James "Jim" Henderson Jr.

James Wesley Henderson Jr. "Jim," 79, of Gladwin, Michigan, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, with his family by his side. He was born in Saginaw, Michigan, on January 28, 1947, the son of James Wesley Sr. and Betty Lou (Denno) Henderson. On December 5, 1970, he married Constance Ann Mrozinski in Twining, Michigan. They were blessed with 43 years of marriage and three daughters. After the passing of his beloved wife, Connie, he was blessed to find companionship a second time in the love of his wife, MarLynn (Skym) Muma Henderson, with whom he spent the last 11 years.

Jim was proud to have served his country as a Petty Officer Third Class in the United States Navy; while serving, he specialized as a Cryptologic Technician. He was a member and Elder in the Community of Christ Church in Gladwin. He worked several jobs throughout his lifetime and had a passion for hunting and playing his guitar, as well as a great love for his family.

Jim leaves behind his wife, MarLynn; his three daughters: Lisa (Curt) Albrecht of Standish, Greta (Mickey) Edick of Gladwin, and Jessie (Butch) Kopasz of Standish; two stepdaughters: Whitney (Brandon) Largent of Zeeland and Courtney (Derrick) Largent of Midland; 16 grandchildren: Keaton, James (Cheyanne), Lydia, Grace (Austin), Lexie (Seth), Victor (Katie), Nicholas, Maggie, Remi (Kyle), Alli (Karter), Sami (PFC Aiden), Lani (Calvin), Samuel, Julia, Ellie, and Alice; one great-granddaughter, Emberlee; and one great-grandson soon to arrive, James.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James Wesley Sr. and Betty Lou Henderson, and his wife, Constance Ann Henderson.

Funeral services will take place on Sunday, November 8, 2026 at 2:00 P.M. at Community of Christ Church, in Gladwin. Visitation will be held from 1:00 P.M. until the time of service. Visitation will also be held on Saturday, November 7, 2026 from 12:00-8:00 P.M. at Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home, in Gladwin. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Community of Christ Church in Gladwin. Arrangements are in the care of Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home. www.hallkokotovichfuneralhome.com