TBA Law Blog


Posted by: Julia Wilburn on Mar 21, 2023

John Hughes Henderson, Jr. died March 16 in Franklin. He was 87. Henderson received his law degree from Vanderbilt University in 1961, and as a third generation lawyer, practiced law in Tennessee for 45 years, the last 17 as district public defender for the 21st Judicial District covering Hickman, Lewis, Perry and Williamson counties. In addition, he served in a number of leadership positions in the profession, including time on the TBA Board of Governors. Henderson was admitted to practice law in both Tennessee and Mississippi and retired in 2006. A memorial service will be held on March 30 at 3 p.m. CDT at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 510 W. Main St., in Franklin. Visitation and reception will be in Otey Hall at the church following the memorial service. Burial will be in a columbarium at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church’s historical committee or a charity of your choice. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.crawfordservices.com.