Ross D. Henderson 73, a resident of St. Mary's, GA formerly of Easton and Stoughton passed away May 16, 2024, from the effects of Agent Orange exposure.

He was a loving husband of 50 years to Susan (McConnell) Henderson.  Ross was the son of the late Francis and Neta (Field) Henderson.
He was raised in Stoughton together with his 3 sisters Frances Schwartz of RI, Jacqueline Hines of Holliston and Vivian Teague of Harwich.  He graduated from Norfolk Agricultural High School in 1968.  In 1969 he joined the US Navy Reserves and served two tour duties in Vietnam as a gunner.  After completing his military service, he came home and married Susan.  Together they ran Henderson Nurseries and Farm Stand and John O Dean Co Feed and Grain store.  After 34 years they retired and moved to Stoughton down the street from where Ross grew up. Eventually, they relocated to GA to get away from the NE winters. In his retirement he and Susan enjoyed traveling, spending time with family and friends, and working in the yard. Ross served as President of Furnace Village Cemetery and was a member of the American Legion.

Ross was a devoted father to Jennifer Clark and her husband Kevin of East Taunton, Stephanie Gardner and her husband Joseph of Taunton. He adored his grandchildren Jonathan, Jackson and Lucas.  He was predeceased by his granddaughter Zoe Gardner.  He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Visiting hours will be announced later at Kane Funeral Home. The burial is at Furnace Village Cemetery on South Street in Easton.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Cardinal Spellman High School 738 Court Street Brockton, MA 02302 or Our Lady of Lourdes School 52 First Street Taunton, MA 02780. Vietnam Veterans Memorial 5 Henry Bacon Dr NW, Washington, D.C. 20002