James Douglas Henson (January 22, 1949 - December 06, 2024)

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James Douglas Henson
  • January 22, 1949
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  • December 06, 2024

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James Douglas Henson

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of James Douglas Henson, 75, of Venice, Florida on Friday, December 6, 2024.

Born on January 22, 1949, in Jefferson City, Missouri, Doug was the son of the late Jess and Bernice Henson. He graduated from Helias High School in 1967 and earned his degree in Business from the University of Missouri. Doug dedicated his working years to improving the financial wellbeing of his clients. His work helping people achieve their financial goals gave him deep personal satisfaction.

Doug married his longtime partner, Yobany Mora (Joe) October 8, 2021, in the Florida Keys. Together for 25 years they enjoyed a life full of adventure and love.

Above all, Dough loved his family. After his retirement, Doug and Joe left New York and moved back to the Midwest, Jefferson City, Missouri, spending 8 years caring for his elderly parents and maintaining weekly gatherings to play cards.

Doug was an avid swimmer and a pool aerobics instructor to many residents of the Bird Bay Community in Venice, Florida.

He is survived by his husband Yobany Mora of Venice, FL; his sisters, Sharon Henson Cormack of Fort Myers, FL and Dana Henson Zimmerman (Larry) of Jefferson City, MO; and many nieces, nephews, and dear friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Tidewell Hospice, 210 Wexford Blvd, Venice, FL, 34293, in memory of Doug Henson.

Remembered for his resilience, sharp wit, and fun-loving spirit, Doug made a lasting impact on everyone he met. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.


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  1. Kathy “Kaycee” J. Caswell lit a candle:
    16 Dec 2024
    Lit since December 16, 2024 at 12:43:03 PM

  2. Kathy J. Caswell says:
    16 Dec 2024
    Yobany “Joe”
    (my dear friend),
    Please know that I am with you in spirit now and giving you a big hug and kiss. Unfortunately, this news has hit me hard!
    Doug was a very good friend to me and many others. I will miss him❣️
    May God give you the strength, courage, grace, and peace that you need at this time!
    Rest in peace,
    James Douglas Henson ❣️
    Love,
    Kaycee
    ♥️

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  3. Linda Vieth class of 67 lit a candle:
    16 Dec 2024
    Lit since December 16, 2024 at 12:05:48 PM

  4. Kim says:
    15 Dec 2024
    JoeJoe,
    Lo Siento mucho! No puedo
    Expresar mi triztesa para Ti.
    Veinticinco anos juntos es mucho tiempo. Tu eras el mejor companero para Doug. Yo Estoy segura Que el apreciaba todo Que tu hicsite para el. Guarda tus memorias en tu corazon para siempre. Si tu necesitas cualquier cosa, llamame! Con amor, Kim

  5. Jane Davis says:
    12 Dec 2024
    Doug was so much fun especially in water aerobics. Always funny and fun to be around. My sympathies to Joe and his entire family.

  6. Jane Davis says:
    12 Dec 2024
    Doug was so much fun in water aerobics! I will miss him very much. My sympathies to Joe and the family.

  7. craig says:
    11 Dec 2024
    Dear Joe sending you our deepest condolences. Uncle Doug will be dearly missed by all.
    Craig, Ann, Ashton, Madison, Cameron, & Shannon

  8. Holly dacek says:
    10 Dec 2024
    I will miss my good friend and my heart goes out to Joe

  9. MICHAEL GAITAN says:
    10 Dec 2024
    Bob and Doug would be my new friends after meeting them in San Antonio, Texas and I was moving to NYC
    Doug would be my first friend in NYC he would be known to me as his Aunt Kiki lol. Always laughing and in good spirits. He moved away and would meet Joe to be his long time partner. May god bless you both.
    I can still his laughter till this day.

  10. Joe Mora posted an image:
    10 Dec 2024
    Vermont
    Vermont

  11. Georgia W Rhodes says:
    10 Dec 2024
    Oh, Doug, it's almost impossible to speak my heart now. I was so sure you would get better, that I'd see you again. Alas, my empty heart is filled with love for you and our mutual friendship. It hurts that the love has nowhere to land, no laughter nor island of understanding to share. I am certain that we had past lives in common, and will meet again in a future and more wonderful world. Until then, my dear friend, I love you.

  12. Holly Dacek says:
    10 Dec 2024
    Doug was a wonderful friend. We had many laughs and eight years of friendship. I’m glad that he is no longer suffering ❤️❤️❤️

  13. The Vásquez Mora Family says:
    10 Dec 2024
    Doug was an incredible person, and I feel truly fortunate to have known him. His smile is a memory I will always cherish. He will be deeply missed and forever loved.

    Though we may be far apart, our prayers and warmest thoughts are with you.

    Rest in peace, Doug.

  14. Betty Bloom says:
    10 Dec 2024
    I will miss that sparkle/twinkle in his eyes. He brought such a joy to my life. I’m so glad that I met Joe and Doug. I’m so very thankful that Joe took such good care of him. Rest in peace.

    Betty Bloom

  15. Katie & Kevin Glynn says:
    10 Dec 2024
    Dear Joe,
    So sorry for the loss of your beloved. Wishing you peace in this time of sorrow.

  16. Ed Sim says:
    10 Dec 2024
    Joe
    We loved Doug and will miss him dearly. Aerobics and the pool will not be the same.
    Who will we ask “what that guys name” and get his life history as a response!
    Thanks for all YOU did for Doug
    Ed and Melanie Sim

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    10 Dec 2024


  18. Dana Henson Zimmerman says:
    09 Dec 2024
    Dear Joe,
    So sorry for your loss Joe.
    Thank you for taking such wonderful medical care of Doug.
    Love you,
    Sincerely,
    Larry and Dana Henson Zimmerman

    …..Doug,….
    “I have loved you all of your life, Doug; and I will miss you the rest of my life.”

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