Deloris Jean Henley

Deloris Jean Henley, affectionately known as Jean, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2026, in Shepherdsville, KY, surrounded by the warm embrace of her loving family. Born on April 15, 1936, in Jeffersonville, IN, Jean lived a life marked by love, dedication, and a generous spirit that touched all who knew her.

Jean was a woman of many talents and passions. She worked diligently as a production worker in manufacturing, tirelessly ensuring her family was well provided for. Beyond her work, she was deeply cherished for her affectionate and warm-hearted nature, her honesty, and her unwavering loyalty as a devoted wife, beloved mother, compassionate grandmother, great-grandmother, and a devoted sister.

Her love for her family was reflected in every stitch of the quilts and clothing she lovingly sewed, the ceramics she carefully painted, and the countless hours she volunteered as a Sunday school teacher, nurturing the faith and spirits of the children she so dearly loved. Jean also enjoyed shopping, reading, and spending treasured moments with her family. Those who remember her fondly are touched by the vivid memory of how she would always dress up for special occasions, particularly for church on Sundays—a testament to her deep love for her faith and community.

Jean’s family and friends were central to her life. She is survived by her daughters Theresa L. (James) Gordon, Wanda J. (Robert) Mann, and Serena (Claude) Morris, and son, Michael Louis Henley, Sr. (Gloria); grandchildren Bobby (Nicole) Mann, Nathan Mann, Rachel (Ben) Henley, and Andrew (Lacey) Whitaker; and eight great-grandchildren who carry forward her legacy. She also leaves behind her brother Randy Griffin. Though she will be deeply missed, her family finds comfort in the enduring love and memories she has left behind.

Jean was preceded in death by her husband Louis Edward Henley.; son-in-law, Thomas Kane; grandson, Michael Louis Henley, Jr.; her two sisters; seven brothers; and her parents William Dudley Griffin and Collie Griffin.

In celebration of Jean’s life, visitation will be held at the Newcomer Funeral Home, Southern Indiana, located at 3309 Ballard Ln, New Albany, IN 47150, from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM on June 23, 2026, and again from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM on June 24, 2026. Her funeral service will follow on June 24 at 11:00 AM at the same location. Burial will take place at Silver Creek Cemetery in Sellersburg, IN, beginning at 12:30 PM.

Deloris Jean Henley’s life was a beautiful tapestry of kindness, faith, creativity, and steadfast devotion. Her memory will forever remain a blessing to all who knew her, a gentle reminder of a life well lived and deeply loved.

The family requests that donations in Jean's memory be made to Hosparus Health, in lieu of flowers.