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Thelma Hendricker Obituary
SPRINGFIELD - Thelma May Hendricker, 86, of Springfield, died Thursday Nov. 15, 2007, at Heritage Manor surrounded by the love of her family.
She was born Jan. 22, 1921, in Pleasant Plains, the daughter of George and Nancy Carter. She was preceded in death by two loving grandsons and her husband, Robert Hendricker.
She was adored and loved by her children; Jim Hurley (wife, Carleen) of Chatham, Mary Pershing (husband, Jim) of Colorado Springs, Nancy Barron of Waterloo, Iowa, Doug Hurley (wife, Carol) of Greenview, Kathy Hendricker (companion, Greg Campbell) of Mechanicsburg, Kevin Hendricker of Springfield and Karla Lucas (husband, Denny) of Springfield; 29 grandchildren; and 54 great-grandchildren.
Thelma was a beautiful person who was loved by her family and many friends.
Mrs. Hendricker donated her remains to medical study, and there will be a memorial service at the home of her daughter, Kathy, on Dec. 1, 2007.
Boardman-Smith Funeral Chapel (www.boardman-smith.net) is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Thelma Hendricker
Karla Lucas
December 17, 2007
She's the Queen of my heart!
debra lowe (formerly Burris)
December 11, 2007
Doug, Kathy, Karla & Kevin My thoughts and prayers are with all of you and your families. I know she was loved by all and will be sadly missed. I can understand how feel as I lost my mother in January.
May God Bless all of you.
abbey hendricker
December 3, 2007
didnt know her very well, but what i do know is that she was a very good person...mother friend,grandma...i ve heard many positive stories about my grandma and i know she loved me very much....as well as all her family and friends... as i said, i barely knew her but i miss her lots...but i know shes happy and where she wants to be...:)
Carolyn Wolf, Foutch
December 2, 2007
Kathy,Carla,Keven
Sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. I has lots of memories of her. She was such a sweet lady I will never forget her.I would have loved to seen her one last time.
My prayers goes out to you all.
Jeff Troyna
December 1, 2007
Grandma will be missed by all that that knew her. I have a lot of great memories that will never go away. These times do come to all families but still its a difficult time for us. I pray that everyone will be comforted and I wish I could have been able to make it back to Ill. to be with you. The thought of Mark reuniting with grandma makes this easier to deal with as we still miss him greatly. Please know that our love is with you. Jeff Troyna and Family
Bonita Jones
December 1, 2007
Karla, Denny & Family,
My deepest & heartfelt sympathy to you all. I didn't know Thelma, but I know she raised a wonderful daughter (family.) My thoughts and prayers are with you. I like to think our mamas (Mrs. C, Thelma & Barb) are all having a grand time talking about us! Find comfort in God's grace and know you will see her again. Take care; I love yas!
Tom and Denise Cooper
November 29, 2007
Karla and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Your mom was a great lady who raise a good family. She will be missed, but you can take solace in the fact that she is no longer in pain anis in a better place. So sorry we won't be able to be at the memorial. Love, Tom, Denise,and kids
Mike and Maureen Follis
November 26, 2007
There have been angels in our lives and Thelma is one of them. With her warm smile, her words of encouragement and kindness, and her incredible inner strength, she will never be gone but always in our hearts. We love you, Thelma.
Allan Carter
November 23, 2007
We will all miss this great lady. My prayers are with you and your family.
Jim and Phyl Haddick
November 22, 2007
We were sorry to hear about Aunt Thelma. Our thoughts and prayers
are with you all during these coming holidays.
Jim and Phyl
Haddick
Vickie Ellison
November 21, 2007
Karla This is for You'r Mom
§«¤»¥«¤» The Journey «¤»¥«¤»§
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As the dry and dusty trail stretched before me,
I thought of what had
been, exsisting now in memory.
The plains of summer grasses, the stream of pure mountain waters,
the colors of the rainbow scattered in a mosaic of
unbelievable complexity.
In the distance a thunderhead is building,
the rumbling of it's internal
construction can almost be heard, more likely imagined.
Once again I turn my
attention to the path,
it seems to lead to the sun, resting now on the
far > horizon.
The clouds and sky, reflect the heart of the sun and all
that it is,
with the purple, pink, shades of blue, orange and crimson. These
colors
blending with the earthened tones of land as it reaches to the light
of
creation.
I relax and know that my path is before me, the purpose is remembering
There is a breeze that comes from behind me,
as if to push me forward and I sense the presence of one I cannot see.
Seeing without sight the winds embrace me, and whisper softly.
"You are never alone,
for I am always
with you".
My steps though tentative, begin again. The earth guides me, the wind
embraces me, the waters nourish me, and the fires warm me. These
things I will remember and know I will never be, as I have never been,
"alone"
the
Journey begins anew
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And Karla This is for You and You'r Family, With All Our Love. Vickie and Chris.
I SAID A PRAYER FOR YOU TODAY
I said a prayer for you today,
And know God must have heard.
I felt the answer in my heart,
Although He spoke no word...
I didn't ask for wealth of fame,
I knew you wouldn't mind.
I asked Him to send treasures
Of a more lasting kind.
I asked that He'd be near you,
At the start of each new day.
To grant you health and blessings
And friends to share your way.
I asked for happiness for you
In all things great and small
But it was for His loving care
I prayed the most of all!
With All My Love
Hugs & Kisses
Vickie
Pam Oller
November 21, 2007
Karla, my dearest friend. My thoughts are with you now and always. Thelma is by far one of the best humans I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. She will always have a special place in my heart. See you after Christmas. Love to you and all.
Danny & Elaine Reynolds & Family
November 20, 2007
I am so very sorry for your loss,she will be very sadly missed.
Gray Taylor
November 20, 2007
Im so sorry to hear about your loss. As I live in the UK I never got to meet this amazing lady and only knew Thelma as Karla's mom. My thoughts are with you all
Dan and Mickey Steffeny
November 20, 2007
Karla,
Our condolences to you and your family.
Bobbi & Joe Watson
November 20, 2007
Denny & Karla,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Carol Tucker-Collins
November 19, 2007
For Sharon and family, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Grandma. I knew Thelma when I worked with her in the laundry @ St. John's Hospital in the mid-to late seventies. Thelma was quite often my partner when we had to fold patient gowns. It gave me an opportunity to get to know her and become close to her. She was a very sweet and loving woman... We often talked about our families and she would always gleem with pride when she talked about hers. Thelma was very proud of all of you. She was a very sweet lady with a heart of gold. Even though I did not keep in touch with Thelma after I left St. John's she was one person who you could never forget and I thought about her often. My condolences to the family. Thelma was a terrific person and will be missed dearly; but know she is now in a better place and she lived a long and fullfilling life.
Melinda Sloper (Hendricker)
November 19, 2007
Many times in my life I have disappointed you,
and begun to stray.
But you have pointed me in the right direction,
and sent me on my way.
Many times in my life I've needed a helping hand,
and someone to pull me up.
It was you who gave that helping hand,
and always cheered me up.
Many times I've been sad and down,
and taken it out on you.
But you stood by me and comforted me,
In times that I was bad.
Many times I've needed support,
and to know someone was there.
It was you who held me up,
and showed me how to care.
Many times I've wanted to tell you this,
But never got a chance.
You have helped me out in life,
and got me where I am.
You were there for me through thick and thin,
You never gave up on me and you taught me how to care.
From the deepest of my heart I want to say I love you,
And to thank you for being there for me in times of good or bad.
Burns Family
November 19, 2007
Great Grandma Thelma was a very loving & kind women. She will always be in our hearts.
Carrie Fleming
November 19, 2007
Grandma Hendricker will be missed
Sarah Jones
November 18, 2007
Kelsey Lucas and Family:
I am terribly sorry to hear of your loss. Know that you will remain in my thoughts and prayers. I can only hope that your memories of such a wonderful and generous women will bring you comfort. Please know that I am here if you need anything....don't hesitate to ask.
Sincerely,
Sarah Jones
Falen and Cera Pershing
November 18, 2007
Cera and I send the best of wishes to you all and hope all is well. May we all remember grandma's warm welcoming smile and know she feels no pain no more, her eyes filled with so much love and care. AS our memories of her float through our daily thoughts, may we embrace every second with joy.
robin riley
November 18, 2007
My prayers go out to your entire family. I really didn't get to know Thelma but I saw a loving & devoted family..especially in her last days. She MUST have been a wonderful lady. God bless you.
The Smith Family
November 18, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
terri gleason
November 18, 2007
the best women i ever knew
teryl gleason
Dolores & David Cramer
November 18, 2007
To all the family of Aunt Thelma:
We were sorry to hear about her death. We are thinking of you.
Love, Dolores & David Cramer
steve carter
November 18, 2007
Aunt Thelma will be missed by all that knew her. I never knew a more loving and accepting person. Our prayers and sympathy go out to her immediate family. Love always
Timothy Hager
November 17, 2007
I'm sorry Aunt Kathy. All here in colorado are feeling pretty down that we lost a wonderful person in our family. Hope all is well back home. Love to all.
Doug&Carol Hurley
November 17, 2007
Thelma was a very great mother. She'll have our love forever.
Barbara DeStefano
November 17, 2007
Grandma will be missed by those of us living in Colorado. I guess we won't have a reason to go back now
Yvonne Wapniarski
November 17, 2007
I am so sorry,please know that all of you are in my thoughts and prays.
sharon neep-hager
November 17, 2007
i love you all and grandma is so much happier now and in a much better place.
FAITH MOFFITT
November 17, 2007
DEAR KARLA MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WE U AND YOUR FAMILY IN THIS TIME OF GRIEF I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS
FAITH A MOFFITT
( FAITH A LUCK IS MY MAIDEN NAME)
Rhonda Watson
November 17, 2007
To The Family of Thelma,
I want to express my deepest sympathy of such a great loss, your mother was simply "Grand", she was always, so warm and friendly,but still could displayed a firm look when needed. I have fond memories of when Karla and I were teenagers and hanging out, my thoughts are very strong today with all of you. To all, hugs, kisses, and love Rhonda Watson (Brunner)
RON AND CAROLYN MONTGOMERY
November 17, 2007
WE ARE SO SORRY TO LEARN OF THELMA'S PASSING AWAY. WE HAVE BEEN LIFTING YOU ALL UP IN PRAYER AND WILL CONTINUE. THE SCRIPTURE SAYS- "TO BE ABSENT FROM THE BODY IS TO BE PRESENT WITH THE LORD". I AM ASSURED OF WHERE SHE IS TODAY. GOD BLESS TO ALL.
John Miller
November 17, 2007
Thelma worked for me in the Laundry Dept. at St. John's hospital for many years. She was a very talented seamstress who often designed and created specialty linen items for the nursing staff at Saints. She was always, joyful, hardworking, humorous, supportive, and encouraging to those around her. She will be missed.
Beth Edmonds
November 17, 2007
What a beautiful, loving, and sweet woman she was. How blessed I am to have known her. All my love and prayers to all her family members and friends that will miss her.
Jackie Plessa
November 17, 2007
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
jeanne mason
November 17, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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