Obituaries: Emery L. Henderson, 1941, Winn Parish, LA
Submitted by Greggory E. Davies, 120 Ted Price Lane, Winnfield, LA 71483
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From: September 11, 1941 Winn Parish Enterprise

E. L. Henderson Succumbs Late Thursday Eve

Had Lived Here For Quarter of a Century

Emery L. Henderson, 69 years of age, died at his home in Winnfield late
Thursday afternoon, September 11, as the result of a stroke.  Funeral
arrangements had not been made Thursday night but it was understood that they
would be held at the Presbyterian Church here with Rev. Alwin Stokes in charge
as soon as Mr. Henderson's sons and daughters arrive.

Mr. Henderson had lived in Winnfield for a quarter of a century and for many
years he was employed by the Tremont & Gulf Railroad as roadmaster.  He was
the owner and manager of several stores operated in LaSalle Parish several
years ago.

Mr. Henderson was born June 10, 1872 in Indiana and was reared and educated
there.  He was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Henderson of Indiana.

Surviving are his wife who resides in Winnfield; seven sons, Bill, Jack,
Kendall, Merle, of Winnfield; Earl, Brooklyn, N. Y.; Paul, Houston, Texas; and
Nell, Anderson, Indiana; and two daughters, Peggy, Winnfield, and Maud, of
Anderson, Indiana.