Chuck HENSON

Chuck HENSON obituary

Chuck HENSON

Chuck HENSON Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 19, 2018.
HENSON, Chuck Rodeo Clown and Bullfighter, of Tucson, Arizona, born on February 4, 1931 in Arcadia, Florida, to Charlie "Heavy" Henson and Margie Greenough Henson, went to be with the Lord at age 87 on August 11, 2018. From 1952 to 1955, Chuck served in the Army Security Agency as a morse code interceptor stationed in Alaska during the Korean War. He received the National Defense Service Medal and Good Conduct Medal. After the Army he returned to rodeo as a contestant, rodeo clown and bullfighter as well as movie stuntman. Chuck married Nancy Roberts of Midland, TX in 1959. He is survived by his wife; daughters, Nancy Jane (Jerry) Dorenkamp and Leigh Ann (Eric) Billingsley; and grandchildren, Kaylee and Rayna Billingsley. A Celebration of Life will be on Wednesday, August 22, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at Tucson Rodeo Parade Museum, 4823 S 6th Ave, Tucson. Arrangements by RESEARCH FOR LIFE.

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August 31, 2018

Diane Mitchell Call posted to the memorial.

August 22, 2018

Summer Fowler posted to the memorial.

August 22, 2018

Leroy and Paulette Welch posted to the memorial.

Diane Mitchell Call

August 31, 2018

It was my privilege to grow up next door to Marge, Heavy and Chuck Henson. They were wonderful neighbors and friends. On one occasion, I was playing outside and spotted Chuck walking down our dirt road headed to his home. He was returning from the army. I can still picture the touching scene when he turned into his driveway and Marge and Heavy ran to him and they all embraced. It brings tears to my eyes just to think about what a loving family they were. So sorry to hear of his passing, but I can imagine a similar embrace on the other side. Sincerely, Diane Mitchell Call

Summer Fowler

August 22, 2018

Condolences for the family. Nancy, I'm so sorry. I have no words. Through I cannot be there in person tomorrow I will be there in spirit.
Much love
Summer

Leroy and Paulette Welch

August 22, 2018

A wonderful friend! He will be missed.

Jody Charter

August 21, 2018

Nancy, Nancy Jane and Puddin (been a long time since I've said that!), I'm so sorry for your great loss. I know how heavy your hearts are at this time. Chuck was a kind gentle man who will be missed by many. It was a pleasure knowing him and all of you. Will be thinking if you a lot over the next while.
Jody Robinson-Charter

August 21, 2018

My sincere condolences in the loss of your love one as you endure these difficult day please draw strength from the words found at Isa 40: 10 and 13

Lorrie Chronister, Baldwin

August 20, 2018

Nancy I'm so sorry for your loss, and what daughters are going thru he was a funny man!

jim vanderkolk

August 20, 2018

Chuck and Nancy, Heavy and Margie were friends and customers back about 50 years ago and were great people. Sorry to hear Nancy of your loss. Thankful that Chuck is now performing as a clown in his next home.

August 20, 2018

Nancy, I am very sorry for your loss. I hope you can feel comforted by God's promises for the future and prayer to him during this difficult time. My condolences go out to you all.

Glen Holland

August 20, 2018

Leigh Ann, I'm very sorry for your loss, your dad was such a special person and always brought a smile to my face whenever I ran into him whether it be on the set or in the arena, and I think he may have even rescued me from a bull one time , but I feel your loss and he will be missed.

Deborah Antonick-Bequette

August 19, 2018

Nancy, I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for y'all for HIS peace & comfort to be with you and all they days ahead.

Ernie Robles

August 19, 2018

Nancy, so very sorry to hear about your dad. I offer my condolences to you and your family. Bless you and your family and may he rest in peace.

Nina W.

August 19, 2018

I didn't know him personally. But I watched him perform as a rodeo clown for many years at the Tucson Rodeo. I grew up going to the rodeo every year. He will be missed.

MARY CARTTER

August 19, 2018

Chuck was one of the finest and funniest men I knew. My condolences to Nancy and the girls.

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