James Owen Henderson passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2020, after an extended illness. He was preceded in death by his mother, Eleanor Beatrice Sutton; his father, Owen Willis Henderson; sisters, Arthur May Kimmey, Jackie Henderson; and his brother, Jack Henderson. Survivors include his beloved wife, Wanda Jean Payne Henderson; daughters, Elizabeth Renee’ Boyce (Shaun), Erin Alyse Smith; grandchildren, Donavan Ray Boyce, Waylan Christopher Boyce, Khloe Alessa; sister, Sandra Kay Cruz; nieces, Delinda Diane Lee, Mia Rebecca McConathy, Emily Nell Payne; nephews, Austin James Holston, Marshall Ed Burns, Jr., Colton Wray Payne; mother-in-law, Sandra Jean Payne; father-in-law, Doyle Ray Payne; brother-in-law, Edwin Ray Payne; as well as numerous cousins, great nieces and great nephews. James is also survived by his beloved service dog, Ms.Tequila “Tia”, Zoey, Thor and cat, Asha Baby.
James enjoyed singing in the Eastdale Baptist Church choir and painting and drawing. Fishing was one of his favorite activities. He played the guitar and sang karaoke too. James served our country for over 20 years and retired from the US Air Force. He loved his country, his family, his home and his church. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Due to the virus pandemic, a memorial service will be held later this year.
The family would like to extend a word of gratitude to their friends, especially Francis “Fran” Mann, the church family at Eastdale Baptist, and friends at Eastern Hills Baptist Church.
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