We are sad to announce that on July 25, 2023, at the age of 39, Matthew A. Henson of Percy, Illinois, born in Carbondale, Illinois passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Matthew A. Henson to pay them a last tribute.

He is survived by: his parents, Peggy Miesner Henson of Percy and Richard "Rick" Henson; his siblings, Alicia Pate (Scott) of Spanish Fort, AL, Stephanie Hecht (Justin) of Steeleville, Zachary Henson (Caitlin) of Percy and Adam Henson (Jessie) of Ava; his nieces and nephews, Alexis, Laila Pate, Kaden, Adelyn Hecht, Haylie, Herold Henson and Wyatt Henson; and his close friend Ace (Chesapeake Bay Retriever). He is also survived by his parents, siblings, nieces, nephews, and Ace, his dog and best friend.

Memorials may be given to Tuition Fund at St. Paul's Lutheran Church.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Wilson Funeral Home

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July 31, 2023

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“Please accept my deepest condolences, and my gratitude for the man GySgt Henson was. I will always be grateful for his guidance, encouragement and mentorship during my USMC officer candidacy. Rest in peace Gunny Henson.”

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Wilson's Funeral Home
509 W Illinois St, Steeleville, IL 62288

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St. Paul's Lutheran Church - Wine Hill
11854 Wine Hill Rd, Steeleville, IL 62288

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St. Paul's Lutheran Church - Wine Hill
11854 Wine Hill Rd, Steeleville, IL 62288

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