FRANKLIN - Joyce Henson, 79, passed away peacefully on Monday, Dec. 2, 2019 at Skyland Care Center.
Born in Glenville, she was the daughter of the late Gordon and Faye Broome Jennings. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Sabrina Henson Garner and her sister, Bernice Rice.
She was a well-loved hairdresser for over 50 years and was a beloved friend to many. Joyce accepted Christ at an early age and continued her walk with him for over 70 years.
Joyce is survived by her husband of 59 years, Marshall Henson; her sister, Vivian J. Cleaveland of Sylva; nieces, Raylene Bryson (Randy), Janessa Wright-Crawford (Stacy), Teesie Crebs (Bill), Pat Villarreal (Felix), Angie Biller (Glen), Sabrina Rogers; nephews, Jimmy Cleaveland (Lisa), Rob Henson (Patsy), Charlie Henson and Brandon Henson; special friend, Connie Smith and many special great-nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2019 at 4 p.m., in the Chapel of Macon Funeral Home. Rev. Charles Dean will officiate. A special prayer will be given by Rev. Steve Reeves. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
The family would like to especially thank the staff, caregivers, and therapists at Skyland Care Center for the loving care they gave Joyce.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Joyce’s memory, to Skyland Care Center–Activities Department.
Condolences can be made at.maconfuneralhome.com