John Ellis Hendrick, 78, of Timpson, Texas, passed away on December 26,
2024, surrounded by loved ones in Longview, Texas. He was born on July
23, 1946, in Timpson, Texas, to the late Leonard John Hendrick and Naomi
Lee (Lilly) Hendrick.
Funeral service will be held at 2PM on Monday, December 30, 2024, at
Mangum Funeral Home, with Bro. Eric Pledger officiating. Interment to
follow at New Prospect Cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 3-5PM on Sunday, December 29, 2024, at
Mangum Funeral Home.
John was born and raised in Timpson. He graduated from Timpson High
School Class of 1964. After graduation John went to Jacksonville Junior
College, part of the Baptist Missionary Association of America where he
played football. There he earned many awards such as Honorable Mention
and voted Most Handsome. Later he went to Stephen F. Austin State
University and received a Bachelor of Science degree then completed his
master’s degree in education. He spent much of his life working as an
electrician then he entered the education field. He retired after many years
in education working for the Nacogdoches ISD Co-operative. After John
retired he decided to return to his passion of education finishing his career
at Panola Charter School in Carthage. John lived a life filled with passion for
cattle farming and spent much time trying to master the Red Brangus
bloodline. He loved riding his side-by-side, especially with his grandkids,
checking on the cattle and fences. John was an observer. He spent lots of
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time riding and just enjoying the outdoors. He adored his children, and
especially his grandchildren.
He is survived by his sons,
Patrick Hendrick and wife Candace
Brandon Bowen and wife Callie
Daughter,
Courtney Sanchez and husband Antowan
Grandchildren,
Benjamin Bowen
Adreia Sanchez
Aidan Sanchez
Mason Hendrick
Adalynn Hendrick
Brother,
Benjamin Thomas Hendrick and wife Nancy
Sister,
Mary Jo Rogers and husband Vernis
John is preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Naomi Hendrick.
To send condolences or to sign an online register, please visit www.mangumfh.net .
Mangum Funeral Home, Center, is in charge of arrangements.