Richard ""Bunky"" Allen Henson
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The family of Richard Allen "Bunky" Henson of Shawnee, OK is saddened to announce his passing on October 8, 2021 at the age of 79.
Bunky will be missed dearly by his wife of 54 years, Evie (Kosechata) Henson; son: Michael Henson of Yukon; daughters: Sueanna Jones and Deborah Driver of Marlow, Regina Bechtel of Duncan, Tiffani Webb of Shawnee; brothers: Charlie Tissychy of Lawton, Marty Goyea, Mike Ruiz, and Ernest Johnson of Texas; sisters: Charlotte Tissychy and Rosie Parker of Lawton; 13 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; as well as numerous relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Elsie Tissychy; brothers: Robert Tissychy and Dennis Tissychy; sisters: Judy Bryant and Nancy Watkin.
He graduated from Elgin High School and went on to receive his masters at Oklahoma University. He was employed with the U.S. Government. His hobbies and life interests included spending time with family, golfing, and watching the sooners play. He was a member of the Indian Golf Club. Bunky served in the Vietnam War as a Sargent in the U.S. Airforce. He served from November 12, 1963 to November 5, 1967 when he was honorably discharged.
Celebration of Life Service will Saturday October 16, 2021 at 10:00 A.M. Cameron University 501 SW University McCasland Ballroom 2nd Floor Lawton, Oklahoma. Graveside service will be at 1:00 P.M. at Otipoby Cemetery with Rev. Fred and Jan Tissychy officiating. Visitation will be Friday 2PM until 4:30 P.M. Friday October 15, 2021 at the funeral home.