Joan Catherine Henderson Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Joan Catherine Henderson of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida is shared. Joan, born on January 16, 1935 in Waycross, Georgia, passed away on August 31, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Joan will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around her. Friends and family will honor Joan by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence she had in their lives. Though Joan is no longer present, the bonds she created and the experiences shared will endure. Joan’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew her.
She was predeceased by: her husband Robert T. Henderson Sr.; her son Robert T. Henderson Jr.; and her sister Martha Bryant Summerbell. She is survived by: her son Joseph W. Henderson (Cheryl); and her grandchildren, Robert T. Henderson III (Jill), Alison Sarah Henderson, Catherine Henderson Butler (Michael) and Alexandra Gail Henderson. She is also survived by five great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, if you would like to remember Jo with a contribution, her love for children and gardening lives on at Liza Jackson Preparatory School in Miss Jo's garden.
