He was a retired small business owner, a skilled craftsman who loved to build furniture, and an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish with his family. After serving in the United States Air Force for four years in Europe during the Korean War as a Top Secret Communications Specialist, he returned home. He graduated from Arkansas A&M College, now UAM, in 1960 with a BA Degree in Industrial Management. Billy loved to serve others with his cooking skills, always feeding large groups of people in the community and church.
He has been an active member of First Baptist Church since 1958 where he served as church host for twenty plus years and Sunday School Secretary for forty years. Billy was a Justice of the Peace for twenty-eight years missing only two meetings. At the present time, he was serving on the Board of Directors of Annswood Apartments. He was a past president of the Optimist Club. He was also a member and past state secretary of United Commercial Travelers and a board member for College Heights Credit Union.
Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Genella Worbington Henry of Monticello; two sons, David Henry and wife Joy of Friendswood, TX and Kevin Henry and wife Michele of Monticello; one grandson, Jordan Henry; two granddaughters, Kayla and Claire Henry; three brothers, Paul Henry of Greenville, MS, Tom Henry and Bob Henry both of Monticello; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral service will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, December 5, 2015 at First Baptist Church with Rev. Kenny Worbington officiating. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Friday evening at First Baptist Church. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(22)
Classie Jones Green
Pine Bluff, AR Sunday, January 10, 2016 Mrs Henry, this is LATE but I love you all so much ,I wanted to let you know Iam praying for your STRENGTH and Comfort.Love to your FAMILYJohn & Paige (Hill) Stell
Monticello, AR Sunday, December 6, 2015 You are all in our thoughts & prayers. Mr. Billy had a kind soul & it has been a blessing to know him. Heaven gained an angel when Mr. Billy entered the gates. He will be missed by many. Love & prayers to all of you.Love, John, Paige, Jayson, Colt, Brayden, Brad, Jake & Jared
Jackie Gamble
, AR Saturday, December 5, 2015 I have wonderful memories of Billy and Genella. He will be greatly missed. So sorry for our loss but happy for heaven's gain.Gladys and James Youngblood
Monticello, AR Saturday, December 5, 2015 With our sympathy to the entire Henry Family. Our family and the Henry family lived in the Montongo community many years ago and are long time friends Billy was a fine Christain man. He will be missed. Sorry we are unable to attend his funeralAlvin &Irma James
Monticello, AR Saturday, December 5, 2015 So sorry of your loss of Mr. Billy. He will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.James & Mary Lasiter
Wilmar, AR Saturday, December 5, 2015 Deepest sympathy to the family. He will be greatly missed.Kay Worbington
Monticello, AR Friday, December 4, 2015 Billy Henry and I, along with the late Bill Barnes, were the "outlaws" of the Worbington family. He was the best brother-in-law anyone could ask for. He was a Christian example to all. I never heard him say an unkind word. He was a good man who loved his family. I feel fortunate to have known him for the past 48 years!Bob Prestridge
Hot Springs Village, AR Friday, December 4, 2015 Genella I am so sorry for your loss. Billy was a friend and classmate in High School.Debbie Gilbert Queen
San Antonio, TX Friday, December 4, 2015 Mrs. Henry was my most awesome Home Ec teacher in high school. If you sat through her classes you will remember that the love for her husband and her family shown through. When you saw Mr. Henry he had that smile that lit up not only his whole face but the room. I used to babysit for their two boys David and Kevin because Mr. Henry was always taking Mrs. Henry on dates. Mrs. Henry, David, and Kevin- Thank you for theses memories of special times with your family. I give you my heartfelt sympathy and prayers.Jimmy and Martha Ann Barrett
McGehee, AR Friday, December 4, 2015 Praying for you now and the coming days! What a rich Christian legacy your husband/father/grandfather has given to his wonderful, loving, and devoted family.Marijo Miles
Springfield, MO Friday, December 4, 2015 Sorry so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of your family. MarijoMilesPaul & Eunice McCammon
North Little Rock, AR Friday, December 4, 2015 We are sorry for your loss, and we pray that God will comfort you and your family.sarah Blackmon
Monticello, AR Friday, December 4, 2015 Genella, David, Kevin and all the family, I extend my sympathy for your loss and pray for strength and courage during this time.BRENDA J ANTHONI
PINE BLUFF, AR Friday, December 4, 2015 I am so sorry for your loss of Billy Gene. So many memories at Bill and Agnes' house. You know Dad and Mom loved all of you so much and please know the Jasay girls have you all in our thoughts and prayers.annette simpson gardner
tillar, AR Thursday, December 3, 2015 Ms Henry, I am sorry to hear of the Death of your Loved one. You have always been such a wonderful and loving person that I could not miss the opportunity to let you know that you are special in the lives of all the students you instructed. We loved you then and we love you still. God will comfort you he will always be there for you Remember to look to him ,for he will always be there. God Bless You and your family.verna conway
waldron, AR Thursday, December 3, 2015 I am so sorry to hear about Billy will be praying the Family Love To All Verna and Reg ConwayJames and Kathy Berry
Monticello, AR Thursday, December 3, 2015 Henry FamilyWe are so sad and sorry for your loss. Love and prayers
Long time friends
James and Kathy
W. Stinson Chapman
Monticello, AR Thursday, December 3, 2015 Dear Genella and family, So sad to hear of Billy's passing. I am thankful for his life of service to God, country and mankind. My prayers are with you.Faye Lewis
Monticello, AR Thursday, December 3, 2015 Billy and Genella Henry have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. All through the years you can count on faithfulness to God, their church, jobs, community and of course friends. Billy never failed to speak and ask me how I was. He was a constant at church. Such a servant. Kevin and David your dad was so proud of the kind men you became. Kind like him. Genella you know Billy is safe in heaven and you will see him again, but your loss is so painful now. I'm sure your precious parents were there to welcome him home. I consider it a blessing to have known Billy Henry. FayePAUL & MARY MCHAN
Columbia, TN Wednesday, December 2, 2015 SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, MAY GOD GIVE PEACE TO YOU ALL AND COMFORTYOU , WE LOVE YOU.
Pat Scifres Montgomery
Monticello, AR Wednesday, December 2, 2015 My thoughts and prayers are with you all.Janice Wiggam
Hot Springs Village, AR Wednesday, December 2, 2015 Genella & family,Billy was such a dear man, good friend to our family and a fine Christian man who loved people. He shared his love for God with all. I know he is now at peace with God and yet it's so hard to loose those we love so dearly. May God surround you with his peace to give you comfort.
With love & sympathy,
Janice Gladden Wiggam