Melvin LeRoy Henderson, Sr.

On August 13, 2024 Melvin Leroy Henderson Sr. of Cleveland, Ohio,

departed this life at age 84. He was a fearless, courageous, and resilient man of his

day. He cherished his family, especially his four children, held a burning passion

for Cleveland and was a diehard Cleveland Browns fan until the end.

Melvin Sr. was small in stature but had a big appetite. Meal time was to be

savored and enjoyed; he also passed this on to his family. His tenacious spirit

allowed him to overcome his many obstacles. He played out any hand he was dealt

and never complained.

Melvin’s famous quotes were “It’s always good to hear good news!”, and he

liked to tease the children with “See my finger, see my thumb, see my fist, you

better run!”.

Melvin was preceded in death by his mother, Zola Henderson of Georgia;

his only brother, The Late Reverend Johnathan Thornton Henderson, of Cleveland

Heights, Ohio; his loving son, Johnathan Lamar Henderson; and his ex-wife

Joan Bannon-Henderson-Roscoe.

He leaves behind to celebrate his life and adventurous memories with his loving

children, Melvin L. Henderson Jr., of Dayton, Ohio, Duane V. Henderson

(Deborah), of Marion, Ohio and Jacqueline D. Henderson-Twine (Albert), of

Marion, Ohio. Eleven grandchildren, Albert Twine II (Eunice), Wynelle O’Neal

(Brendan), Maurice Pettite, Rafeal Twine, Jacqueline Twine Jr., Isaiah Twine,

Michael Henderson, Jordan Henderson, Ebonee Henderson, Jonathan Henderson,

and Rebekka Twine. Ten great-grandchildren, Natavia, Nariah, Albert III, Elijah,

Isaiah, Moriah, Macaiah, Anaiah, Zee, and Cameron. Two nieces, Lynette

Henderson-Greene and Tracy Griffin, and a host of family and friends.

Melvin Henderson Sr. got his wings and now resides in our Heavenly Father’s loving arms.

 Calling hours will be at Boyd Funeral Home on Saturday, August 24, 2024 from 1 to 2pm with a memorial

service immediately following at 2pm. The staff of Boyd Funeral Home in Marion, Ohio is honored to be serving

the Henderson family during this difficult time.

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