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Cedric Burnett- a native of Tunica County, MS ., is President and licensed Funeral Director of Henderson Funeral Homes & Cremations. Cedric has served as funeral director for more than 40 years. He is a graduate of Rosa Fort High School, holds an AAS from Northwest Community College; and a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, from the University of Memphis. He is a Democratic member of the Mississippi House of Representatives, where he represents the state’s 9th House District. He has served in this role from 2016- to present. He was a member of the Tunica County Board of Supervisors ( 2000-2015). Cedric is a member of Lane Chapel C.M.E Church under the leadership of Pastor Zella Bobo. Cedric and his wife Tishia have been married for 17 years.
Under his leadership, Henderson Funeral Homes & Cremations has seen tremendous growth, expanding to four locations, including it's newest location in the heart of Southaven, MS. Cedric is commited to serving his community with compassion and integrity.
Clara Burnett, a native of Tunica County, MS., is a licensed Funeral Director. A graduate of Tunica County Vocational High School, she earned a B.S. from Jackson State University and an M.S. from Delta State University. She is a retired educator and a former member of the Mississippi House of Representatives for District 9. Mrs. Burnett is a member of Lane Chapel C.M.E. Church, under the leadership of Pastor Zella Bobo. She remains committed to both faith and community.
K.C. Hamp, is a native of Tunica County, MS. He is a graduate of Rosa Fort High School, holds an A.S. in Criminal Justice from Coahoma Community College. He also attends Ole Miss University, majoring in Criminal Justice. K.C. holds the elected position of Sheriff of Tunica County, MS. He is a member of Union Street Church of Christ, under the leadership of Minister Sylvester Thomas Jr. He and his wife Patonya Hamp have three children and five grandchildren.
K.C. serves as, the Senior Family Attendant with Henderson Funeral Homes & Cremations. With 37 years of dedicated service, he has supported funeral operations in various capacities, demonstrating commitment, compassion and professionlism throughout his tenure.
Henderson Funeral Home - Tunica
Glen Grant is a licensed funeral director. He is a graduate of Emerson High School in Gary, IN, graduate of Southern Illinois University; and graduate of Northwest Community College in the field of Funeral Service Technology. He is a member of West Oak Grove Church of Christ under the leadership of Evangelist Terry D. Wallace, Sr., in Hernando, MS. Glen is happily married, to his wife Marie.
Glen serves as the Office Assistant in Tunica, MS. He has exhibited both dedication and commitment to be of service to his community. Glen also serves as the elected Coroner of Tunica County, MS and Sergeant at Arms for the MSCMEA.
Henderson Funeral Home - Southaven
Mike Barnes, a native of Jackson, MS, is a Funeral Director Apprentice. Mike worked for FedEx Corp., Services as a Sr. Benefits Specialist for over 30 years, where he traveled and hosted Benefit Fairs throughout the US. He retired after 34 years of dedicated service. Mike holds a degree in Business and many certifications in HR.
Mike is a member of Abundant Grace Fellowship, Memphis, TN, under the leadership of Dwayne Hunt. There he serves as Lead Deacon as well as Worship Leader. He has shared the stage with many nationally known recording artists and has traveled near and far, to include Cape Town, South Africa singing the gospel. Mike holds numerous singing awards. He has a servants heart and a special gift to serve those who have lost loved ones and offers support far beyond the service.