Clyde E. Henderson

Clyde E. Henderson, 93, passed away in his home on May 31, 2008.

Clyde was born to John Henderson and Mattie Lee on Dec. 4, 1914, in Kerr County, Texas. Though he came to homestead in Block 40, Moses Lake, he still kept Texas near and dear to his heart.

Clyde was an honest, hardworking man who touched many lives. He was a true patriot who served our country during World War II in the Marine Corp, 3rd Marine Division. On July 6, 1945, Clyde married Fern Becker and moved to Block 40 in 1951 where he farmed and ranched until 1991 when they moved into Moses Lake. He was widowed by Fern's passing in August of 1993.

Clyde found love again in Twyla Shangle. They were married on July 8, 1995, and were happily married until his passing. Twyla brought into his life her children and their families, Debra and Mike Shay, Twyla (Denise) Bowman, and Monte and Liz Shangle who he loved as if they were his own. Twyla also brought into his life her grandchildren Mike, Tanya, Nicole, Kristin, Jacob, and Tyler as well as three great-grandchildren. Clyde touched all of their lives deeply.

Clyde's passions in life were the Presbyterian Church, his family, fishing in Alaska, extensive traveling, and woodwork. He was also a proud Republican who was truly proud to say that he was an American. He also enjoyed all the time he spent drinking coffee with the "boys" up at Bob's Caf/. Clyde had many friends and touched the lives of all that he met. He was a true gentleman and cared wholeheartedly about the wellbeing of others. He will truly be missed by all that knew him.

Clyde is preceded in death by his parents John and Mattie, Wife Fern, brothers Irvin, Jack, Jasper, and Welton. He is survived by wife Twyla of Moses Lake, sister Hattie Sagabell of Lana, Texas, Brother Temple Henderson of Mt. Home, Texas, sister Eva Dee Davis of New Brunsfel, Texas, and numerous nephews and nieces in Texas.

Memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, June 9, 2008, at the First Presbyterian Church located at 1142 West Ivy Avenue, Moses Lake. Pastor Eric A. Frey will be conducting the services. The family respectfully requests that donations be made to the Block 40 Scholarship fund in lieu of flowers. Donations can be mailed to Block 40 Scholarship Fund, c/o Max Morley, 10220 RD. 13 N.E., Moses Lake, WA 98837.