Ms Anita Yates Henderson's Obituary
Anita’s family will receive friends on Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at Radney Funeral Home.
Ms. Anita Yates Henderson, a woman of spirited energy and loving heart, passed away surrounded by the warmth of her family's love. Anita's creative spirit and dedication to her work and family left an indelible mark on all who were privileged to know her.
Anita graduated from Benjamin Russell High School, where she formed lifelong friendships and laid the foundations for her future endeavors. Her career spanned 16 years at Madix, where she was a committed employee. Her colleagues will remember her as a workaholic, not because she was driven by duty alone but because she genuinely loved the challenges and camaraderie her job provided.
An ardent supporter of Alabama football, Anita's enthusiasm for the game was contagious. Her cheers and celebrations were fixtures during the football season, and her love for the Crimson Tide symbolized her passion for the things that brought joy to her life. Yet, even with her fervent support for her team, nothing compared to the joy she found in spending time with her family and friends.
She is survived by her daughter, Rashanda Kelley of Fort Worth, TX. Her sisters, Gail (Stick) McDaniel, Brenda Marshall, and Rita (Tracy) Payne, will carry forward the memories of sisterly bonds that were as deep as they were delightful. Her brother, Sidney Yates, will continue to honor the family legacy that Anita held so dear. A host of nieces and nephews will remember their aunt as a figure of inspiration and joy, someone who could always be counted on for support and a dose of fun.
Anita was preceded in death by her father, Artis Yates, her mother, Christine Yates, and her sister, Patricia Ballow. She now joins them in peace, leaving behind a legacy of love and the immeasurable impact she made on her family and community.
The loss of Ms. Anita Yates Henderson is deeply felt by all who knew her, yet we take solace in the knowledge that her spirit lives on through her family and the countless lives she touched. Her memory will be cherished and celebrated, a testament to a life lived with an abundance of love and a zest for life that was truly remarkable.
As we say our final goodbyes, we acknowledge a life well-lived, a woman well-loved, and a story that will continue to inspire long after her passing. Rest in peace, dear Anita, your legacy will forever be etched in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing you.
In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial contributions be made to Black Dog Rescue c/o Animal Care Center, 17309 US 280, Dadeville, AL, 36853 or to the Alexander City Elk’s Lodge, 658 Elks Parkway, Alexander City, AL, 35010.
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