Ruth Ann Henderson

Herrin- Ruth Ann Henderson, 71, of Herrin, passed away at 1:36 PM, Wednesday, March 26, 2008 at Herrin Hospital. Ruth Ann was born on March 22, 1937 in DuQuoin to Jesse & Clara (Hubbs) Griffin. She married Melvin Mutt Henderson on March 17, 1956 in Hernando, MS. He preceded her in death on January 9, 2001. Mrs. Henderson was a lifelong homemaker and formerly worked as a housekeeper and caregiver for many years at Mattinglys Nursing Home in Energy. Prior to that she worked at Olin Corp. manufacturing ammunition for the US government. Ruth had a keen sense of humor and enjoyed performing practical jokes on her many friends and loved ones. She looked forward to casino trips to play the slots and enjoyed playing rummy with her sister every week. She loved the outdoors and was a member of the Fin and Feather Club in Freeman Spur. She went fishing and camping with her family practically every weekend when she was able. Ruth was a loyal sports fan. Her teams were the Chicago Cubs, Kentucky Wildcats and Southern Illinois Salukis. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her. Survivors include- Daughter- Lou Ann Henderson & companion Cathy Crawford of Chatham Son- Melvin W. Henderson & fiance Kimberly Gibbs of Herrin Daughter- Tina Ann Mack of Nicholasville, KY Grandchild- Ashley Henderson of Seattle, WA Grandchild- Nicholas Henderson of Herrin Grandchild- Dillon Henderson of Herrin Grandchild- Michael Phillip Boots of Herrin Grandchild- Cori Mack of Nicholasville, KY Grandchild- Jessie Mack of Nicholasville, KY Sister & brother in law- Janice & Dr. Arthur Basso of Mulkeytown Niece- Kathy Guthrie of Sesser Great niece- Katie Guthrie of Sesser Great niece- Amy Guthrie of Sesser Great niece- Megan Basso of Mulkeytown Great nephew- Michael Basso of Mulkeytown Special friend and cousin- Judy Robison of Herrin Many close friends She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, two brothers- Robert & Willard Gene Griffin and two nephews- Rick & Tony Basso. The funeral service will be held at 3:00 PM, Saturday, March 29, 2008 at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin. Rev. Don Colson will officiate. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Cemetery in Carterville. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until time of service, Saturday, at the funeral home. Memorial donations are suggested to the American Heart Association and will be accepted at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home/ 201 S. 13th St/ Herrin, IL 62948.