James Calvin “Jim” Henson

James Calvin “Jim” Henson, age 73, of Paris, Kentucky, departed this life unexpectedly on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at Centerpoint Health – Paris. Jim was born in Dayton, Ohio on September 17, 1953. He was a 1972 graduate of Jefferson Township High School in Ohio and was a retired Foreman for the water distribution center for the City of Paris. A man of Christian faith, he found joy in spending time at the cabin and being with his family and friends. Jim was proceeded in death by his mom and dad, Faye and Ed Manning; his biological father, Herbert H. Henson; a brother, Roy Henson; and his in-laws, Thomas Howard and Matthew Howard.
Surviving is his longtime companion of twenty years, Donna Howard; a son, James (Brandi) Henson; daughters, Michelle (Kent) Brown, Amy (Justin) Ford, Brittney (Patrick) Hughes, and Amber Weng. Also surviving are brothers Dan Henson (Kim Coffey), Ronnie Henson, Terry Henson; sisters, Tammy Navarro, and Carol Yochelson; grandchildren, Elias, Blake, Ashton, Sawyer, Robbie, Kenny, Ethan, Seth, Dylan, Faith, Kali, and Gage; great grandchildren, Wrenley, and another on the way; as well as a very special friend and mentor, Kevin Crump. Also surviving are his bonus mom, Lorene “Mom” Howard; his in laws, Jeanie (Woody) Britt, Tommy (Renie) Howard, Larry (Carolyn) Howard, Michael (Jackie) Howard, Stevie (Gloria) Howard, Jeffrey (Terrie) Howard, and Dane Howard; several nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephew, and the entire Kegley family, along with many other friends whose lives he touched.
In memory of Jim, the family suggests memorial donations to two of the organizations that he held near and dear to his heart. Though not a Veteran himself, he highly respected them for their service. Donations can be made to your local American Legion Post, or to Saint Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-9959.
To respect the wishes of Jim, cremation was chosen with a private memorial gathering to be held by his immediate family. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Hinton-Turner Funeral Home. www.hintonturner.com