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1935
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2018
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James Henson Obituary
1935 - 2018
James "Jim" C. Henson, age 82, of Pickerington, passed peacefully in his sleep Wednesday, September 19, 2018 at the Canal Winchester Assisted Living Center. He was born October 3, 1935, in Huntington, WV, to the late Andrew and Madge (Jordan) Henson. Jim was a long standing member of Peace United Methodist Church and a member of Lodge #340 F.&A.M., Reynoldsburg. He was passionate about service to others and founded the Helping Hands Program, a Pioneer's project, which lives on through countless volunteers at the church. Jim retired from AT&T after 40 years of work as a machinist with the company. He is preceded in death by his brother Herman (Clara) Henson. Jim is survived by his 3 daughters; grandchildren, Brian (Emily) Kellett, Jill (Shane) Neely, Tony Ellis, Nicholas Ellis, Zachary Brown; great-grandchildren, Elise and Iliza; step-sister, Sharon Walters; cousin, Kim (Kyle) Messimer; son-in-law, Phil Ellis. Family and friends may visit 1-3 and 5-7 pm on Monday, September 24, at the DWAYNE R. SPENCE FUNERAL HOME, 550 Hill Rd. N., Pickerington, OH 43147, where a funeral service, officiated by Pastor Bill Lyle, will follow at 7 pm. A graveside service will take place at 11 am on Tuesday, September 25, at Ohio Valley Memory Gardens, 1229 Neighborhood Rd, Gallipolis, OH 45631. Online condolences at www.spencefuneralhome.com
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Sharleen Sane
September 24, 2018
I woke this morning thinking about Jim and out of curiosity I went to newspapers Pickerington, Ohio on the computer. First thing I saw was his obit. While we do not know each other please know I am very sorry to learn of Jim's passing. For sometime he and I talked on the phone and I had the opportunity to meet him at Phil's in Chesapeake. His brother Pete was suppose to be my Dad. I am asking God to give you comfort.
September 23, 2018
Jim was blessed with a heart of GOLD, always serving his Lord by serving others. It was an honor to know such a good Christian man.
May God give strength, comfort and peace to his family and friends.
Debbie and Roger Goodland (Phoenix, Az.)
Kathleen Daniels-Selman
September 21, 2018
My Dad and he were good friends. I know that he will be greatly missed.
John Waldorf
September 21, 2018
Jim was always ready to help and to offer a kind word. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Kathleen Jones
September 20, 2018
Jim & I shared conversations in the church lobby, while awaiting his daughter & my husband. He was always friendly. I'm glad I knew him.
Kathleen Jones
Kathy Rockett
September 20, 2018
What a kind and caring man Jim was. He and my dad made an awesome team and I sure will be asking God where the nearest Tim Horton's is.
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Sep
24
Visitation
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Dwayne R. Spence Funeral Home - Pickerington550 Hill Road North, Pickerington, OH 43147
Sep
24
Visitation
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Dwayne R. Spence Funeral Home - Pickerington550 Hill Road North, Pickerington, OH 43147
Sep
24
Funeral service
7:00 p.m.
Dwayne R. Spence Funeral Home - Pickerington550 Hill Road North, Pickerington, OH 43147
Sep
25
Graveside service
11:00 a.m.
Ohio Valley Memory Gardens
1229 Neighborhood Rd, Gallipolis, OH
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