Mary Jane Henderson of Pittsford, NY, formerly of Rush, NY passed away July 9, 2023 at age 87. Mary Jane was born in Rochester, NY, daughter of late Claude and Harriet Whitney and a graduate of Avon High School. Mary Jane is predeceased by her husband John “Bib” Henderson, daughter Kathleen, brother Jack, sister Catherine and grandson Alex. Survived by sons Michael (Colleen), David (Elizabeth), Gary (Christine) and her sister Joan (Butch) Erbe. Also survived by her 5 loving grandchildren and great grandchild as well as their families.
Mary Jane retired from Rush Henrietta School District serving as an aide for 26 years at Sperry High School. She was an avid reader and passed her love of reading onto her sons. Mary Jane and John enjoyed a great retirement together and traveled all over the country in their RV and finally settled on being snowbirds spending 6 months of the year in Sarasota, FL. Bagpipes and bagpipe music were a big part of their lives with hundreds of parades, Scottish games, and trips to Scotland.
The family appreciates the loving care she received from the nurses and caregivers at Laurelwood in Pittsford and the Friendly Home in Rochester.
In memory of Mary Jane, please consider a donation to the Advent House in Fairport, The Michael J. Fox Foundation, or another charity of your choice. celebration of Mary Jane’s life will be held at Flaherty’s in Honeoye Falls on Wednesday December 27th from 2-4pm