HENLEY, James Everette

It is with very heavy hearts that we announce his passing on the evening of December 28, 2024, doing what he loved, taking care of the horses.
He was born in Chelsea on May 26, 1935 the only son of the late Walter and Mabel (Heim) Henley. He lived most of his life in the community where he was born, Chelsea. His second love after his family was horses. He started his working career working for his father who had a lumber mill on the farm. From there he moved on to operating heavy equipment, dozers, etc.; even working for several years in Frobisher Bay prepping the ground for major infrastructure. After returning home he worked on the construction of many of the highways that were built in the 70's and 80's around the province. Most years he could be found at the local exhibitions showing either saddle horses, when he was younger, and draft horses in later years. He last showed at the Queens County Fair this past September.
Survived by his wife of 34 years, Shirley (Ward Croft). Sons Joey (Cathy), Robbie (Tracy), Wade (Charlene), Rick (Barb); Daughters Brenda Croft, Sharon (Dwayne) Whynot. 8 Grandchildren and 13 Great Grandchildren. Besides his parents he was predeceased by his sister Marina and her husband Wilfred Mailman; Granddaughter Amanda Henley and Step Granddaughter Amanda Wamboldt.
There will be no service at this time. Arrangements are entrusted to R A Corkum Funeral Home, Wileville. Any donations may be made to the Queens County Fair, as per Everette's wishes, or a charity of your choice.