Ward H. Henderson, a loving father and friend, age 92, of Valrico, Florida passed away on Wednesday, April 11, 2018. Ward was born February 5, 1926 in Lake Placid, Florida to Leon Lucius and Sallie Octavia (nee Hendry) Henderson. He graduated from Lake Placid High School as Salutatorian in 1944 and then served during World War II in the US Army Field Artillery from July 1944 to June 1946. He was a graduate of the School of Business Administration at the University of Florida and graduated in 1950 with a Bachelors Degree. He majored in marketing, but most of his work experience has been in accounting. He retired as a comptroller for the citrus industry.
Ward was preceded in death by his wife, Gloria J. Henderson, and his son, George Best. Loving family he leaves behind are his two sons, Alan Henderson, Richard Henderson (Teresa); daughter, Nancy Smith (Donny); brother, Roy Henderson; 14 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; and his furry companion, Honey.
A visitation for Ward will be held Tuesday, April 17, 2018 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Wells Memorial and Event Center, 1903 West Reynolds Street, Plant City, FL 33563. A funeral service will occur Tuesday, April 17, 2018 at 11:00 AM, 1903 West Reynolds Street, Plant City, FL 33563. A committal service and burial will follow Tuesday, April 17, 2018 at 3:30 PM at Lady Lake Cemetery, 400 W McClendon St, Lady Lake, FL 32159.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.WellsMemorial.com for the Henderson family.
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