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Dr. Robert Finley Hendrickson Jr.
December 23, 1946 ~ September 28, 2024
Born in:
Danville, Kentucky
Resided in:
Danville, Kentucky
Dr. Robert Finley Hendrickson, Jr., passed from this life to his eternal home in Heaven on
September 28, 2024, after several years of declining health.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 51 years, Brenda Whitlow Hendrickson, and
four sons: Robert Finley Hendrickson, III (Crystal), William Paul Hendrickson, Jeffrey Charles
Hendrickson, and Philip Wayne Hendrickson. Also, two adored grandsons: Jeffrey Jeremiah
Hendrickson and Abraham Eli Hendrickson.
Dr. Hendrickson was preceded in death by his father, Robert Finley Hendrickson, Sr., and
his mother, Ruth Frith Hendrickson.
Finley grew up in Brodhead, Kentucky. He lived close to the school where both of his
parents were teachers. He was “The Paperboy” from the time he was 11 years old. He bought
his first car with his earnings from delivering newspapers.
He graduated from Brodhead High School and attended Eastern Kentucky University for
his undergraduate degree in the Sciences. Then, in 1972, he received his Doctor of Medicine
from the University of Kentucky (UK). Finley spent the next year in Roanoke, Virginia, for a
rotating internship at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. There, he met Brenda where she was
working as a recovery room nurse. After completing the internship and marrying Brenda, they
moved back to Lexington, Kentucky, where he finished a residency in Family Practice at UK. He
was part of the very first class at UK to complete a residency in family medicine. He attained
lifelong status as a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians.
Dr. Hendrickson practiced family medicine in Danville for 45 years. Taking care of
people and establishing lifelong relationships with them was his life’s joy and his passion. He
followed many patients from birth to adulthood and took care of many extended family
members. “Doc” was known for having a “sixth sense” when it came to diagnosing and treating
patients. There was never a day that he complained about the demands of his work. His
retirement was not a joyous occasion for him. Thus, four months after his retirement, he was
offered an opportunity to start a new rural health clinic in Brodhead, Kentucky. It was a Divine
gift for him. He so much enjoyed finishing his life’s work in the place where he was raised. He
practiced at Brodhead Family Care for three years and then fully retired.
His last few years were physically difficult for him but he and his family cherished each
and every day. He particularly enjoyed car rides to his farm in Rockcastle County where he
counted and recounted his cattle and checked out the land. He was also an avid fan of UK
Athletics.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Lexington Avenue Baptist Church with the visitation
on Thursday, October 3rd, from 4:00-8:30 PM, and the funeral will be held on Friday, October 4th,
at 11:00 AM. Burial will be in Piney Grove Cemetery in Brodhead, Kentucky.
The family requests that memorial contributions be made to Danville Christian
Academy.
We would also like to express our sincere appreciation and thanks to the staff and
providers at Ephraim McDowell Health, The Willows at Harrodsburg, and to Heritage Hospice.
Through a very difficult time, our burdens and worries were alleviated by the care and concern
of many for which we will be forever grateful.
Services
Visitation: October 3, 2024 4:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Lexington Avenue Baptist Church
339 W. Lexington Ave.
Danville, Kentucky 40422
http://www.lexingtonavenue.org/
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Charities
The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in Robert Finley Hendrickson 's name.
Danville Christian Academy
PO Box 2017
Danville,
KY
40422
Heritage Hospice, Inc
120 Enterprise Drive
Danville,
KY
40422-1870
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Finley was born to be a physician.
I remember meeting him and Brenda when they first came to Danville. Dr Harry Caldwell invited me and my husband to a dinner to meet them. Finley later became my Dr until he retired. Heaven is richer by far.
So sorry to hear this he was my doctor in the late 70’s and then on. Such a great man and doctor. My sincere condolences……… Michelle Finley. Prayers for all!!
He was such a wonderful Dr. & friend, my deepest sympathy to Brenda & his boys.
He
He was my doctor for 40 years he had a great sense of humor love and will miss him
RIP DR. Gone but not forgotten . Until we meet again .
My condolences Will and family and friends.
Brenda and boys,
Colin and I are so sorry to hear of Finley’s passing. He was a fixture not only in his community , but in our personal lives for many years as well . Fond memories of hard work and some laughter too. We will miss his presence here.
Love and Prayers,
Colin and Marylin
Sorry for your loss. He was a long time family friend and doctor. One of the best
Rest in peace
Brenda, Robby, Will, Jeffrey, and Phillip,
We are so saddened at the news of Finley’s passing. He was a great devoted family physician that gave so much of his time to his patients. He cared for my parents and my family for a long time and we all loved him.
So much of our lives intertwined as our boys grew up together. Finley was a good friend as well as Dr. We send our deepest sympathy to you all.
Love,
Beverly and Greg
You were a kind soul and a great dr.
You will be so missed.
God’s got you now. Till next time..
As a new nurse, I learned quickly Dr. H meant business & expected only the highest quality care. Over time, I also learned the little smirking smile that meant you’d passed muster. I have such respect for how he practiced medicine & even more so, humanity.
Brenda and family, my deepest sympathy. Finley had been a friend of my family since 1967. He saw us through many ups and downs. He and you, Brenda, were at many of our celebrations. He was a wonderful, caring person and will be greatly missed. I’m proud to call him friend. Prayers for all.
Dr, Hendrickson took Very Good Care of My Mom from 1977 until She passed away in 2016 and She thought He hung the moon and stars 🙂 He was ALWAYS there for her and He was the Only Person She Ever TRUSTED in her life. I know She must have Smiled Her Beautiful Smile as Soon as JESUS walked Him Through those Pearly Gates Of Heaven 🙂
He was Our Family Doctor and Friend from 1977 until He Retired and We All LOVED Him Dearly💜. We were So Sad to hear about this but We will See Him Again Some Glorious Day, Until then…I Know Him and My Mom will TRULY Be Enjoying HEAVEN✝️📖and May GOD BLESS HIS SWEET, BEAUTIFUL WIFE AND HER FAMILY🙏🏻💜
Robby, my heart goes out to you and your family. I know he had to be a great father
because you have told so many stories of your Dad that only a loving son could tell. May peace be with you and your family now and always. You are all in my prayers.
John ànd Terri Naylor(Bill and Jackie Clark’s daughter).
I’m so sorry for your loss. I am honored to have worked with him
through the years. He was great man.
EDARDT
Finley as we called him He was our Dr for 40+ years. He was our friend also. Always enjoyed our Dr appointments to talk about our wildcats and old friends. He will be missed. Tommy & Doris Adams
Love, David, Margaret, Timothy Moore
David and I are so sorry to hear about this. Dr Hendrickson was our trusted family physician for many years. Prayers for his family as they deal with his loss
My condolences to all who loved him. He was an amazing human who did a lifetime of good deeds and work for others. He never failed to make my Grandmother smile even when she was in pain. He was a truly caring man and a great doctor. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Thank you Dr. Hendrickson for all the years of excellent care, compassion, and service you provide to me and my family. You were truly a gift to Danville and our surrounding communities. You will be greatly missed.
Sending prayers for all. Finley was my Dr. For years. He was a great man.
We will be lifting you & your family up in prayers.
-Lauren & Blake Jones
Years ago , When our family relocated from Minnesota to Kentucky , we built a home in Melrose Estates directly across the street from the Hendrickson Family . We were welcomed to the neighborhood , by them , with open arms . Lots of memories watching Finley and the boys play ball in the front yard . Thankful & blessed by having you for neighbors as long as we did . From our family to yours …Many Prayers
From the Bradshaw/Thompson Family
Finley was a wonderful man! He did so much everyone. A true measure of a man, Finley was the “whole package”. God blessed him with wisdom and judgement.
His tremendous family is the best part of his legacy.
….you will be missed “Uncle Finley”
Dr. Finley took such good care of so many members of the Taylor/ Caudill family from Brodhead. I will always have special memories of the compassion he showed as he cared for us. He will be greatly missed. May your family find comfort in the memories you have.
Dear Hendrickson Family,
Dr. Hendrickson was an outstanding physician and person. As a new nurse 42 years ago, he was so helpful and took the time to teach me. I started in the ICU and it was great mentors like Dr. Hendrickson who taught me so much about health care, nursing from a physician’s perspective, and compassion and love for those we serve. I am praying for you and I hope you will find strength and comfort in your memories to help you through the difficult times ahead.
Sincerely,
Lynne Warner Lynn
A fine man, doctor and partner.
Deep sympathy,
Deva Harris, Debbie Wooten, and family
Dr. Hendrickson was not only a doctor, but a friend to his patients. He will be greatly missed.
To the best man and doctor there ever was and he was kind to Cecil”Shakey”Franklin an his wife Patty there is no one like him I pray for his wife and sons rest in peace
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