Charles L. "Stacky" Henson

Charles Monroe Leona “Stacky” Henson went home to be with his Lord the afternoon of June 22, 2011, at St. John’s Medical Center, Springfield, Missouri, at the age of 79 years, 7 months and 5 days. Charles, or as friends called him “Stacky”, was born on November 17, 1931 to Everett B. and Lyndall E. (Chafen) Henson in Richland, Missouri. Charles was raised in a large family. He was the 5th of 19 children. On April 8, 1950, Charles married the love of his life, Marie E. (Baranowski) Henson. They were united in marriage at J.O. Brown’s House in Richland, MO. Charles and Marie shared over 61 years of marriage. The couple shared many memories together. Charles and Marie were blessed with two children: a daughter, Kathy, and a son, Billy. Charles worked for the Civil Service for most of his career. He worked from August 1950 until January 1982. He worked as a shoe fitter then later became a supervisor of clothing sales. For four years Charles owned and operated the Dairy Queen in Richland. He retired shortly after an open-heart surgery in 1981. Charles enjoyed watching birds; collecting coins, knives, and antiques; dogs; hunting; and just being with family and friends. He built his own home of 56 years with his own hands. Charles attended and was a member of the First Baptist Church, Richland, Missouri. He was baptized in March of 1950 at the old First Baptist Church of Richland. He was also involved with many organizations such as the Masonic Lodge 385 AF & AM, Shriners, Eastern Star, Park Board Member, volunteer fire fighter for Richland, and Scottish Rites of St. Louis. He is preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Wanda; one brother, Willard; and four other siblings. Left to mourn his passing is: wife Marie of the home; one daughter: Kathy Cogar (Donnie) of Waynesville, MO; one son: Billy (Beth) Henson of Mustang, OK; seven brothers: James “Leon” (Wanda) Henson of Eugene, OR; Everett “Tutor” (Helen) Henson of Myrtle Beach, SC; Clifford “Buster” (Carolyn) Henson of Richland, MO; Wayne (Elva Lea) of Hazelgreen, MO; Jack Henson of Richland MO; Paul Dennis (Kathy) Henson of Montreal, MO; Terry (Joyce) Henson of Richland , MO; five sisters: Mary (Larry) Skinner of Indianapolis, IN; Luvena “Tootsie” (Edward) Ennis of IL; Naomi (Don) Randall of Thermopolis, WY; Linda (Don) Parker of Kansas City, KS; Phyllis (William) Wilson of Sleeper, MO; and three grandchildren: Terry Henson (Jennifer), Jodi Michelle Henson and Amanda Larson (Jason); two great grandsons: Ethan Larson and Shane Henson; and many other friends and relatives. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, June 26, 2011 in the Memorial Chapel of Richland with Rev. Mike Hawkins officiating. Becky Lercher sang “Old Rugged Cross” and “Heaven Came Down”. “Heaven Bound” a family favorite was also played. Serving as pallbearers were Danny Rogers, Gary Baranowski, Larry Baranowski, Jack Henson, Victor Henson, Dwight Baranowski, Troy Henson and Tommy Henson. Burial followed in the Oaklawn Cemetery of Richland, Missouri. Services were under the direction of Memorial Chapel of Richland.

Charles L. "Stacky" Henson

November 17, 1931 - June 22, 2011