Vernelle Dalton Henderson

Vernelle Dalton Henderson, 88 years old, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 7, 2018 in Decatur, Alabama near family. She was born on November 28, 1929 in Gretna, Virginia to the late Finnie and Cora Dalton. She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Cecil W. Henderson, Sr. She was a resident of Pensacola, Florida for over 50 years. Her survivors include her sisters, Isabelle Simpson (Noblesville, IN) and Jean Grubbs (Gretna, VA); sisters-in-law, Betty Henderson (Conroe, TX) and Ann Henderson (Decatur, AL); children, Kathy Drewien of Marietta, GA., Cecil (Robin) Henderson of Decatur, AL., Fredy (Libby) Henderson of Luling, LA., and Stan (Kate) Henderson of Cedar Park, TX ; grandchildren, Jessica, Matt, Lydia, Adam, Luke, Dillon, Joshua, David, Chris, Andy, Daniel, and Aimee; and numerous great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Vernelle was beloved by many and her family is at peace knowing she is now with the Lord. She had a life-long love of learning. She studied Home Economics at Madison College (now James Madison University) and she loved being a homemaker. She enjoyed substitute teaching and playing golf. She shared with her children her many talents that included cooking, nutrition, sewing, quilting, and financial stewardship. Vernelle's abilities were admired by many as she won numerous sewing and quilting awards. She was a faithful member of Gonzalez United Methodist Church where she graciously shared her gifts to benefit others. She took great pride in her family and sacrificed throughout her life to ensure her family's needs were met. Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 20, beginning at 11:30 a.m. followed by the service at 1:00 p.m. at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 Highway 29, Cantonment, FL. Burial will be at Gonzalez United Methodist Church Cemetery, 2026 Pauline St., Cantonment, FL. Pallbearers will be her grandsons. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be directed to the Gonzalez United Methodist Church Building Fund, P. 0. Box 38, Gonzalez, FL 32560. FAITH CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME NORTH, 1000 Hwy S. Hwy 29, Cantonment, FL is entrusted with the arrangements. You may express your condolences online at www.fcfhs.com

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Vernelle Dalton Henderson

November 28, 1929 - January 7, 2018