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Eugene Doyle Henderson was born March 10, 1955 in Fort Benning, Georgia to L.C. and Della Virginia Henderson. He grew up in the Columbus and Phenix City area. Mr. Henderson was employed as a truck driver in the area for many years. He was a devoted member of Midway Baptist Church in Smiths Station, Alabama and had earned the title as an ordained minister. In his spare time, Mr. Henderson loved cooking for his family and friends. He always had an admiration for Elvis Pressley and was known in the area to be quite the Elvis impersonator. He adored his family and was a devoted son, husband, father, and grandfather to many.
Eugene D. Henderson, 64, of Smiths Station, Alabama passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2019 at the Bethany House in Auburn, Alabama. He is preceded in death by his father, L.C. Henderson.
Survivors include his wife, Theresa Henderson; mother, Della Virginia Henderson; children, Tammy (Michael) Carnley, Billy Henderson, Della Chilson, Jeremiah Henderson; step-children, Terri (Louie) Abney, Vickie (Tim) Wood, and Amanda Parkerson; siblings, Mary Jane Ware, Carolyn McAlpine, James Henderson, Lawrence Henderson; eleven grandchildren, eleven step-grandchildren, and a host of extended family and friends.
A memorial service will be held 11:00 am on Friday, March 29, 2019 at Midway Baptist Church in Smiths Station, Alabama with Rev. Jeff Dravenstott officiating. Following the service, a light meal will be prepared in the fellowship hall for all to attend.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Midway Baptist Church, 9244 Lee Road 246, Smiths Station, Alabama 36877.
The Henderson family is being assisted by Georgia Cremation, 7500 Veterans Parkway, Suite A, Columbus, Georgia 31909, 706-577-0055. The family invites you to leave a condolence or share a fond memory of Mr. Henderson below.
Kayla Abney says
To Eugene Henderson,
You’ve been a wonderful person in my life. I never thought I would meet someone like you. I’m blessed that you were in my life. You were an amazing Christian to everyone. We all love you with our heats and souls. Just remember we will never forget you and we will always love you.
-Kayla Abney
Your daughter Della Chilson says
Dad, I will forever cherish the sweet memories we have. I love and miss you so much. I know your probably fishing in that huge lake in your paradise. Please tell everyone that I miss and love them too. I’m gonna be strong and take care of my children like you asked me to. I know your watching over them. They love you dearly. You will forever be loved and missed Daddy. Rest in Heaven now.
Love Always, Your Daughter,
Della Chilson
Brandy waller says
Uncle Eugene you will forever be missed and loved … I still can’t believe you are gone but I know you are no longer in pain , I know we’ll meet again and until then I’ll forever cherish the memories I have I’m sure by now you and Grandpa are probably fishing somewhere smiling down on us, don’t eat too many oysters up there and don’t run Hank Williams off from singing Elvis songs so much … Now grandma has 2 angels to protect and watch over her .. maybe now grandpa and you can get this family back into to thinking it’s a family … I love you and miss you so much , sorry for not seeing you as much as I should have been while you where still here plz forgive me … And Grandpa too… You are the 3rd family member to leave this Earth while I was in Florida… Is there something I need to know about that ?? Lol… I love you and until we are together again plz give my love to everyone and save me a seat to watch Ray Stevens with Grandpa… Love always your niece Brandy
Jobie Gandy says
In the short few years I’ve known you, you have always been a positive person. I remember the first time I seen you in an Elvis jumpsuit. I laughed so hard I cried. Thanks for taking and care of my Aunt and making her as happy as I’d ever seen her.
Heather Johnson says
You will be missed Mr. Eugene, we loved you so much , you was my daughters favorite Elvis Presley impersonator. We will reme6all the fun times we all shared . R.i.p. Brother Eugene.
Vickie Wood says
Rest in Paradise!!! I hope you are singing with Elvis and have a choir of Angels behind you. Thank you for loving our Mother unconditionally! You were very loved and will be truly missed😇
Jeremiah Henderson says
Dad i will miss you and you will always be in my heart and i love you hope your singing with hank and elvis
Jeremiah I Henderson says
I miss you daddy i really wish we could have spent my time together and been able to bond over life i wish you could have taught me things you knew i hope your alright up there dad I miss you just wish i could have had more time with you