Amanda Michele Henderson

October 25, 1989 - August 18, 2018
Amanda Michele Henderson

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Amanda Michele Henderson slipped away from this world peacefully on August 18th, 2018.

Amanda was also known as “Buttercup” (or “Cup” for short) by her mom and little sister, Shelley. The childhood nickname still fits her–she was and always will be our exquisite little buttercup. Amanda had an enthusiastic sense of humor that often resulted in contagious, uncontrollable laughter from her family and friends. She showed us all that a bad day could almost always have a funny side, and she taught us how to look for it. Amanda loved her music, and she would start her day listening and dancing to her favorite songs. She filled her days doing the many things she loved: cooking, enjoying a day at the beach, surfing, or just being amazed by her amazing daughter, Mia. She and her daughter shared the love of animals and nature. We are grateful for the wonderful memories and great stories of Amanda’s escapades she gifted to us. Those she left behind will always keep her spirit alive every time we remember the twinkle in her eyes, the songs on her lips, and her generous smile.

Our lovely Amanda is survived by her parents, Patricia Odham, Michael Henderson and Michael Polk; her sister, “Bean” Shelley Franklin; her beautiful daughter, Mia Henderson; her grandparents, David Odham and Patricia Ingram; as well as many aunts and, uncles, cousins, and a nephew.

The family will have a memorial service at a later date to be announced.

An informal gathering to remember Amanda will be held on Friday, August 24, 2018 between 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Quaker Meeting House located at 5th and Chestnut Streets in downtown Wilmington, NC.

Condolences and memories may be posted on the “Condolence” tab below.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the “13th Street Home for Women” with donation being sent to 609 S. 13th Street Wilmington NC 28401.

Wilmington Funeral & Cremation 1535 S. 41st Wilmington, NC 28403 910.791.9099.


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  • August 24, 2018
    LaTanya Pender says:
    Tricia please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I still remember Amanda’s smile as a little girl! I pray that God will give you His peace as you experience this tremendous loss.

  • August 24, 2018
    Mom Roberto says:
    My “Moochie” You will now and forever hold a huge part of my heart and memories. We laughed, we cried, we had our secrets and most of all our promises!! It never mattered where you were you always knew you had a place to live, food in your belly and most of all love from a family! You will forever be my Daughter, you called me Mom with nothing but pride and love, for that I thank you. I will miss you so very much!! My promise to you to teach Mia the true sense of family, the love of God will continue as it has from the day she was born!! Your free now my sweet girl, your “Somewhere over the rainbow” loved, healed and in Gods Hands. Sleep well “My Hippie Girl” God Speed until we hug again!! I love you, Mom Roberto

  • August 25, 2018
    CW says:
    My sincerest sympathies to the family. Please find comfort in God's promises during this time of need. -Revelations 21:3,4

  • August 25, 2018
    Matt lit a candle:
    Lit since August 25, 2018 at 8:27:48 AM

  • August 25, 2018
    Susan Sharp says:
    Greatest sympathy to the family - many prayers with you all. I hope your warm memories of her loving spirit will come to comfort you every day.