William R. Hendrickson

Funeral services for William Hendrickson, age 87, of Albert Lea will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 23, 2011 at St. Theodore’s Catholic Church.  Deacon Mike Ellis will officiate.  Military honors will be accorded by local servicemen’s organizations.  Interment will be at the Hillcrest Cemetery.  Visitation will be from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 22, 2011 at Bayview/Freeborn Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service at the church. 

Bill died February 17, 2011 at St. John’s Lutheran Home.  

William was born on July 28, 1923 in Hamilton County, Iowa to Gaylord and Helen (Rando) Hendrickson.  He lived in Iowa with his family until 1934 when they moved to Albert Lea.  Bill attended Ramsey and Albert Lea High School.  On March 18, 1943 William enlisted in the United States Air Force at Fort Snelling.  He served during WWII.  On June 5, 1951 William was united in marriage to Rosemarie Arndt in Owatonna at the Sacred Heart Church.  Bill worked at Wilson and Co. as a mechanic until his retirement.  He enjoyed camping, working on cars and tinkering on projects.  Bill was a member of St. Theodore’s Catholic Church, VFW and the American Legion.  His grandchildren and great grandchildren held a special place in his heart and he enjoyed going to all the events they were involved in.     

Survivors include his wife, Rosemarie; son, Michael (Karen) Hendrickson and their children, Katelyn and Tyler Hendrickson; granddaughter, Jennifer (Mike) Thompson and their children, Sophie and Walker Thompson; and several nieces and nephews. 

William was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Linda Beighley; grandson, Travis Beighley; brothers, Harlin, Les, Keith, Phil and Merle; and sister, Betty Goldman.