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Estela Henderson Obituary
Estela D. Henderson, born April 19, 1952, passed away on December 2, 2010. She was a devoted mother to her daughters with a strong will and spirit. She enjoyed tending to her plants and cherished pets. Estela was devoted to her Church and her brothers and sisters in Christ. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Virgil Henderson and her Angel, Truman Clinard. Survivors include her daughters: Pearl L. Botkin, Esmeralda Bhakta, and Nelly (Paul) Campos; two sisters: Consuelo Delgadillo Cepeda and Rosalia San Miguel; brothers: Carlos, Nefatli, Misael, Samuel, Saul and Ruben Delgadillo; 6 grandchildren: Giovanni and Madia Campos, Ayaana, Divya and Sonali Bhakta, and Marlee Martinez; and numerous nieces and nephews.
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Visitation will begin on Sunday, December 5, 2010 at 4:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be held on Monday, December 6, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home with interment to follow at Mission Burial Park South. For personal acknowledgement you may sign the guest book at www.missionparks.com in the obituary section. Arrangements with:
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Memories and Condolences
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6 Entries
Stephanie Ramos
December 7, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
December 7, 2010
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with your family, especially at this time. - Nancy Uecker
Naomi Castillo
December 6, 2010
Sorry I wasn't able to make it to the funeral. Do sorry for ya'lls loss, Esmeralda is a very close friend of mine and I just want to extend my condolences to the entire family.may u all find peace in this tough time. I injury knew Estela briefly but I know that she was a very amazing hard working woman and will be truly missed.god bless you all.
December 6, 2010
Estela was a very caring & giving person. It was our privilege to have her in our church for several years. I know you will truly miss her. Please know that you all are in our prayers.
Pastor Randy & Linda Hatley
Paula Cervantes
December 5, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Juan@Annie Segundo
December 5, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. May your special holiday memories help ease your grief this Christmas.
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