Willie L. Henson
March 3, 1940 ~ October 9, 2021
Willie L. Henson, 81, Camby, passed away peacefully at home October 9, 2021. Mr. Henson was born March 3, 1940, in Manchester, Kentucky, to the late Tommy and Susanna (Collins) Henson.
Willie worked early on for Tri-Bar Railroad Construction prior to owning his own business, Henson Construction, for nearly 50 years. A hard working, self-made man, Willie was a generous and capable provider for his family. He enjoyed softball, boating on Dale Hollow, classic automobiles, and never turned down an opportunity to find a good deal at a garage sale. Willie loved western movies, classic country music, especially Waylon Jennings, and restoring antique cars. He will be fondly remembered by his loving family for his caring, sense of humor, loving nature and his big heart. He loved beating Moo at Checkers.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Butch, Johnny, and Tommy Jr.; sister, Molly Jackson.
Survivors include his wife, Sue (White) Henson, to whom he was united in marriage April 1, 1966; children, Belinda Henson, Willie Jr. (Vicki) Henson, Dennis (Tracey) Henson, Susanna (Paul) Jones, and Timmy (Melissa) Henson; brothers, Don, Charles, Dennis, and Joe Henson; sisters, Eva Phillips, Patricia Smith, Ruth Henson, and Donna Henson; 17 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren.
Willie’s Life Celebration® Visitation and Service will be held at Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville. Visitation is Wednesday, October 13, 2021, 4 to 8 p.m., with the services at 11 a.m., Thursday, October 14, 2021. Burial will be in White Lick Cemetery. Pastors J.C. and Tommy Phillips will officiate. Memorial contributions may be made to your favorite Veteran’s organization, in memory of Willie’s brother Butch who served in Vietnam. Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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I’ll always remember coming over as a little girl with my dad and riding the little pony out back while you guys talked work. One of the greatest men I have ever known.so thankful to have known you.
Susie I am so sorry about Willie I have known you guys sense I was little and Willie was always nice to me no matter what kind of mood he was in. RIP Willie you will be missed
Condolences to the Henson Family for the loss of a fine man who will be missed by everyone who knew him.
My condolences goes out to the Henson family. I remember most of the family. We all went to school together. It isn’t easy loosing a loved one. But God helps get you through. God bless the family in this time of their loss
Remembering you and “Willie Henson” in our minds and in our hearts.
I’m sorry for all of the Henson family. I will always remember how nice Willie was to me when I was married to Tommy he treated me kindly he was the head of the family and made sure his family was cared for he was hard working and as fair and good as it gets I was happy to know a man like Willie you are all in my prayers ߙϢݤ
We always loved seeing Willie when he would stop by lot. He was always thoughtful, caring, and went out of his way to help. He will be missed!
Was happy to have Willie and Denny to help us with our railroad needs for many years now. A reliable and helpful construction manger. Our best wishes are with the family during this difficult time.
I will always remember the times at the lake and the Friday night poker games. My heart goes out to Sue and the family. Kelli Hansel
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
When we was little Willie would come to our house to pick Susie up for a date and we wouldn’t let him take her out till he took us to Dairy Queen . Susie and Willie was good sports we always got ice cream .Susie I know I can’t say anything to take away your pain but know and rejoice in the fact that Willie is no longer in pain or sick and he’s walking the streets of gold learning how to use his wings.I’m sure Bj has found him and showing him around cause you know she always thought she was the boss or as Willie called bull.keep your chin up I love you Linnie (Moorefield) Purchase