Minnie Hendrix, of New Caney, Texas, left us on Feb. 7, 2026, in the warmth of the love that always surrounded her. Born on Sept. 19, 1936, in Bermuda, Alabama, Minnie lived a life marked by grace, devotion, and a deep-seated love for her family and friends.
As a retired seamstress for Vanity Fair, Minnie dedicated her hands to creation and care, stitching together not only fabric but also the bonds that connected her to those she cherished. Her passion for sewing mirrored her approach to life: attentive, meticulous, and profoundly caring.
Minnie was a faithful servant to the Lord, a source of inspiration and guidance for those around her. She took joy in the simple pleasures of life, often found playing bingo, visiting with loved ones, or listening to her favorite Gospel music. Her generosity knew no bounds; she was known to prioritize the needs of others before her own. Minnie had a special talent for culinary delights, particularly her famous fried cornbread and comforting chicken and dumplings, which will be fondly remembered at family gatherings.
Minnie’s legacy lives on through her loving family. She is survived by her children, Linda Stokes, Marilyn Ward, Juanita Gomez and husband Ruben, Davida Alonzo and husband Alonzo, Denise Cross, Shirley LeFevre, and Danny Hendrix, who together carry forward the values of love, generosity, and faith that she instilled in them. Her brother, Douglas Chandler, and her beloved grandchildren, Lamar Stokes and wife Wendy, DeWayne Stokes, Melinda Agerton and husband Robert, Henry Stokes, Sherry Caldwell, Lisa Case, Tammy Merchant, Jennifer Bailey and husband Matthew, Kelley Gates, Casey Ward and wife Grace, James Gomez and wife Tiffany, Joseph Gomez and wife Tina, Chris Gomez, Lori Gomez, Robert Paniagua, Angela Paniagua, Andrew Paniagua, Donna Lindsey and husband Billy, Kimberly Sale and husband Tim, Jonathan LeFevre and wife Fallon, Virgil LeFevre and wife Aundrea, Josh Hendrix and wife Alison, John Hendrix, Jamie Hendrix, Justin Hendrix and wife Jamie, Joe Hendrix and wife Jennifer, Jessica Smith and husband Jeremy, Robin Eads and husband Billy, Anthony Webb and wife Juanita, and Amanda Hendrix, along with 73 great-grandchildren, 24 great-great-grandchildren, to honor her memory as they continue to share the gifts she provided throughout her life.
Minnie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, John Franklin Hendrix, whose absence she felt deeply. She was also reunited with her parents, George Everette Chandler and Willie Beatrice Chandler, her sons, Steve Randell Hendrix and Johnny Preston Hendrix, her daughters, Audrey Renay Webb and Judy Michelle Hendrix, her brothers, Forrest Chandler and Elvie Chandler, her sisters, Betty Sue Pugh and Daisy Pearl Etheridge, and her granddaughter, Nikki Lynn Hendrix. Their reunion brings solace to those left behind, knowing that love continues beyond this life.
As we gather to celebrate her life, we invite all those who knew Minnie to join us during the visitation on Friday, Feb. 28, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m., and the funeral service on Saturday, March 1, 2026, at 3 p.m., at Neal Funeral Home, located at 200 S Washington Ave, Cleveland, Texas. Interment to immediately follow at Cleveland Memorial Cemetery in Cleveland, Texas. In remembering Minnie Hendrix, we reflect on a life rich with love, laughter, and kindness—a true testament to the beauty of a life well-lived.
All services are being handled under the trusted care of Neal Funeral Home.
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