Jimmie Ray Henderson, 80, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family, pastor and friends on Saturday night, May 16, 2026. He was born on September 1, 1945, in Jonesboro, La and was the oldest of 4 children.

Jimmie Ray was a devoted husband, loving father, a wonderful "POP" (a title he proudly wore), "Bubba" and faithful servant of the Lord. He was married to the love of his life, Joy Warren Henderson, for almost 62 blessed years. Together they built a family centered on faith, love, and devotion to Jesus.

He is survived by his wife, Joy Henderson; daughter, Angie Henderson; son, Josh Henderson (Candi); and grandson, Brock Henderson (Karlee Abels), who was his pride and joy.

Also left to cherish  their Bubba's memory are his siblings Sammy Henderson (Ann); sister, Cindy Bryan  (Jeffrey); as well as nieces, nephews and extended family

He was   Preceded in death by his parents, Lamar and Elouise Henderson, and his brother, Lynn Roy Henderson.

Jimmie Ray retired as a millwright from Smurfit-Stone in 2006 after many years of dedicated work. He was a vital member of Full Gospel Temple, where he worshipped for many years. One of his greatest joys was collecting and playing the bass guitar, something he did for nearly 50 years.

Anyone who spent time around Jimmie Ray quickly knew how deeply he loved his family. He especially cherished every moment spent with his only grandchild & best friend "BO." Above all else, Jimmie loved his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and he never ended a conversation without sharing his faith.

Visitation will be held at Full Gospel Temple on Walker Road on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, from 6:00 PM until 8:30 PM. Funeral services will be held at Full Gospel Temple on Wednesday, May 20th at 11:00 AM. Burial will follow at Fellowship Baptist Church Cemetery in Quitman, under the direction of Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home.

Officiating will be his pastor Bro Joel Sneed, musicians Josie Sneed and Tucker Sneed. Serving as pallbearers will be David Broadway, Kyle Gilbert, Donnie Sneed, Chris Smith, Tucker Sneed, Kerry McNaughton, Wes Stevenson, and Kent Hightower. Honorary pallbearers will be his only grandson, Brock along with Brock's Papa, Roy Mosley.

In honor of Pop, donations may be made to the Cornerstone Christian Academy Athletic Department, something that was very close to his heart. He greatly enjoyed watching his grandson play basketball and volleyball there. Donations may be mailed to: Cornerstone Christian Academy Athletics, 773 Walker Rd.,
Jonesboro, LA 71251.

Jimmie Ray's legacy of faith, love, kindness, and devotion to his family will be forever treasured by all who knew and loved him. He was a man of quiet strength and humble wisdom. His presence, though gentle, filled every space with the light of his understanding of God's word. He will be deeply missed, but his wisdom will continue to guide us for generations as we carry on his Godly heritage.