Marilyn J. (Wallis) Henderson
December 30, 1954 ~ May 16, 2006
Henderson, Marilyn J. (Wallis), 51, died Tuesday, May 16, 2006. Service, 10:00 A.M., Friday, May 19, 2006, College Hill United Methodist Church. Marilyn was born in Prague, Oklahoma on December 30, 1954. She earned her Masters Degree in Aerospace Engineering from Wichita State University and worked as a stress engineer for Spirit Aerosystems and Boeing Aircraft Company. Survivors: husband, Wesley; son, Shawn; daughter, Kaitlin; parents, Jimmy and Geneva Wallis all of Wichita; brothers and sister-in-law, Robert “Bob” Wallis of Derby, Alan and Ellen Wallis of Haysville. Memorial established with Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice, 313 S Market, Wichita, KS 67202. Downing Lahey Mortuary West.
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To the Henderson and Wallis families; may God bless you at this difficult time as you try to adjust to the loss of your loved one. Please know that our prayers and sympathy are with you.
I was at WSU getting my MS degree in Aerospace at the same time as Marilyn. I was new to Wichita and she was a wonderful classmate/friend, always positive,cheerful and inspirational. She was an amazing woman. My heart goes out to her family, who are in my prayers.
Dear Wesley, Shawn, Kaitlin, and extended families, We are so sorry to hear about Marilyn and want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. We had received an email saying that Shawn is graduating from college and that Kaitlin is graduating from high school. To both of you, even at this sad time, please take time to be proud of your accomplishments, knowing that your mother was so proud of you and will be with you in spirit. May God bring you comfort and peace. Love, Gerry and Linda Schachterle
Please accept my heartfelt condolences as you are dealing with the passing of Marilyn. As a childhood friend of Marilyn, Bob & Alan, I have many pleasant memories that will not fade. Be assured that she is securely nestled into the Powerful and Loving arms of God the Father.
I was a classmate of Marilyn’s. I am still in shock. She was quite the gal. She will be missed. Very Respectfully; Michael H. Rock USAF/USN Ret.
Judi, I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of your sister-in-law. No time is the right time and especially with some special events coming up. Wow! And right around Mother’s Day. I just can’t believe they haven’t found curres for cancer. With our modern day of technology that has improved some, just can’t believe it still exists. To have her children with their big special events happening at the same time they lose their mom, is just heartbreaking. She was too young to die of this. My heart goes out to you and your brother and his family. May God give you all the strength and love to bring all even closer and endure this horrible pain and loss. God bless you all. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Judi Thanks for letting us know. Please tell Wes and the kids that our thoughts and prayers are with them, as well as the rest of you.
A very nice person like Marilyn will always be remembered. Until we meet again Wes, remember how to use your compass.
Jimmy and Geneva, Wes and family – I am so sorry to hear of Marilyn’s death. I can only image what a loss this is to you all and especially her children. My heart goes out to you all at this time. Please remember you are in our prayers.
Alan and Wallis family, I am so sorry to learn of your loss. Please know that you’re in my thoughts and prayers. Kent Owen
To the Wallis family: may the Lord be with you and guide you through this time of sadness. Our prayers are with you. Al & Marie McKesson
We will never forget Marilyn telling Dave Donley(from the Blaster soccer team) to calm down and to quite yelling at the girls. She will be missed by all and never forgotten. Bill, Brenda, Lance, Alisa and Andrea Reichenberger Go Blaster Soccer team
My heart goes out to all. She was a special lady whom I have had the utmost respect for every since I’ve known her (junior high). God be with you all.
wes- i remember marilyn well from my early days at boeing, and always respected her technical abilities and friendliness. i will be praying for strength and courage for you and your family during this time of great loss.