Tyler's grandpa passed away on Saturday. It was a very bittersweet moment for all of us. Grandpa was a great example of how to live and how to love your family. He was tired and ready to go, but he didn't want to leave his sweetheart.
This is the first grandparent Tyler has lost and it makes me think of how grateful we should be with the ones we have so close to us. We love you grandpa and will surely miss you!
Kenneth P. Hendrickson, 86, passed away on Saturday September 18, 2010 in Monroe, Utah. Born on December 4, 1923, in Glenwood, Utah, Kenneth was the youngest child of Niels Peter and Emma Pearl Bell Hendrickson. On February 5, 1943, Kenneth married his eternal sweetheart, Doradean Ogden in the Manti LDS Temple.
Kenneth grew up in Glenwood and loved the Sevier Valley. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing and hunting. He was an ardent scouter and in addition to other church callings, he served for fifteen years as the scoutmaster. Kenneth loved his country. Like so many of his generation, Kenneth left behind his young wife to answer the call of duty and served faithfully in the Air Force during WWII.
He and Doradean chose to raise their six children in Richfield, where Kenneth co-owned and operated Hendrickson Welding and Machine for 55 plus years. He was hard-working, creative and industrious. He designed and built the railings on many homes in Richfield. As one of his last projects he built the beautiful ornamental gates of the Richfield Cemetery.
Kenneth cultivated a wonderful garden every spring. Working in his garden and tending to his apple tree brought him great joy. He had a generous spirit and loved to share his harvest with neighbors and friends.
Kenneth’s testimony of the gospel always anchored and directed his life. He was a faithful man who taught by example. He often shared his testimony with his family, friends and associates. He lived true to the faith and expected others to do the same. There are many return missionaries, and temple marriages among his children and grandchildren.
Kenneth is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Doradean Ogden, Richfield; children, Dr. Raymond K (Diane) Hendrickson, Glenwood; Harold D (Kathleen) Hendrickson, Morgan Hill, CA; Cori (Don) Overson, Provo; Leon C Hendrickson, West Jordan; Dr. Ivan K. (Martha) Hendrickson, St. George; and Holly (Todd) McAllister; Richfield; 24 grandchildren and 45 great-grandchildren. Kenneth is preceded in death by his parents, his three sisters and four brothers; as well as one great-grandson.
2 comments:
Wow. We totally were on the same wavelength. I'm so glad you guys will be coming for the funeral. we'll see ya then. xo
Our thoughts are with you Ty. It's always hard to lose someone you loved so much. What a blessing it was to have such a great example in your life; he sounded like a great man.
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