Troy "Possum"

Leon Henson

Troy "Possum" Leon Henson, son of the late Oman Henson and Elsie (Carty) Henson, was born in Black, Missouri, on June 28, 1929. He was called to his heavenly home on February 26, 2022, in Herculaneum, Missouri, at the age of 92.

Troy was a Veteran of the Unites States Marine Corp and served in Korea during his stay in the service. He was united in marriage to Gwendolyn Evans and to this loving union two children were born. She preceded him in death in 2016. He was a member of the Hopewell Masonic Lodge # 239. Troy enjoyed fishing, coon hunting and being outside in the sunshine. His greatest joy was spending time with his family, especially his great-granddaughters.

Troy worked many years at Lincoln Mercury in St. Louis, Missouri. He lived on his farm in Black, Missouri, for many years. Then he enjoyed living in the warmer climates in the winter months and traveling when able.

In addition to his parents, wife, and son, Ronald Henson, he was also preceded in death by three brothers, Ansel, Gene and Larry Henson.

Troy is survived by his daughter, Kathy Weinhold and husband Willie of Oak Ridge, Missouri, two granddaughters, Amy Henson and fiancé BJ Mathis of Herculaneum, Missouri, and Annette Henson and wife Molly of Raleigh, North Carolina, three great-granddaughters, Michelle, Carissa and Brittney, two sisters, Norma Henson of Black, Missouri, and Thelma Black of Farmington, Missouri, two brothers, Carter Henson and wife Joan of Black, Missouri, and Harold Henson of Centerville, Missouri, and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Troy will be deeply missed by his family and friends who will mourn his passing.

Visitation: Wednesday, March 2, 2022, 11AM at McSpadden Funeral Home, Lesterville, Missouri

Masonic Service: 12PM

Funeral to follow at 1PM

Minister: Pastor Greg Freeman

Burial: Carty Cemetery

Pallbearers: George Nash, Timmy Nash, BJ Mathis, Landon Bennett, Terry Henson and Blake Clark

In Lieu of Flowers: Donations can be made to Disabled Veterans

Arrangements by McSpadden Funeral Home, Lesterville, Missouri