Ernest G. Henderson, 88, Fairfield Twp., passed away December 20, 2023, at Ligonier Gardens.  Born June 1, 1935, in Bolivar (Fairfield Twp.) the son of late Graham D. Henderson and Nettie A. Henderson Ankney.  Also preceded in death by wife JoAnne (Shrock) Henderson, daughter Terri Ann Henderson, brother Dean Clifford Henderson, and sisters Donna Grace and Wilma Ruth Henderson.

Survived by son Ernest F. Henderson and wife Laura, Fairfield Twp., grandchildren Zachary Henderson, New Florence; and Marisa Lewis and husband Greg, Brush Valley; great-grandson Bryson.

Member of Fort Palmer Presbyterian Church, Charter Life member of Fairfield Twp. Vol. Fire Co., Ligonier Lodge #331, F&AM, and NRA.  He also served in the PA National Guard from 1957 to 1963.

Friends received 6-8 PM Friday and 2-4 and 6-8 pm Saturday at Kenneth A. Stuart Funeral Home, 139 Ligonier St., New Florence.  Fairfield Fire Company service at 6:30 PM Saturday, and Masonic Service 7 PM Saturday.  Funeral Service 11 am Tuesday at Fort Palmer Presbyterian Church, 4627 Rt 711, Bolivar.  Rev. Dr. J. Paul McCracken officiating.  Interment Fairfield Cemetery.  Online condolences may be made at www.thestuartfuneralhomes.com