David “Shorty” Henderson, 71, of Tollesboro, passed away Thursday, April 16, 2026, at Southern Ohio Medical Center in Portsmouth, Ohio, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Mason County on November 21, 1954, a son of the late Delbert Eugene and Ethel Mason Henderson.
Shorty was a member of Hickory Grove Christian Holiness Church and retired from Browning Manufacturing after almost 40 years of service. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating, riding his golf cart, talking with neighbors, and spending time with his family, especially his grandson.
Survivors include his loving wife of 47 years, Debra Gilbert Henderson; one daughter, Jessica Howard of Tar Fork; one sister, Rosetta Cooper of Vanceburg; one brother, Johnny (Betty Jo) Henderson of Tollesboro; one grandson, Carson Howard; and a special friend, David Lee of Vanceburg. Many other family members and friends will also sadly miss him.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Steve Henderson.
Services will be at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at Tollesboro Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 11918 KY 57 at Tollesboro with Bro. David Hickerson officiating. Burial will follow in East Fork Cemetery.
Friends may visit from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 21, 2026, and after 9:00 a.m. Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at Tollesboro Funeral Home.
Condolences may be sent at www.globefamilyfc.com.
