Evelyn DeCoux Henderson

1925 - 2021

Evelyn DeCoux Henderson obituary, 1925-2021, Baton Rouge, LA

BORN

1925

DIED

2021

Evelyn Henderson Obituary

Evelyn D. Henderson was a resident of Baton Rouge, La., and was born in Beaumont, Tx on June 12, 1925. She died peacefully on Sunday, May 23, 2021, surrounded by her family. She was a retired teacher from East Baton Rouge School System. She was devoted to her family and church. She was a lector at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church and a member of the Knights Peter Claver, Ladies Auxiliary Court #12. She is proceeded in death by her parents, Alexander DeCoux and Pearl Nero DeCoux; husband of 37 years, James Henderson, III; brothers, Clyde, Marvin, Martin, James, Leroy, and Alexander, Jr. DeCoux; and sisters, Mary Louise D. Boudreaux, Antoinette D. Smith, Alma D. Duncan, May Rose D. Rhodes, and Nova D. Wedge. She is survived by her sons; Alvin, Michael, and Donald Henderson; two sisters, Hilda D. Gardere and Ophelia D. Dauphin; a host of nieces, nephews, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Visitation and funeral service will be at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Baton Rouge on Tuesday, June 1, 2021 beginning at 9am. Interment will follow at Green Oaks Memorial Park with repass immediately following at Green Oaks Reception Hall. Rabenhorst Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Published by The Advocate from May 29 to Jun. 1, 2021.
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Condolences to family.
God is faithful;
The Holy Spirit will comfort and heal the broken-hearted

Mary Beckham

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May 31, 2021

WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO MIKE AND KATHY

Marie R Pugh

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May 31, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
It's been a while since I'd seen Mrs. Henderson, but I remember her always being such a sweet and soft spoken lady.
God bless and comfort you all is my prayer. Amen

Cynthia Anthony

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May 31, 2021

May God be a blessing during your time of need and keep the faith. Mr.&Mrs. Louis HAYES& Family

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May 29, 2021

We will be praying for you and your family during your time of need .Mr.&Mrs. John H. Guy, Jr. & Family

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St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church

Baton Rouge, LA

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9:00 a.m.

St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church

Baton Rouge, LA

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Interment

Green Oaks Memorial Park

LA

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