Raymond Henderson

Passed peacefully on May 25, 2016 at Nithview Community in New Hamburg after a long battle with Congestive Heart Failure. Ray was in his 80th year. Born, raised and resided with his family in Seaforth until his final years, will return to his home town to rest in peace. Husband of his devoted wife Helen (McGonigle), who predeceased him on February 6, 2012. Father of Steve Henderson of London, Paul Henderson of St. Marys, Brian Henderson (predeceased August 9, 2013), Lori Miller of Exeter and Lisa and husband Dave Akey of Baden. Loving and proud grandfather of Andrew, Sky, Devin, Adam, Courtney, Brittany, Beau and Tanner. Brother of the late Stewart Henderson, and brother-in-law to Peg Henderson of Mitchell, the late Robert McGonigle (Marilyn) of Belmont, Sandra Anderson (Ivan) of Grand Bend and Cathy Eisler (Gary) of Grand Bend. Ray will be remembered by his many nieces, nephews and friends. Predeceased by his parents Chester and Anne (Stewart) Henderson and Helen’s parents Gordon and Lola (Lantz) McGonigle. Ray worked for Ontario Hydro until his retirement and was passionate about hunting, hockey and his grandchildren. Visitation will be held at McGlynn Family Funeral Home, 87 Goderich St. W., Seaforth, 519-527-1390, on Sunday, May 29th, from 2-4 p.m., and will continue on Monday, May 30th, from 10 a.m. until the time of Ray’s funeral service at 11 a.m., with Pastor Jane Kuepfer officiating. Interment will take place in Maitlandbank Cemetery followed by a reception at the Royal Canadian Legion, Seaforth Branch 156. In kindness, donations to Seaforth Community Hospital or Nithview Community would be appreciated and can be made through the funeral home. Online condolences and memorial donations can be made by visiting Ray’s memorial at www.mcglynnfamilyfuneralhome.com