Gordon W. Henson, Sr., 85, of New Providence, PA, passed away on Wednesday, November 27, 2013 at home. Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late George and Estelle (Stewart) Henson. Gordon was the husband of 45 years to Marcia (Roche) Henson. A veteran, he served his country in the U.S. Army. Gordon was a chef at the VA Medical Center, Coatesville, PA. He enjoyed construction projects, fishing, target shooting and playing pool. Gordon was a great cook. Surviving in addition to his wife, Marcia, Gordon is survived by his children: Beverly Watt, Yvonne Elaine Grimes, wife of Douglas, Theresa Mendez, wife of Victor, of Virginia Beach, VA, Marilyn Culbreth, wife of Roger, Marvin Henson, Larry Lee Henson, Sr., husband of Nancy, and George Michael Henson, companion of Mary K. Hughes, all of Lancaster, PA; a step-daughter, Caryn Galloway; a step-son, Donald Barron; a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Sarah Wilson of Philadelphia, PA; a niece, Diane Willis and a nephew, Vance Wilson, Jr. of Philadelphia, PA; and many nieces and nephews from Long Branch, NJ. Gordon was preceded in death by 3 children: Gordon W. Henson, Jr., Brenda L. (Henson) Brown and Tyler L. Henson; 4 brothers: George, John, Frank and Ervin Henson; and preceded in death by Barbara J. Rodriquez. Services will be private and at the convenience of the family. Contributions may be made in Gordon's name to Hospice & Community Care, 685 Good Drive, Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604.