Larry Hendrickson
A Life of Faith, Family, and the Outdoors
Born on August 25, 1947, in Owensville, Missouri, Larry Hendrickson has spent his life rooted in faith, service, and love for the great outdoors. His journey of faith began early—he recalls being taken to church as a child and hearing the gospel from his Sunday school teacher. At just 12 years old, he accepted Christ into his heart, a decision that would shape the rest of his life.
While attending Southwest Baptist College, Larry met Joyce, a student at Southwest Missouri State in Springfield. The two were married on June 6, 1970, in Gray Summit, Missouri, and began a shared life marked by ministry and love.
After graduating in 1970 and later earning a degree from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in 1979, Larry faithfully pastored six churches across Missouri during his 47-year ministry. His passion for serving others is matched only by his love for the outdoors. An avid hunter and fisherman, he also discovered a love for wood carving in 1988, a hobby he still enjoys today.
Larry and Joyce are the proud parents of two children, Scott, who lives in Jefferson City, and Jennifer, who lives in Columbia. Between them, they have six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. With most of the family nearby, monthly family gatherings are a cherished tradition.
In December 2020, the couple moved to Baptist Homes of Ashland following health concerns and the need for more accessible living. Even so, the joys of the outdoors remain part of his life. Larry continues to enjoy fishing and black powder deer hunting, embracing the beauty of creation and the blessings of family.
