Clara Lorraine Henderson age 90 was born March 6,1930 in Tiptonville,Tennessee to Donnell and Flossie Henderson. Clara entered into her eternal rest on Monday January 13, 2020 at Methodist Hospital located in Merrillville, IN with her family right her side.

Clara was a devoted and loving mother of nine, a homemaker and filled full of joy. Her passions and enjoyment at heart were cooking and spending with her family and friends.

Clara was preceded in death by her parents Donnell and Flossie Henderson, one Sister Almedia Grimm, five sons Marvin Patterson, Ernie McKnight, Curby Henderson, Lawrence Henderson, & Leonard Henderson. 

She leaves to cherish her memories is her two daughters: Hazellea Wilson (Milwaukee,WS), JoAnna Barbee (Forest Park,GA), two sons Odie Henderson (Merrillville, IN), Darren Henderson (Gary,IN) and one daughter-in-law Millie Patterson(Chicago,IL). There are many grandchildren, great grandchildren,great-great grandchildren a host of nieces,nephews,friends and relatives. Special thanks to all the residents located at 3280 Pierce Street in Gary,IN.