John Hendrick Obituary

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. 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 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

Special lifelong friend,
Greg Perry and wife Valerie

Special lifelong friend and neighbor,
Joan Harris and husband Daun

John is preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Naomi Hendrick.