Bill Lee Henderson

January 24, 2023

Bill Lee Henderson, 71, of rural Michigantown, Ind., died January 24, 2023, surrounded by his family, at I.U. Health Arnett Hospital, Lafayette, Ind.  He was born February 6, 1951 in Frankfort, Ind. to LeRoy M. & Vera C. (Cox) Henderson.  He married Linda L. Ferguson on September 20, 1975 in Frankfort, Ind. and she survives.

Bill was a 1969 graduate of Clinton Central High School.  He had worked at Rexnord in Indianapolis for 27 years.  Prior to Rexnord, he worked for Biddles Screw Company in Sheridan, Ind. for over 25 years.  Bill was a member of the Eagles Lodge, Kirklin American Legion, and was in a Bowling League for years.  He enjoyed cruises, gardening, spending time with family and friends and never knew a stranger.

Visitation and Services

Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Monday, January 30, 2023 at Goodwin Funeral Home, 200 S. Main St., Frankfort. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, January 31st at the funeral home. Lonny Henderson and Rev. Daniel Lytle will officiate. Burial will be in Green Lawn Memorial Park. Memorial donations may be made to the Clinton County Cancer Fund.

Survived by:

Wife: Linda L. Henderson of rural Michigantown, Son: Josh (Maggie) Henderson of Frankfort, 2 Brothers: Marty (Debbie) Henderson of Frankfort and Lonny Henderson of Frankfort, and a Grandson: Devin Henderson of Frankfort.

Preceded by:

His parents and a brother, LeRoy “Junior” Henderson.

Condolences

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31 Condolences for “Bill Lee Henderson”

  1. Linda Ostler January 26, 2023 at 2:58 pm

    So sorry for your loss.

  2. William J. Taylor January 26, 2023 at 3:37 pm

    The entire Taylor-Davey family sends their sincere condolences and wishes the entire family peace during this difficult time.

  3. Dennis Lambert January 26, 2023 at 3:42 pm

    Bill I know your family will miss you terribly. I will miss you and I only knew you for a short time. You treated me like I was your best friend. We had a great time swapping old stories. Not a lot of better man that I know of. May your family live in peace as you smile down upon them.

  4. Vicki Albaugh January 26, 2023 at 4:58 pm

    So sorry Lonny for your loss. Big hugs an prayers to you.

  5. Hugh Logan January 26, 2023 at 5:07 pm

    I never had a better friend than Bill. I will miss him and his smiling face a lot and to Linda and the entire Henderson family I send my sincere condolences in this difficult time. Knowing he is in a better place with no pain, I hope will be a small piece of mind to you and the entire family.

  6. Priscilla E. Worth January 26, 2023 at 5:26 pm

    Many hugs and prayers to all the family, Bill was a great man, I have knew Bill since I was little, he had a heart of gold, he will definitely be missed.

  7. Kathy Cross January 26, 2023 at 5:43 pm

    I would like to send my sincere condolences to the family. I worked for Rexnord also, and I always remember Bill having a smile on his face, such a nice man. My prayers are with you.

  8. Mary Richards January 26, 2023 at 6:24 pm

    Linda, so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to you and your family.

  9. Wayne and Susie Brock January 26, 2023 at 6:31 pm

    We are so very sorry for your loss. We know he will be deeply missed. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers. Wayne and Susie Brock

  10. Steven and Jennifer Meadows January 26, 2023 at 7:17 pm

    I’m quite sure he was an amazing man. He leaves behind a great son. Josh is amazing, and I just know that he got it from his mother and father. So sorry for the family’s loss, God be with you all, always.

  11. Joshua Newell January 27, 2023 at 8:08 am

    My thoughts, prayers, and condolences are with the entire family.

  12. Angie Johnstone January 27, 2023 at 8:38 am

    So sorry for you loss Linda and Josh and family. Praying for you all.

  13. John Newlin January 27, 2023 at 9:10 am

    Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  14. Ron Gengler January 27, 2023 at 9:12 am

    Linda and Josh, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

  15. Shane Ewing January 27, 2023 at 11:52 am

    Josh and family,

    Sorry to hear about Bills passing. I grew up with Josh in the Frankfort area. May the Lord’s grace be with you all.

  16. Jeannie Wilson January 27, 2023 at 12:13 pm

    Linda and Josh and the entire Henderson family, I’m so sorry for your loss. Bill was such a nice man and will be missed by all who knew him. Prayers to all.

  17. Steve Evans and Family January 27, 2023 at 12:50 pm

    Linda, Josh, Maggie and Devin our deepest sympathies on your loss. Bill was one of a kind, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
    Steve Evans and family

  18. Mildred Tansey Keaton January 27, 2023 at 12:52 pm

    Sorry for your loss, Marty. I’ll keep you in my prayers.

  19. cathy hurless January 27, 2023 at 3:30 pm

    I’m so sorry to hear this. Prayers and hugs to you and your family.

  20. Betty McCoubrey January 27, 2023 at 5:27 pm

    Heartfelt thoughts for all the family circle. Praying for strength for Linda.
    From Betty in Northern Ireland

  21. Dave Wolfley January 27, 2023 at 7:41 pm

    My deepest condolences to you and the family. Bill was a good man and I am proud to have known him.

  22. Jayne King January 29, 2023 at 10:20 am

    Linda, I am sorry for your loss. I always liked Bill a lot. He was such a good and kind man. I am so happy for you that the two of you got to enjoy each other so much and live life to it’s fullest. Leaving my sincere condolences to you and the entire Henderson family.

  23. Chris Clark January 29, 2023 at 4:35 pm

    I was so sad to hear of Bill’s passing. He was such a friendly guy, & always willing to offer a helping hand. Our class lost one of the best with Bill. I’m so very sorry for Linda & their family.

  24. Ann Crider January 29, 2023 at 10:47 pm

    Linda and family I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. May God give you comfort and peace. Ann L. Friend Crider

  25. Jason and DeAnn Berry January 30, 2023 at 4:59 pm

    So sorry for your loss. You’re in our thoughts and prayers.

    Jason, DeAnn and family

  26. Joe January 30, 2023 at 5:42 pm

    We’re so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and the family.

  27. Joe Reuzenaar January 30, 2023 at 5:56 pm

    Sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and the family.

  28. Debbie Davis January 30, 2023 at 7:36 pm

    Josh I’m so sorry for your loss, your dad was a great person. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

  29. Greg Kramer January 31, 2023 at 8:12 am

    Linda, Josh and family, I am so sorry for your loss. On the occasions I had to be around Bill, you could tell he was the type of person that made those around him smile and always feel better for knowing him and being around him. I know he made me feel that way. Thoughts, prayers and love up to you and the family.

  30. Nychelle Cox January 31, 2023 at 5:20 pm

    We will truly miss you. Your laugh and hugs were one of a kind. Rest easy in heaven with Jesus Christ.

    We love you
    The Cox Family

  31. Judith Hardy January 31, 2023 at 8:16 pm

    So sorry for your loss – Judith and Vic Hardy

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