Ricky Dean Henson

Ricky Dean Henson, 66, of Verona passed away  Thursday, Nov. 18, 2021 at the Mt. Vernon Place Care.
Henson was born on Feb. 12, 1955 in Barry County, son of the late Carl (Stem) Henson and Ruth (Daniel) Henson. Henson spent several years farming and he worked other jobs.
Henson is survived by his life partner, Hershey Roden of the home; one honorary daughter, Betty Harris of the home; one brother, Mark Henson (Belinda) of Pierce City; sister-in-law, Janice Henson of Verona; as well as five nieces, one nephew and several great-nieces and nephews. Henson is also survived by step-children, Alisha Stewart of Pierce City, Genie Chapman of Independence and Lavania Toombs of Aurora.
Henson was preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Ruth Henson; brother, Timothy Henson; and a host of extended family. He will be dearly missed by many.
Graveside services were at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 21 in the Calton Cemetery near Pleasant Ridge under the care of Peterson Funeral Chapel.