Ruth Idell Henson

Ruth Idell Henson, 89, of Verona, passed away March 25, 2019, at home, surrounded by her family. She was born March 7, 1930, in Stone County, to Irvin and Rosa (Simms) Daniel.
In 1948, she married Carl Armon Henson, in Aurora. They raised three sons and spent many happy years together before his passing in 1989.
Henson was an inspector for Juvenile Shoe Factory in Aurora and enjoyed cooking, baking and hosting family gatherings at her home. Most importantly, she loved visits from her children and grandchildren.
Henson is survived by: sons, Rick Henson, Hershey Roden, of Verona and Mark (Belinda) Henson of Pierce City; seven grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and three great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by: her parents; her husband; son, Timothy Henson; one great-granddaughter; sister, Ruby Calton; and brothers, Oral, Ted, Glen and Joe Daniel.
A graveside service, under the direction of the Crafton-Cantrell Funeral Home in Aurora was held March 28, 2019, at the Calton Cemetery. Online condolences may be shared at www.CraftonCantrellFuneralHome.com.