William "Red" L. Henderson Jr. 87 if Mattydale formally of Jamesville passed away peacefully Tuesday Sept 18,2017 at Crouse Hospital.
Born in Syracuse NY to Claire Seeley and William L Henderson Sr. William was a Naval Reservist and retired from Sears & Leaseway Corporation. He was a member of Jamesville Sportsmans Club.
Red lived for his children and grandchildren! He enjoyed the little stories about his grand babies and their visits would bring a smile to his face that would light up a room. William is predeceased by his loving wife of 62 yrs Joyce H. Williams on Jan 3, 2016.
He is survived by his children, Cathy ( Todd )Emmons, Lynne Henderson, Therese ( Vinnie ) Carroll, William III ( Shari Weaver), Harry (Antoinette Heffernan), two sisters Carol Welch and Lucy Reynolds 9 grandchildren and 8 great grand children, one great great grandson and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2-4pm with memorial services to be held at 4pm at New Comer Cremations and Funerals 705 N. Main St. North Syracuse.
Memorial contributions may be made to Mattydale Fire Department. To leave a special message for the family, please visit the guestbook below.