Ronica Henderson, age 48, of Wentzville, Missouri and formerly of Du Quoin, passed away at her home in Wentzville on May 10, 2022.
Ronica was born on Feb. 24, 1974, the daughter of Birdie (Robison) and Eugene Henderson Sr. A devoted homemaker, she dedicated her life to raising her children and simply being there for her beloved family.
She is survived by her fiance, Brad Rush of Wentzville, Missouri; her son, Charles Markel Shy of Du Quoin; her daughter, Iesha Shy of Carbondale; three grandchildren, Landen Pennington, Keaton Parker and Javeair Shy; four sisters, Leola Gooden of Carterville, Lisa Robison of Du Quoin, Susan Robison of Carbondale and Beverly Cain of Du Quoin; and a brother, Jimmy Robison of Du Quoin.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Eugene Henderson Jr.
Family and friends are invited to gather, remember and celebrate Ronica's life from 2 to 5 p.m. on Thursday, May 26, 2022 at Maxton-Rosado Funeral Home in Du Quoin.
The funeral service will begin at 5 p.m. at the funeral home, with Brother Paul Dunklin officiating. Cremation rites will be accorded after her funeral services and inurnment will take place at the I.O.O.F. Cemetery in Du Quoin at a later date.
Memorial donations may be made to the family, in care of the funeral home. Envelopes will be available and accepted at the services or by mail to Maxton-Rosado Funeral Home; 11 S. Hickory St., Du Quoin, IL 62832.
