Mr. L.D. Henderson

On Thursday, January 23rd, 2025, at the age of 86, Pastor LD Henderson moved from Mobile, Alabama to his heavenly home to be with the Lord he loved and served. LD was a husband, brother, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, a dear friend and beloved pastor. He was born on November 23, 1938, in Opp, Alabama. LD was the youngest of nine siblings who have all passed before him. He lived a life marked by kindness, service, and a deep love for the Lord and his family. He proudly served his country as a member of the United States Navy, a time he often spoke of with great respect and pride. After serving in the military, LD returned to Opp and married Mabel Jewel Fowler, his wife of 63 years. They established their new life together in Mobile, Alabama and became part of the church family at Parkway Assembly of God. God continued to bless LD and Mabel as they served as laypersons in the church while also both working secular jobs. When LD was 48 years old, he received the divine call of God to pastoral ministry. He pursued his theological education and received his ordination with the Assemblies of God. LD served for 25 years as a layman teaching Sunday School, as a board member, serving in Royal Rangers and other ministries; then faithfully the last 37 years as pastor at Parkway Assembly of God. Although LD pastored with his wife Mabel within the community of Dauphin Island Parkway, their ministry and the reach of Parkway Assembly has impacted the world. He led the church through building programs while physically doing much of the work alongside sacrificial volunteers. Many have said that there was nothing LD couldn’t fix. Most importantly, there are untold numbers of people who have come to faith in Jesus both through the church and their missions reach around the world. God gave him a pastor’s heart because he truly loved people. LD was preceded in death by his parents: Joseph Alto and Pearl Henderson; his eight brothers and sisters; and a great number of nephews, nieces and cousins. He is survived by: his wife: Mabel Henderson; son and daughter in law: Larry and Melinda Henderson; son and daughter in law Keith and Amy Henderson; grandson and granddaughter in law Austin and Tsehaynesh Henderson; grandson Jake Henderson; granddaughter Olivia Henderson; grandson Nate Henderson; granddaughter Ava Henderson; and great-grandsons Atlas and Highland Henderson. He is also survived by the Wimmers and Cassebaums who have shared life together as family. Apart from his relationship with the Lord, LD’s family was his pride and joy. He called each of their names in prayer every day and always made time to solve a problem, share wisdom, laughter, and love. He has left them a legacy of integrity, generosity, humility, and the fruit from a life lived for Jesus. He will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 2:00 pm at Parkway Assembly of God Church, 3900 Dauphin Island Parkway, Mobile, AL 36605. Visitation will be held on the same day from 12:00 – 2:00pm before the service begins. A private family graveside burial will be Thursday, January 30, in Opp, Alabama. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial donations be sent to the building fund at Parkway Assembly of God, P.O. Box 50816, Mobile, Alabama 36605. Cottage Hill Memorial Funeral Home are responsible for the funeral arrangements.

Mr. L.D. Henderson

November 23, 1938 - January 23, 2025