George Edward Henderson

George Edward Henderson, 75, passed away surrounded by his loved ones on July 19, 2023.

George was born on June 21st, 1948, to Edward and Marjorie Henderson. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He also went on to serve 30 years with the Des Moines Fire Department and 38 ½ years with the Des Moines Public School District. He was a man dedicated to serving and protecting others.

He loved spending time with his family and friends, being outdoors, as well as going on long walks and bike rides. Some of his favorite hobbies included reading, learning about history, seeing movies, listening to live music, and traveling the world. He enjoyed tinkering with his cars and riding around with the top down. Overall, he was at his happiest while spending time with others and being on the go.

George is survived by his wife, Ririe Henderson; children, Ed (Deborah) Henderson, Liz Chapin, and served as guardian to Diamon Voneye; grandchildren, Jackson Ayer, Teagan Henderson, Bree Chapin, Byron and Blake Perkins; siblings, Lawrence and Karen Henderson.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Keith Henderson.

The family will greet friends Wednesday, July 26, 2023, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, July 27, 2023, at 12:00 p.m. also at the funeral home. George will be laid to rest at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery, 1 NE 60th Avenue, Des Moines.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family to put towards a memory plaque at Gray’s Lake in honor of George.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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