so hard to forgive yourself, but His Word helped me with this. Remember me for my faith in Christ. There is a saying “There is no sorrow or no wrong that Heaven can’t heal”. Oh, how true! I am experiencing that right now. I know that in the last years of my life I had many physical problems, but please don’t remember me for those. Remember me for being a fighter, for loving to travel, for loving my Swedish heritage, for loving my children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, for loving my husband and his family, for loving my friends, and for loving my Lord Jesus. Please remember this about me. Love, Beverly ?

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