Gertrude Florence Marie Henderson Obituary
We announce the death of Gertrude Florence Marie Henderson of Vienna, Illinois, born in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, who passed away on September 12, 2026, at the age of 65. Gertrude will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gertrude Florence Marie Henderson to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Gerald Ruge and Rita Ruge (Brunet); her daughter Pamela R. Jones; and her brothers, Gerald Arthur and Roland Ruge.
She is survived by: her children, Crystal D. Clark of Mattoon, Steven C. Henderson (Samantha) of Vienna, Eddie Ruge of Vienna, Doug Lapierre of Rhode Island and Albert Ruge (Elizabeth) of Mattoon, Illinois; her grandchildren, Arria, Aaron, Bryar, Kaylynn, Shawn, Olivia, Tyvon, Ramahd, Exavior, Charlotte, Aden and Connor; and her sisters, Elizabeth Duquette of North Smithfield, Madelyn Ortiz of Woonsocket, Cecelia Ruge of Maine and Mary Anne Duquette. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and many friends.
Memorials may be made to St. Paul Catholic Church for mass intentions, and may be mailed to the church at 2020 State Route 146 East, Vienna, Illinois 62995.
