Jesse Henderson

Mr. Jesse Alvin Henderson, passed away on October 16, 2026 in Madison, Indiana at the Norton King's Daughters' Health Hospital. He was born on November 22, 1971 to Jessie Allen Stump and adopted mother Linda Ellen Wall Henderson. Jesse was a resident of Jefferson County for most of his life and embraced a life of independence and service to others. He was self-employed, having worked in scrap metal for most of his life, until an ATV accident a few years prior. Despite this setback, Jesse continued to touch lives with his generosity and sense of humor. He was an avid fisherman, a devoted caretaker to his 13-year-old dog, Angel, and always ready to lend a helping hand to anyone in need.

Jesse is survived by his children, Jesse Henderson (Jenna) of Milton, Kentucky, Jessica Henderson (Conner) of Hanover, Indiana, Zoey Henderson of Madison, Indiana and Destiny Henderson (Casey) of Madison, Indiana; his step-children Noah Etzwiler of Madison, Indiana and Linda Etzwiler of Hanover, Indiana; his grandchild Nova Henderson; his mother Linda Ellen Wall Henderson of Cynthiana, Kentucky; his life partner Julie Gorrell Henderson; his brothers Clarence Henderson of Taunton, Massachusetts and David Henderson of Taunton, Massachusetts; his sisters Jeanette Gravel of Taunton, Massachusetts and Erin Henderson of Villa Hills, Kentucky; his several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Jesse is preceded in death by his father Jessie Allen Stump; his mothers late husband who helped raise him Clarence William Henderson; his brothers Joshua Stump and William Painter; his sister Jessica Randall; his uncle Joe Stump.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 22, 2026 from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at the Morgan & Nay Funeral Centre, 325 Demaree Drive, Madison, Indiana, 47250. We invite all who knew and loved Jesse to join us in celebrating his life and sharing cherished memories.

Memorial contributions can be made at the link below the obituary to the Jesse Henderson Funeral Expense Fund.

We encourage all attendees to share photos and leave memories on Jesse's memorial page.