Herbert ‘Bull’ Henderson, 86, of Vero Beach, passed away on Nov. 27, 2015.
He is survived by his sons, Michael and Mitchell; granddaughter Jennifer; great-granddaughter Alison; great-grandson AJ; and a brother Hiram, all of Vero Beach.
Henderson was born March 24, 1929, in Vero Beach and graduated from Vero Beach High School in 1947. In his senior year of high school, he was team captain and wingback for Vero Beach’s first undefeated state championship football team from 1946-1947. He received scholarship offers to Georgia Tech, Syracuse, Auburn and Miami playing a year for Miami.
In track, his time of 9.9 seconds in the 100 yard dash was a district and state record. He was also team captain of the track team.
Henderson was President of the Letterman’s Club and also voted most athletic along with Alma Lee Loy. An electrician by trade, he worked for Barker Electric along with his friend Jack Barker. He finished his career with Indian River School Maintenance, retiring at age 62.
He was a member of The First Baptist Church of Vero Beach for more than 65 years, and a member of the Elks Lodge and Indian Chiefs.
He had a life-long passion which he shared with his sons Mike and Mitch for Fighting Indians Football, attending games until he was 85. He was also a loyal Florida Gators Football fan and had a love for animals.
The family is planning a time in January to invite family and friends for an informal time of sharing memories of Herb and for a fellowship to be held in the Family Life Center at First Baptist Church. Online condolences may be made at www.coxgiffordseawinds.com.
