Jonathan Charles Henson passed away peacefully on July 25, 2026, at the age of 37.
Jonathan was born on November 19, 1988, in Gallipolis, Ohio to Donna and Charles Henson. He grew up in Point Pleasant, West Virginia, where he developed a lifelong love of family and friendship.
As a young man, Jonathan “Lil Tic” proudly earned the rank of Eagle Scout as a member of Troop 259, an achievement that reflected the values that defined his life—kindness, perseverance, integrity, and service to others. He was also a member of the Order of the Arrow. His father was his Scout Master and mentor. The friendships he forged through Scouting became lifelong bonds that he treasured. Their reunions were epic, filled with raucous reminiscing – Brothers in Scouting recounting their youth as they maintained their relationships into adulthood.
The love of Jonathan’s life was Margaret Ann Keefe. They met in 2013 while she attended Marshall University in Huntington, West Virginia. The universe drew them together, and they bonded over their love of early 2000’s alternative and emo music, and Captain America. By 2015, they were engaged.
Jonathan and Maggie are true soulmates. After a year-long engagement, they were married on October 8, 2016, in a beautiful lakeside ceremony at Camp Arrowhead near Huntington. After the wedding, he and Maggie moved to Virginia. They bought a house in Front Royal thinking it would be their future for many years to come.
Together they shared nearly ten wonderful years of marriage, building a life filled with love, laughter, and unwavering devotion to one another. They enjoyed spending quiet evenings at home together, going on adventures, and playing with their dog.
Their song was “I’ll Have to Say I Love You in a Song” by Jim Croce. He was an old soul with a deep appreciation for classic music. The soundtrack for their lives was Fleetwood Mac and other 70s music. He had an eclectic collection of vintage records from decades ago. He also collected pocket knives – true to his Eagle Scout self, he was always prepared.
Jonathan was a self-proclaimed Star Wars nerd whose enthusiasm for the galaxy far, far away shaped his life. He was a rebel at heart; some of his rebellious moments include conducting Chinese Fire Drills with his friends in his minivan, and the untold antics of Boy Scout Camp that only his brothers know about.
Since moving to Virginia with Maggie, Jonathan worked at Lake Manassas Wegmans, where he formed lasting friendships with his coworkers and was appreciated for his kindness, dedication, and sense of humor. These many friends kept up a constant stream of visitors during his illness. He will be deeply missed by his Wegmans family.
Those who knew him best remember his character:
“He was the literal most genuinely kind person I know”
“He was one of the sweetest and kindest people I know”
“He was a truly good person. He helped everyone around him that needed it. A pure, honest soul.”
Jonathan is preceded in death by his father, Charles “Ticky” Henson, his grandfather, Donald Little, his beloved grandmother, Lois Payne, and brother Chuck Henson. Following his grandmother’s passing, Jonathan and Maggie welcomed her soul dog, Danni, into their home. She brightened their lives with her sweetness.
Left to cherish Jonathan’s memory are his loving wife, Maggie; his devoted mother, Donna Henson Cobb, and stepfather, Robert Cobb; his uncle, Donald “Rick” Little; his second mother, Lisa Mullen; his sister, Andrea (Andy) Hall; his niece, Callie Hall, his sister Carolyn (Tom) Caines, and many other extended family members. Jonathan’s canine best friend and son, Remus, will also miss him dearly.
He is also lovingly remembered by his in-laws, Eddie and Sharon Keefe, sisters-in-law Jenny (Davis) Frye, Katie (Mike) Cheeseman, and nieces Samantha and Lauren Baker.
Jonathan’s kindness, quiet strength, humor, and love for his family will forever remain in the hearts of all who knew him. Though his time here was far too short, the memories they created will sustain his family and friends.
Jonathan’s life will be celebrated with two gatherings. The first will be held Friday August 21, 2026, from noon to 6 p.m. at James Long Park in Haymarket, Virginia. At 3 p.m. there will be a “retirement ceremony” for Jonathan’s light saber. Guests are encouraged to honor Jonathan by wearing their favorite Star Wars attire and, if possible, a pair of checkered Vans.
A second celebration will take place on November 7, 2026 at 3 p.m. at Camp Arrowhead in Ona, West Virginia where he will be remembered among his Brothers in Scouting, lifelong friends, and the community he loved.
Jonathan believed that family, friendship, laughter, and kindness mattered most. His legacy lives on in every life he touched.
May the Force be with you…