Oneida Dispatch Recent Obituaries: Remembering Janes and Henderson

In recent weeks, the Oneida community has said goodbye to two beloved individuals whose lives left lasting impressions on those around them. Roger Janes and Joan Henderson, both well-known for their contributions to the area, passed away in June 2000.

Roger Janes, a heavy equipment operator who had worked with several local contractors, including Mac Development in Mexico, N.Y., was born November 11, 1945, in Oneida, N.Y. to Gordon and Lucille Holmes Janes. He died on Tuesday, June 20, 2000, at Rome Memorial Hospital.

Janes is survived by his wife, Wava Corl; one sister-in-law, Eugene Henderson and his wife; several nieces and nephews; and a brother-in-law, James A. He was predeceased by a son, Duane 'Scotty' Henderson, in 1996 and a sister, Joan Burliegh, in 1968.

On the other hand, Joan Henderson, born May 24, 1936, in Oneida, N.Y., to Arthur L. and his wife, was a devoted member of the New Life Assembly of God and Canastota Volunteer Firemen Auxiliary. She died on May 28, 2000, at East Pasco Medical Center in Zephyrhills after a lengthy illness.

Joan is survived by her husband, Marvin Henderson; one daughter-in-law, Sandra Henderson; two grandchildren, Christina and Sean; and several brothers and sisters-in-law, including James A. She was predeceased by a son, Duane 'Scotty' Henderson, in 1996 and a sister, Joan Burliegh, in 1968.

These two individuals have left behind memories that will be cherished by their loved ones and the Oneida community for years to come. Rest in peace, Roger Janes and Joan Henderson.

Oneida dispatch recent obituaries