Aaron Eric Henderson

Aaron Eric Henderson obituary, New Orleans, LA

Aaron Eric Henderson

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Aaron Henderson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by The Boyd Family Funeral Home on Feb. 24, 2026.
Aaron Eric Henderson departed this life on December 26, 2025, at his residence. Born to the late Mary Alice Travis and Alex Henderson Jr. Sergeant Aaron Eric Henderson dedicated his life to the armed forces until 1978, receiving an Honorable Discharge. He was also still employed at the Veterans Administration Hospital of Louisiana. He is preceded in death by his parents and three sons: Aaron E. Burras, Dwight Guss, and Aaron Craft. He is survived by his brother, Alex Henderson III; three sisters: Iona Henderson, Stephanie H. Jones, and Lettie H. Humbles; and his heart, Raheem Wiltz. He also leaves to mourn a host of close family, friends, and coworkers. Family and friends are invited to attend the Celebration of Life Service on Saturday, January 10, 2026, for 11:00 a.m. at Mount Rock Missionary Baptist church, 9137 Edinburgh Street, New Orleans, LA 70118. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. Pastor Bernard Dyer, officiating. Interment will take place on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at Southeast Veterans Cemetery, 34888 Grantham College Dr, Slidell, LA 70460. Arrangements Entrusted to The Boyd Family Funeral Home, 5001 Chef Menteur Highway, New Orleans, LA 70126. Guestbook Online: www.anewtraditionbegins.com (504)282-0600. Linear Brooks Boyd and Donavin D. Boyd Owners/Funeral Directors.
Visitation
Saturday, January 10, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Mount Rock Missionary Baptist Church
9137 Edinburgh Street
New Orleans, LA 70118
Celebration of Life
Saturday, January 10, 2026
11:00 AM
Mt Rock Baptist Church
9137 Edinburgh Street
New Orleans, LA 70118

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