Jean C. (Days) Hendrickson, age 87, of Provincetown died Sunday, May 26, 2013 at Seashore Point. She was the wife of the late Robert P. Hendrickson who died in August of 2012. She was born in Provincetown on Nov. 20, 1925, in the house she lived in her entire life and was the daughter of the late William and Georgiana (Veira) Days. She was very proud of her home which was built by a Master Sergeant Rosenthal who served in the Civil War and was stationed in Provincetown.
Mrs. Hendrickson was very active in the community. Several years ago she worked as a telephone operator and during the summer seasons she would hostess at various restaurants in town. She had been a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Lewis A. Young VFW post for close to 50 years. She and her husband maintained a garden at their home of which she was very proud. She was a “meals on wheels” volunteer and frequently would lead Bingo at the Council on Aging. She found great joy in providing exciting little prizes for the winners. She will be remembered for her creativity. She would knit lap robes and slipper sox using a variety of different colors. She enjoyed making items for friends and anyone who was in need. In summary, she was a person who lived life by sharing her time and talent with others.
She is survived by her son William R. Hendrickson and his wife Lorraine of Yarmouthport and a niece, Kathy Anthony of Harwich and her family. She was predeceased by her two brothers William “Buster” Days and Raymond Days.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit at the Gately Funeral Home 94 Harry Kemp Way Provincetown on Thursday May 30, 2013 from 4-5pm, immediately followed by a Service in the Funeral Home.
If desired, memorial contributions in her honor may be made to St. Peter the Apostle Church 11 Prince St. Provincetown, MA 02657.