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John Henshaw Obituary
Memorial services for John Douglas Henshaw, Jr. will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, August 6, 2015 in the Chapel of White Oaks with Reverend Cliff Stewart officiating. Military rites will be conducted by the Fort Polk Honor Guard, under the direction of White Oaks Funeral Home, Alexandria.
John, 56, of Alexandria, entered eternal rest on Monday, August 3, 2015 in his residence. He was born August 27, 1958 in Giradeau, Missouri to John Douglas Henshaw, Sr. and Imogene Danford Holman Henshaw. He retired 24 years of service from the United States Army, having received numerous medals and honors and retired as a United States Army Lt. Colonel. He was an avid hunter, loved the outdoors and spending time with "Adilynn Grace" his beautiful granddaughter. Family time was the most important thing in this world to him. He was a member of THETA XI Fraternity of South Eastern University in Hammond. He earned his Bachelor's degree in Psychology and his Master's degree in International Studies.
He is preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, Cliff Henshaw.
Those left behind to cherish his memory are: his wife, Ashley A. Henshaw of Alexandria; one son, John Henshaw of Pineville; two daughters, Laura Stewart of Arcadia and Anna Couvillion of Woodworth; two sisters, Teresa Bercegay of Folsum and Susie Wilson of Milton, Florida; granddaughter, Adilynn Couvillion of Woodworth; lifetime friend, Greg Flores of Baton Rouge; and a host of family and friends.
Visitation will begin on Thursday, August 6, 2015 in the Chapel of White Oaks from 10 a.m. until service time.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Henshaw
HOWARD SCHNORRBUSCH
May 13, 2022
I've been looking for years to reunite with Johnny he was a great boss and a hell of an Engineer. His laugh was infectious and he trusted me as his 1st Sergeant to get the soldiers to do anything he requested that's what made us successful. Johnny I'm sure your pulling missions for God in heaven and I know your doing it with that big grin and big heart of yours. Thanks in believing in me as your 1st Sergeant. "Engineers lead the way" was our favorite saying and it's true!
Jerry Schaeffer
November 11, 2020
What a wonderful ,kind and funny guy. This man did not have a mean bone in his body. I am saddened that I only found out recently that Johnny had passed away. I was his big brother at SLU Theta Xi Fraternity. There is now one more angel to look after someone. condolences to his family. May you rest in peace, brother
BARRY JARREAU
August 15, 2015
OFFERING PRAYERS FOR A FALLEN SOLDIER.
Kim Adams
August 15, 2015
Sugh a sweet, kind person. Have many good memories of him. Prayers flying to his family. Was Theta Xi Little Sistee at SLU with him.
August 12, 2015
Johnny was a well loved friend and brother of the Beta Pi Chapter of Theta Xi Fraternity. He was a leader and someone I looked up to as an undergraduate. He instilled in me to be excellent at whatever I did, and looked over me as a mentor. I am only so sorry I learned of his passing so late. YITB, Beta Pi 209
Ray Newman
August 11, 2015
Hadn't seen Johnny since High School. Very sorry to hear this. God Bless and God Speed ..
Sheila Holman Babb
August 6, 2015
So loved my cousin Johnny. So many memories of our childhood at Granny and Papaw's house in Anniston. Love forever and Prayers for his family and friends. Aunt Peggy sends her love.
Suzy Henshaw Wilson
August 6, 2015
There is a word reverberating in my heart. The word is 'love'. From occasional texts, just to say you love me to the last communications between us expressing your hope my healing was going well. Right in the middle, you said 'I love you.' This is the legacy you leave. Though your success in the military is honorable, it is your success as a human being that I will remember. It was in your DNA to encourage others. In the midst of your own challenges, I felt it would all be alright and I believed you when you called your stage 4 cancer a 'bump in the road of life'. Always the leader. Always the big brother. Always the encourager. Always Johnny. To have had you in my life was not only a blessing, it was an opportunity to know someone who actually understood what was most important - to love others. Like everything else you ever attempted - you mastered this. I will always hold this fact close to my heart. What a wonderful legacy for an exceptional man. I love you, Johnny.
Becky Riggar
August 6, 2015
Anna, so sorry to hear of your dad's death. Praying for comfort and peace for you and your family.
Bobby and Kim Stewart
August 5, 2015
Johnny was a wonderful father and grandfather, as well as an inspiration to Laura, Anna and Addy. He will be missed by all.
Deana Puckett
August 5, 2015
Sorry for your loss. Prayers sent
Tina Pierre
August 5, 2015
So sorry for you & your families loss Teresa Bercegay. Your in our prayers.
Tim, Tina & Jon Pierre
Teresa Henshaw Bercegay
August 5, 2015
You were an honorable man & excellent big brother. Words cannot express my love & admiration. No girl ever had a better brother. I will carry you in my heart until my final breath. Memories of growing up together & the unconditional love you always gave will always be among my most cherished. Rest well, big brother.
gwen hamilton
August 5, 2015
Ashley, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
Gwen
August 5, 2015
Heartfelt prayers to your family. May you find comfort from our Heavenly Father - psalms 94:19
Bob and Linda Stewart
August 5, 2015
Johnny was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed. Words cannot express our gratitude for the love and guidance he so unselfishly gave to Laura, Anna, and Addie as well as many others. May you rest in peace, sweet friend!
Janie Booty-Lundbom
August 4, 2015
Greg, called me and told me that Johnny was not doing well and text me yesterday to tell me he had passed. I am terribly saddened for the loss of your husband, father, grandfathher, brother and friend to so many! Johnny was a lifetime friend from high school and i still hold our friendship to the highest. May God strengthen you during this difficult time.
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