Henry Clay Herndon, II

September 1, 1950 - February 6, 2026

Born in Houston, TX

Henry, 75, of Spicewood, TX, died in Austin, TX at Ascension Seton of cardiovascular complications on February 6, 2026 at 3:00 a.m.

Henry was preceded in death by his father, Henry Clay Herndon, and his mother, Ollie Adelle Herndon.

Is survived by his older brother Patrick Herndon, wife, Kay Herndon, son, Henry Clay Herndon IV, daughter-in-Law, Amber Herndon, brother-in-law, Charles Stevenson and his wife, Aideen Stevenson, brother-in-law, Bob Stevenson and his wife, Susan Stevenson, sister-in-law, Mary Gallagher and her husband, Doc Gallagher, sister-in-law, Ann Trost, brother-in-law, John Stevenson and his wife, Marian Stevenson, sister-in-law, Molly Daniels, brother-in-law, Pete Stevenson and his wife, Sandie Stevenson as well as all the nieces and nephews and their spouses, children and grandchildren.

Henry maintained close friendships throughout his life, including many that began in his junior high school years. He had a deep love for music and instruments, the ocean and water, surfing, sailing, and animals. Those who knew him remember him as kind, caring, loving, intelligent, resourceful, inventive, helpful, sincere, compassionate, and deeply dedicated.

He graduated in 1968 from Robert E. Lee High School in Houston and went on to study at Del Mar College in Corpus Christi and Mesa College in San Diego, where he earned a degree in Marine Technology. Over the years, Henry built a diverse and accomplished career, working as a carpenter, builder, co-owner of a custom tile and stone mosaic business, and property caretaker including wildlife management.

A Celebration of Life will be held on March 21st, 2026 in Spicewood, Texas, for immediate family and close friends. Please contact the Herndon family for location details. A second service will be held in Port Aransas, Texas, in May 2026 (details to be announced).

Henry C. Herndon's life was a quiet gift to all who crossed his path. His insight and generous spirit enriched us beyond measure, his wisdom and gentle perspective graced us deeply, and his light will continue to guide us in the days ahead.

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