Sarah Catherine Henderson, 61, of Harrisburg, fell asleep in death on Friday, July 1, 2022. She was born in Harrisburg, daughter of the late Leroy Brown and Nannie Mae (Pendleton) Brown. She received her formal education in the Harrisburg School District and was a 1978 graduate of Harrisburg High School. Sarah was employed by the Harrisburg School District Food Services Department for over 30 years. "Sissie", as she was affectionately known, loved shopping, sewing, crocheting and especially cooking. On July 22, 1989 Sarah dedicated her life to Jehovah in water baptism and served Jehovah faithfully for 33 years. Sarah was the loving wife of Marc Henderson and is additionally survived by her oldest daughter; Markeia Gordon, her loving son-in-law, Westley Gordon; her baby girl, Nichole Henderson; her nine grandchildren, Christian, Janaya, Chylin, Jamear, Jayden, Jenesis, Christopher, Jarell and Jhakir; her siblings, Darryl Lee, Michael Brown, Franklin Brown, Diane Jenkins, Anthony Burnette, Michael & Michelle Payne, her loving sisters-in-law, Debbie Henderson and Denise Smith; her brothers-in-law, Veda Preston, Eric Smith(Angelia); her father-in-law, Eugene Smith and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. She is preceded in death by her baby daughter, Darlene Henderson, her loving baby sister, Constance Collins; her dearest sisters, Eugenia Smith and Chinecia Smith and her brothers Carl Cameron, John Blackstone, Kirk Lee, Ivan Smith and Leroy Brown.
Viewing for Sarah will be on Saturday, July 9 at 10 to 11 a.m. in the Chapel of the Major H.Winfield Funeral Home, Steelton followed by burial in William Howard Day Cemetery.
Guidelines will be observed with face masks for all attendees. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. in the Mount Pleasant Congregation of Jehovah's Witness, 4431 Rodkey Rd, Harrisburg, 17110.
ZOOM video conferencing of the service will be available through the Meeting ID: 864 0626 5200; Passcode: henderson. COVID-19 www.majorhwinfieldfuneralhome.com www.pennlive.com/obits
Deepest Condolences to the Families of this Beautiful soul. May you sleep in Heavenly peace.
My deepest condolences to my dearest friend Markiea Gordon. Your mother was a beautiful woman with a wonderful spirit. She will deeply be missed.
Mariah Doleman
My sincere condolences to the Henderson Family! Sissy was one of my high school classmates. I will always remember what a beautiful young lady she was with such a big heart! May she RIP!
My prayers with Sarah's Husband and entire family.GOD will keep you all in perfect peace.A classmate of Sarah.
My sincere sympathy, love and condolences to Marc and the beloved Smith family. I pray Jehovah God comforts you during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love Michelle
My deepest condolences for your lost of such a beautiful person.
My deepest sympathy to the family of Sarah. Sarah was my classmate and a sweet spirit with a warm and beautiful smile. May the family be comforted by your faith. Rest in Power Sarah.
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My condolences to the family! Hang in there Marc!โค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธ๐๐พ๐๐พ๐๐พ
My condolences to the family of Sissy! Hold on Marc!
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