He retired in August, 2023 after 40 years of owning and operating Monticello Landscaping Company. James was a member of Oak Grove Assembly of God Church for over 30 years. He loved the Lord with all his heart. His faith never wavered. Even during his last moments James gave all his worries and fears to the Lord and left this earth in peace.
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by two brother, Junior Henry and Nelson Henry; a sister, Evelyn Henry; and his sons, David and Jimmy Henry.
James is survived by his wife of 45 years, Susie Henry of Monticello; his children, Joe (Andrea) Huskey, Don Huskey, Kim (Shawn) Densmore all of Monticello, Penny (Sean) Fry of Austin, TX and Wendy (Chris) Ray of Monticello; 19 grandchildren and a host of great-grandchildren whom he was known to as ''Pops''; a brother, Bobby Henry.
There will be a visitation from 3:00-5:00 p.m. Sunday, April 28, 2024, at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Oak Grove Assembly of God Church; PO Box 628 Monticello, AR 71657. You can sign James' guestbook registry on this page.
Condolences(16)
Trisha Abbott
Monticello, AR Friday, May 3, 2024 Wendy and family, I am so sorry for your loss.suzanne leonard
MONTICELLO, AR Thursday, May 2, 2024 Prayers for Mr. Henry's family. He was a sweet man. I always enjoyed talking plants with him when he landscaped for Holiday Inn many years ago.Opal Pulley
Warren, AR Tuesday, April 30, 2024 Prayers for all the family.Mike McKeown
Glenpool, OK Tuesday, April 30, 2024 To Susie and family, we were saddened to hear of the passing of James. We enjoyed knowing him and serving as his pharmacy while he did a good job of lawn care at our home. Always enjoyed interesting talks with him about life. It's comforting knowing he is with the Lord as we had many talks about our common faith. May God bless you guys. Mike & ShirleyVivian Hope
Monticello, AR Sunday, April 28, 2024 Susie and family I'm so sorry for your lost I pray God be with ya'll during this time love each and every one of ya'llLarry Hargis
Monticello, AR Sunday, April 28, 2024 I drove trucks with James at Burlington. He was a hard worker and a good guy. We will miss you James.Tina Moore
Monticello, AR Sunday, April 28, 2024 He was a blessing to know. He always had a smile and loved life. I’m so sorry for your loss. Praying for healing. ❤️🩹Ashleigh Henry Burkholder
Fordyce, AR Sunday, April 28, 2024 I love you so much...I hate that your gone..you have been a constant in my life ever since mom left and I will always be thankful for the little time and conversations..I know your finally happy you get to finally be with daddy and uncle Jimmy just watch over us until we meet again..I ove and miss you so much!!Britney Felts
Mountain Home, AR Friday, April 26, 2024 We love you papaw.Susie Chadwick
Wilmar, AR Friday, April 26, 2024 Susie I am so sorry to hear about James. May God wrap his loving arms around each of you at this sad time. You and the family are in my thoughts and prayers.Karon Beavers
Monticello, AR Friday, April 26, 2024 Susie and family, please know that I am saddened to hear of James’ death. I thought a lot of James, and always enjoyed talking with him. He was so kind! I pray for peace for you and family❤️🙏Kent Davis
Maumelle, AR Friday, April 26, 2024 I’m sorry, PrayersJulie Kinnaird
Hamburg, AR Friday, April 26, 2024 Susie I’m so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.Courtney Henry
Mountain Home, AR Friday, April 26, 2024 Grandpa James, it was an honor being your granddaughter. As I know you are with dad and David now, I am still so sad to see you go. I love you dearly and wish I could have come down sooner to see you and Susie. Until I see you again.Harry Densmore
Star City, AR Friday, April 26, 2024 Prayer's for all who knew him,Susie, Kim, Wendy, Joe ,Don and all the Gran's
Keep looking to the Eastern sky, for his appearing is drawing near.
God you all.
Wesley Carnicle
Monticello, AR Friday, April 26, 2024 Miss you uncle Jimmy