Patricia “Pat” P. Henderson, 86, passed away on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at the Avenue of Wooster.
She was born on May 2, 1938, in Wooster to Stanley and Pearl McAfee Messner.
Pat worked for forty-one years at Wooster Brush both in the factory and in the second store. She was also owner and operator of Pat’s Place Country Music. Pat enjoyed Bluegrass music, crocheting, was an avid reader and collected Emmett Kelly pictures and porcelains. She supported Wounded Warriors and Make a Wish. Most of all, she loved spending time with her grandchildren
She is survived by her children Steve Henderson and Melinda Cholley of Shreve, Mechelle Messner-Ribera and Mark Ribera of Savannah, GA and Forrest and Sherri Messner of Millersburg; grandchildren Josh and Lisa Henderson, Evan Henderson and Thor Jaleco, Mylea Carpenter-Wengerd and Riley Wengerd and Felicia Messner-Hay and Grant Hay; great grandchildren Connor and Kinley Henderson and Hudson Forrest Hay; and a brother Denny Messner.
In addition to her husband, Franklin, she was preceded in death by her parents, Pearl and Stanley Messner and brothers John and Butch Messner.
A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at 11:00 AM at McIntire, Bradham & Sleek Funeral Home, 216 E. Larwill St., Wooster. Burial to follow at Pioneer Cemetery, 1250 Co. Rd. 175, Lakeville, Ohio 44638.
Friends will be received on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that you make a memorial contribution to the Alzheimer Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601.
Online condolences may be directed to the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com.
I want to extend my sympathy and condolences to family and friends. She was a wonderful lady. Our moms were sisters. May God give you peace and comfort during this time. My love and prayers your cousin,
Sue Foster Smith
Sending my condolences to pats family. Pat and my mom, Becky Crabtree, were best friends. I remember Pat to be a sweet caring woman.
My condolences to Steve and Melinda and their extended family. Growing up with Steve, I have many fond childhood memories of visiting and staying over night at their house out in the country. We would go various places with Pat and Frank, which is how I got to know them. They both treated me like family. I remember going to the car races at Lakeville Speedway with them………….those memories are forever.
Mechelle I’m so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Sending hugs and love for you and your family.
Deepest sympathy to her family & friends. Pat was a super person, kind & giving. I was friends with Butch & Johnny, too. Good family, already missed I’m sure. Peace to your heart’s. So sorry for your loss.
Rest in Peace Pat. My Condolences to Steve and his family.
Pat was a special lady! I have fond memories from when I would come visit her and Frank with Forrest during high school and college days. Rest in Heaven, Pat!