James Franklin Henson Jr. – Updated

James Franklin Henson Jr., age 75, of Hope, Arkansas passed away on January 22, 2026.

Mr. Henson was born on April 6, 1950, in Newport, Arkansas to his parents, Frank James and Hazel Fulton Henson. He was a retired truck driver.

He is preceded in death by his parents; four brothers; and one sister.

Left to cherish his memory is his special friend, Thelma Adams; two sons, Joseph Henson, Chris Helmick; one brother, EJ Henson; one sister, Opal Fultz; three grandchildren, Harley, Caden, and Casandra; two great grandchildren, Estella and Keaton.

Visitation will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, January 30, 2026, at Brazzel-Oakcrest Funeral Home.

Funeral Services will follow immediately after at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel with Bro. Donnie Dillard officiating. Private family burial to follow.