William Earle Henderson, Jr. (Bill), (Hindu) passed away on August 20, 2020. He was born on June 14, 1935. He was a graduate of Greenville High School and Clemson University. He owned and operated Gallery at Grove for 37 years. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Nancy; three daughters: Robin Aristides (Marios), Laura Laurence (Roger) and Mollie Handley; his grandchildren: Andreas Aristides (Rachel), Kathryn Kennedy, and William Kennedy.
He was a loving husband and father and was well known for his ability to make friends easily. He had an infectious sense of humor and a quick wit. Laughter, merriment, and happiness were always present wherever he made an appearance. He was a hardworking small business owner. Customers who visited the Gallery at Grove often hung around after their business was conducted to converse and laugh with Bill. He received a nickname in elementary school. To his wife, close friends, and relatives he was affectionately known as “Hindu”. He served in the Coast Guard in his twenties, and was stationed in New Orleans. This city always held a special place in his heart and memories. He loved sailing, watching Clemson football, and making daily hors d’ oeuvres for happy hour. He was a talented artist and spent free time painting scenes of flower arrangements, roosters, and sailboats. He will always be remembered as a storyteller, friend, loving father, and devoted husband.
A memorial service for family will take place at a later date. Memorials may be made to St. Peter’s Episcopal Church: PO Box 25817 Greenville, SC 29616 and the Greenville Humane Society: 305 Airport Road Greenville, SC 29607.
