Graveside services for Shawn Lee Henderson, age 41 of Ruston are scheduled for 3:00 PM, Tuesday, May 1, 2012 at Sibley Cemetery near Choudrant. Pastor Chris Witt will officiate under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Ruston.

Shawn was born on June 6, 1970 in Lafayette to Travis and Rita Henderson. His long battle with illness ended April 28, 2012 in Ruston as he entered into the waiting arms of his Lord and Savior. He was surrounded by people who loved him. Shawn was preceded in death by his mother, Rita Wilcox Henderson.

Shawn leaves behind his loving wife, Carla; two sons: Alex Henderson and Philip Henderson of Ruston; his dad, Travis Henderson and wife June of Ruston; his sister, Stacey and husband Clifton Harris of Dubach and numerous nieces and nephews and many friends.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 until 7:00 PM, Monday, April 30, 2012 at Owens Memorial Chapel.