Martha Ann ""Ann"" Henson

Ann Henson, 61, of Longmont, died June 13, 2013 at her residence. She was born September 3, 1951 in Woodbury, New Jersey to Wilbert and Martha (Tate) Shea. In 1969 she left New Jersey and found her way to Colorado, where she met Tim Henson. The two later married on December 16, 1972 in Ft. Collins, Colorado.

Ann spent her career as a Research Scientist working for DuPont. She received the Crystal award for her hard work and research with them. She also received an award from the Colorado Native Plant Society for her contributions and expertise with plant identification. She taught numerous classes on plant identification, and numerous county agencies counted on her knowledge of the native plants. As an avid Botanist, she became a member of the Colorado Native Plant Society, and the Colorado Bryological Society. She also enjoyed hiking, traveling the world with her husband, and painting. She will be missed by her family, all the friends she made throughout the years.

She is survived by her Husband, Tim Henson of Longmont. Brother John (Cindy) Shea of Washington, and a Sister, Paula (Raymond) Shea-Crispin of New Jersey. Her father also survives her.

She was preceded in death by her mother.

A Celebration of Ann’s life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on August 24, 2013 at Sandstone Ranch.

Contributions in Ann’s memory are requested to TRU Community Care Hospice, 2594 Trail Ridge Drive East, Lafayette, CO. 80026

Cremation has been entrusted to Howe Mortuary in Longmont.