Gregory C. Henderson

It is with heavy hearts the family of Gregory C. Henderson, announce his unexpected death at the age of 67 on Friday, August 16. 2024. Greg was born to Q.C. and Marie Henderson on August 11, 1957 in Caney, Kansas. He is preceded in death by his parents, and his sister Glenda McDonald.

He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Ruth Molstad Henderson; his children Lisa Suellentrop (Greg), and Jared Henderson; his grandchildren, Charles and Amelia, his brother, Gary (Kathy); brother and sister-in laws; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was raised on a ranch in the southern Flint Hills of Kansas and attended Kansas State University. Greg loved taking his family back to the ranch he grew up on and teaching his “city kids” the beauty of country life.
In the 152 years of publication of The Drovers Journal, Greg was one of four men that served as editorial director. During his time at Drovers, Greg served as an advocate to the Beef Industry by serving on boards, speaking on panels and meeting with ranchers to elevate their concerns. Greg received recognition for his writing and editorials throughout his career. Most notably Greg served as the President of the Livestock Publications Council (2000-2001) and was a Royal Board Member of the Livestock and Meat Industries Council. In 2002 he was honored with the Ed Bible Distinguished Service Award and in 2008 he was inducted into the LPC Hall of Fame. He was previously awarded the prestigious Jesse H Neal Award for business journalism and was a finalist for the award again this year.
Greg will be remembered for his humor, dry-wit and sarcasm. He was a beloved husband, father and Papa.

A Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, October 20, 2024 at 12:00 noon at the Olathe Community Center located at 1205 E Kansas City Road, Olathe, KS. 66061.

In lieu of flowers the Greg Henderson Memorial Fund, fund number M47480 has been established at Kansas State University to benefit students in the College of Agriculture. Contributions are gratefully accepted at 1800 Kimball Ave Suite 200, Manhattan, KS 66502 or ksufoundation.org/give/greghenderson

His last selfless act was as an organ donor.

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