Mr. Cecil "Splack" Henderson's Obituary
Cecil Henderson was born June 28,1961 to the union of Cecil Finley Jr. and Emma Finley in Meridian, MS, Cecil was adopted by his grandparents Buck and Mary Henderson at the age of two. Cecil departed this life on Monday, May 20, 2024
surrounded by family.
Affectionately known as Splack, or to family as Bae Bae, had a deep love for his family. Splack was educated in Meridian Public School System. He worked at Van Zyren before retiring.
Cecil confessed Christ at an early age and was baptized at MT.
Bethel M.B. Church. He frequented New Canaan M.B. Church with his family. He later found great interest and love for AEO.
Splack has a passion for history, reading and seeking knowledge.
He lived his life his way. His greatest joy was the birth of his son Kody and daughter Tila.
Splack celebrated his last days with family and friends When asked, Splack would tell you "everything was perfect". His smile was radiant. He embraced us all.
Preceded in death by his parents Cecil and Emma Filey, Grandparents Buck and Mary Henderson, two grandchildren John and Sariyah Hardy. L eaves to cherish his memeoruy with his loving partner Wanda Crowell, his son Kody (Stephanie) Hardy of Pearl,MS, his daughter
Shutila Hardy of Meridian,MS, a bonus son Jataviaess Rackley of Meridian,MS, one granddaughter Da'Journey Hardy, a sister Rose Guinn of Charlotte,NC, two brothers Jerry Finley and Odell (Cornelia) Finley of Meridian,MS, a baby sister Barbara Finley of Mendian, MS and two nieces he held dear to his heart Danielle Finley and Shamelle Johnson. A special nephew he
affectionately called his "twin son"Jeremy Finley. A host of nieces and nephews, cousins, relatives, and friends.. Two best friends James Griffin and Lorenzo Williams. Bae Bae included his beloved pets as family, Sheena and Kayleigh.
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