TITLE: In memory of Benjamin Jay Thompson Henderson of Jacksboro.

SUMMARY: In memory of Benjamin Jay Thompson Henderson of Jacksboro.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The family and friends of Benjamin Jay Thompson Henderson of Jacksboro suffered an immeasurable loss with his passing on February 8, 2025, at the age of 39; and WHEREAS, The son of Jerry and Jean Henderson, Ben Henderson was born on December 23, 1985, and he grew up with the companionship of a sister, Hannah; he graduated from Jacksboro High School in 2004; a man of faith, he was a valued member of St. Thomas Anglican Church in Jacksboro; and WHEREAS, While his loss is difficult to bear, Ben Henderson leaves behind numerous friends and loved ones whose lives are far richer for having known him, and he will always hold a treasured place in their hearts; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas Legislature hereby pay tribute to the memory of Benjamin Jay Thompson Henderson and extend sincere condolences to the members of his family: to his parents, Jerry and Jean Henderson; to his sister, Hannah Henderson; to his aunts and uncles, Paula Koehler and her husband, Roger, John Thompson, and Carla Beth Horton and her husband, Dudley; to his cousins, Pete Koehler, Emily Ledwig, Michael Koehler, Ellissa Burr, and Derek Horton; and to his many other relatives and friends; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for his family and that when the Texas House of Representatives adjourns this day, it do so in memory of Ben Henderson. Spiller Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 328 was unanimously adopted by a rising vote of the House on March 6, 2025. Chief Clerk of the House