Ethel M. Henderson

7/11/1919 – 2/12/2015

Ethel (Wilson) Henderson died in her son’s home, Lincoln, Ne. Ethel was preceded in death by both parents; her husband Cornelius (King Fish) Henderson, Omaha; Siblings, Florene, Elsie, Kenney, Manual, Luther, Elmer, Wilma and Griggs Wilson Jr, Omaha; Survived by son, Marvin Dillwood Sr. and Anita Baden, Lincoln; Sisters, Elnora Allen, Francis Johnson, Ada Daily, Omaha; Marsha and Barbara Wilson, Co; 4 Grandchildren, Marvin Dillwood Jr, Ok;  Tracy Dillwood, Co;  Justin Dillwood, Ne;  Joslyn (Wordie) Wright, Tx;  14 Great Grandchildren; Great Great Grandchildren and host of nieces, nephews and relatives. Ethel has always demonstrated her faith and interest in church through her continued involvement. She served various roles as a member of Salem Baptist for many years and currently is a member of New Rising Star for over a decade. On a regular basis, she courageously would reach out into the community offering time, attention or resources to help whoever might need it.  She was the driver of the ‘Red Mustang Convertible’ that used to receive a lot of unsolicited attention.  She had an active lifestyle from early morning to early evening. Every year she would grow and work her garden giving the yield to whoever desired it.  She loved being outside… Her arrangement of roses and two hibiscus plants, one small with white flowers, another huge with big red flowers, was a front yard delight of the neighborhood.  Her ultimate favorite was to go fishing, catch as many as she could, clean them and give them away. At night, when the day was done, she rested by reading herself to sleep.  She lived a quiet unassuming life.  May she rest in eternal peace.

Cremation.  No visitation. Inurnment will be private at a later date. In lieu of flowers, send all donations to Alzheimer Association.  Memorial services will be held Saturday 2-28-2015 at 11 am at New Rising Star MBC 6118 Ames Ave.