Junior was an avid deer hunter, outdoorsman and an animal lover. He was a loving father and grandfather who loved to help people.
He was preceded in death by his mother: Martha Ann Henson; daughter: Martha Louise Henson; mother-in-law: Peggy Sampson; brothers: Roy Henson, Ronnie Henson and Howard Henson and sisters: Violet Henson and Elizabeth Brewer.
Junior is survived by his wife of 45 years, Wilma Henson; sons: Douglas Henson, II and Joseph Henson. Special granddaughter: Brianna Roberts. Brothers: Kenneth McClanahan and Jimmy Harris.
Several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and great great nieces and nephews, along with numerous friends.
Visitation will be Tuesday, August 11, 2026 from 4:00 pm until 6:00 pm at Stubblefield Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 6:00 pm. Graveside services will be at 11:00 am on Wednesday, August 12, 2026 in Hamblen Memory Gardens.
