01/15/2025
It’s with a heavy heart and sorrow we announce the passing of Rhew Hendley founder W.P. Hendley. He was a pioneer of the floral industry, beginning his floral ventures in 1958 in Mayfield. Rhew Hendley was established by Buddy Rhew and W.P. Hendley in May of 1975. He was inducted into the Kentucky Florist Hall of Fame in 1998 and had more floral knowledge than we could ever imagine. You could find W.P. at the shop many days a week even up until recently having lunch with the crew, talking flowers, and most importantly passing down life knowledge of all he knew and had seen. We will miss W.P. more than words can say. Though we know it will never get easier to lose such a staple in our lives, we will strive everyday to uphold and continue to grow the legacy fortified by the creativity and hard work he planted in the roots of this business. We know it is never goodbye, but always see you later. We will miss you forever, but you will always have a seat for lunch as long as we are here.
-Your Ladies and Friends at Rhew Hendley Florist
W.P. Hendley’s services will be held at Byrn Funeral Home in Mayfield, KY. Visitation will be held Friday January 17th, 2025 from 5pm to 8pm. Funeral services will be Saturday January 18th, 2025 at 11am. Military graveside rites will be conducted by American Legion Post #26.
We will be delivering to Byrn Funeral Home for his services this weekend.