EMILY KATHLEEN HENSON Emily Kathleen Henson, age 39, the beloved daughter of Bill and Susan Henson, was born on February 12, 1983 and died August 2, 2022. She lived with her parents and was a lifelong resident of Geauga County. Emily attended Metzenbaum School, graduating in 2005. She later participated in adult day programing atContinue Reading
EMILY KATHLEEN HENSON
Emily Kathleen Henson, age 39, the beloved daughter of Bill and Susan Henson, was born on February 12, 1983 and died August 2, 2022. She lived with her parents and was a lifelong resident of Geauga County. Emily attended Metzenbaum School, graduating in 2005. She later participated in adult day programing at MSI and SunRaise.
Throughout her life, Emily coped with multiple health issues, but she maintained a positive and loving attitude. Her aunt described Emily as “a happy soul”. Emily enjoyed interacting with her friends and family. Emily liked taking walks and rides with her parents. She loved music, laughter, and mashed potatoes. She was the joy of her parents’ lives.
In addition to her parents, Emily will be missed by her friends and neighbors, her aunts, and uncles; Jon and Jane Kopke and Bynum and Shirley Henson, cousins; Bynum (Darcy) Henson and Heidi (Soren) Stamer and their families.
A private service will be held at a later date.
Arrangements made by the Burr Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Chardon, OH. Information and condolences on-line at www.burrservice.com
Carla Duren
left a message on August 24, 2022:
Mr. and Mrs. Henson
I would like to express my deepest sympathy and condolences to you in the loss of sweet Emily. I am praying for you during this time ,
Carla Duren
Melissa Kerr
left a message on August 22, 2022:
Bill and Susan,
So sorry. Emily was such a sweetie. I am grateful to have known her. Always had a smile for me when driving her in the van. Also laughed when I was stuck in a driveway on a horrible winter day. She touched us all at MSI. Love and prayers, Melissa
Melissa Kerr
left a message on August 22, 2022:
Bill and Susan,
So sorry. Emily was such a sweetie. I am grateful to have known her. Always had a smile for me when driving her in the van. Also laughed when I was stuck in a driveway on a horrible winter day. She touched us all at MSI. Love and prayers, Melissa
Rosemary Lewis
left a message on August 21, 2022:
I am at a loss for words during this sorrowful time. Please know that I am thinking of you and praying for peace and comfort.
Patti Smith RN
left a message on August 16, 2022:
My heart is broken. I am so very sorry to hear that Emily is gone. Every interaction i had with the Henson's made me smile. It has been my pleasure being a part of her life for so many years. Rest in peace dearest Emily. You will be in my thoughts forever.
Jean & Les Babb
left a message on August 14, 2022:
Bill and Susan, we are so sad to hear of Emily's passing. I can remember the many times we saw her in her stroller being pushed around when we lived in Grove Manor Apartments. You have had such a beautiful, special daughter and have loved her to no end. Please know she is in Heaven with God and He has healed her of all illnesses. She is free to walk, run, laugh, talk, sing, whatever her heart desires. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you strength and comfort during this most difficult time. God bless you both.
Denny and Denise Koeth
left a message on August 12, 2022:
Bill and Susie,
Our deepest sympathy for your loss.
Emily was our brother, Gil’s, favorite. He has so many sweet stories about her.
May she rest Rest in Peace.?
Julie Altman
left a message on August 11, 2022:
Thinking of you ❤️????
Claudia Siskind
left a message on August 11, 2022:
Dear Susan and Bill,
I was so saddened to hear of Emily's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers as you travel this journey of grief.
Kathy Koth
left a message on August 10, 2022:
I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences. I know you are missing Emily. She was such a sweet girl--always smiling whenever I saw her. You are in my prayers. So very sorry.
Loving thoughts,
Kathy
Judith Rozic
left a message on August 9, 2022:
Emily’s smile filled everyone with joy. I remember her shining eyes and her friendly smile as we passed by in the halls at Metzenbaum. Heaven has received a beautiful angel. My deepest sympathies to you all.
Judith Rozic
Bynum Henson (Uncle)
left a message on August 9, 2022:
Happy Soul
When did we decide life was about how many A’s you got on your report card?
Or how many points you scored in a basketball game?
Or the highest note you could play on your trumpet?
Or how much you paid for the car parked in your driveway?
Or how many “friends” you have on Facebook?
Emily didn’t care about any of those things.
And she certainly didn’t waste her time with Facebook.
She was a happy soul.
A guy once wrote a song titled: “Don’t worry; Be happy.”
The guy likely stole the idea from Emily, but Emily didn’t care.
She was a happy soul.
Emily exemplifies the words to that old church hymn:
“Till my trophies at last I lay down.
I will cling to the old Rugged Cross.
And exchange it some day for a crown.”
Madeline Wyand
left a message on August 7, 2022:
You guys did such a good job with Emily! You are a true inspiration to special needs parents coming up. Thank you for letting me love and care for Emily! She is forever written on my heart along with her wonderful mom and dad! I love you guys! -Maddie
Karen Zak
left a message on August 6, 2022:
You provided such love and joyful experiences for Emily. She shows joy and sparkle and happiness in her face and eyes. I wish you comfort in knowing you shared a loving life with her. Hugs to you Karen
Marge Hoffman
left a message on August 6, 2022:
Dear Susan and Bill - Please accept my sincere sympathy in the loss of your beloved daughter Emily. Your fierce love and care is what kept Em going! May God comfort you as you mourn the loss of Em and help you to live without her. God bless you and her many loving teachers and caregivers over the years.
Love Marge Hoffman
Melissa (Gratton) McGhee
left a message on August 4, 2022:
So sorry to hear the sad news. Thoughts, prayers, and hugs for all of sweet Emily’s loved ones.
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Carla Duren
left a message on August 24, 2022:
Mr. and Mrs. Henson
I would like to express my deepest sympathy and condolences to you in the loss of sweet Emily. I am praying for you during this time ,
Carla Duren
Melissa Kerr
left a message on August 22, 2022:
Bill and Susan,
So sorry. Emily was such a sweetie. I am grateful to have known her. Always had a smile for me when driving her in the van. Also laughed when I was stuck in a driveway on a horrible winter day. She touched us all at MSI. Love and prayers, Melissa
Melissa Kerr
left a message on August 22, 2022:
Bill and Susan,
So sorry. Emily was such a sweetie. I am grateful to have known her. Always had a smile for me when driving her in the van. Also laughed when I was stuck in a driveway on a horrible winter day. She touched us all at MSI. Love and prayers, Melissa
Rosemary Lewis
left a message on August 21, 2022:
I am at a loss for words during this sorrowful time. Please know that I am thinking of you and praying for peace and comfort.
Patti Smith RN
left a message on August 16, 2022:
My heart is broken. I am so very sorry to hear that Emily is gone. Every interaction i had with the Henson's made me smile. It has been my pleasure being a part of her life for so many years. Rest in peace dearest Emily. You will be in my thoughts forever.
Jean & Les Babb
left a message on August 14, 2022:
Bill and Susan, we are so sad to hear of Emily's passing. I can remember the many times we saw her in her stroller being pushed around when we lived in Grove Manor Apartments. You have had such a beautiful, special daughter and have loved her to no end. Please know she is in Heaven with God and He has healed her of all illnesses. She is free to walk, run, laugh, talk, sing, whatever her heart desires. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you strength and comfort during this most difficult time. God bless you both.
Denny and Denise Koeth
left a message on August 12, 2022:
Bill and Susie,
Our deepest sympathy for your loss.
Emily was our brother, Gil’s, favorite. He has so many sweet stories about her.
May she rest Rest in Peace.?
Julie Altman
left a message on August 11, 2022:
Thinking of you ❤️????
Claudia Siskind
left a message on August 11, 2022:
Dear Susan and Bill,
I was so saddened to hear of Emily's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers as you travel this journey of grief.
Kathy Koth
left a message on August 10, 2022:
I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences. I know you are missing Emily. She was such a sweet girl--always smiling whenever I saw her. You are in my prayers. So very sorry.
Loving thoughts,
Kathy
Judith Rozic
left a message on August 9, 2022:
Emily’s smile filled everyone with joy. I remember her shining eyes and her friendly smile as we passed by in the halls at Metzenbaum. Heaven has received a beautiful angel. My deepest sympathies to you all.
Judith Rozic
Bynum Henson (Uncle)
left a message on August 9, 2022:
Happy Soul
When did we decide life was about how many A’s you got on your report card?
Or how many points you scored in a basketball game?
Or the highest note you could play on your trumpet?
Or how much you paid for the car parked in your driveway?
Or how many “friends” you have on Facebook?
Emily didn’t care about any of those things.
And she certainly didn’t waste her time with Facebook.
She was a happy soul.
A guy once wrote a song titled: “Don’t worry; Be happy.”
The guy likely stole the idea from Emily, but Emily didn’t care.
She was a happy soul.
Emily exemplifies the words to that old church hymn:
“Till my trophies at last I lay down.
I will cling to the old Rugged Cross.
And exchange it some day for a crown.”
Madeline Wyand
left a message on August 7, 2022:
You guys did such a good job with Emily! You are a true inspiration to special needs parents coming up. Thank you for letting me love and care for Emily! She is forever written on my heart along with her wonderful mom and dad! I love you guys! -Maddie
Karen Zak
left a message on August 6, 2022:
You provided such love and joyful experiences for Emily. She shows joy and sparkle and happiness in her face and eyes. I wish you comfort in knowing you shared a loving life with her. Hugs to you Karen
Marge Hoffman
left a message on August 6, 2022:
Dear Susan and Bill - Please accept my sincere sympathy in the loss of your beloved daughter Emily. Your fierce love and care is what kept Em going! May God comfort you as you mourn the loss of Em and help you to live without her. God bless you and her many loving teachers and caregivers over the years.
Love Marge Hoffman
Melissa (Gratton) McGhee
left a message on August 4, 2022:
So sorry to hear the sad news. Thoughts, prayers, and hugs for all of sweet Emily’s loved ones.
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