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Julius Henderson, Jr.

05/05/1944 - 09/18/2026

Obituary For Julius Henderson, Jr.

Mr. Julius “Curlytop” Henderson Jr., 82 of Durham, NC was born May 5, 1944, in Wake County, NC to the late Julius Henderson Sr. and the late Susie B. Henderson-Jones.

“Curlytop” worked first on the family farm, then in pulpwood and later in brick masonry. When he left home, he followed his older brother, Thomas, to New Haven, CT. Brick masonry gave him the opportunity to travel to various states, but New Haven was always his favorite.Eventually, he moved back to Durham, NC. For the last couple of years, he lived at Eno Pointe Assisted Living and was loved by staff and his fellow residents. He was affectionately called JuJu by the staff. His compassion for people and his giving nature has left a mark there.

He answered God’s call on September 18, 2026, at the Treyburn Rehabilitation Center.

“Curlytop” leaves to cherish his memories, his baby girl, LaSonja Renee Henderson (Stacey) and one granddaughter, Keyonna Mathis, all of Riverdale, GA; five sisters, Ernestine (Eddie) Oliver, Lillie Knight and Beverly Zimmerman, all of Durham, NC; Linda Godwin of South Hampton, NJ; and Vivian Henderson of Lithonia, GA; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one daughter, Francine Henderson; one son, Kevin Henderson; two sisters, Allie G. Harris and Sulina Henderson; and five brothers, Arvid Henderson, Thomas Henderson, Odell Henderson Sr., Marvin Henderson Sr. and Alfred Henderson.

Memorial Service:
Friday, September 25,2026 | 1:00 PM | Holloway Memorial Funeral Home Inc | 2502 NC Hwy 55 | Durham, NC 27713

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Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult 🙏🏿 💔 time. Hold on to God's hands.

Shirley Ivory

Extremely sorry to hear of his passing. Extending my condolences to the family.

Phillis Moore

Offering our condolences to Renee & the Henderson family during this time of bereavement. Praying for comfort, strength & peace. 💜🙏🏽💜

Clarence & Edna Laster

So sorry for your loss Renee. I never met your father, but thank you Mr. Henderson for your beautiful daughter and so glad that she is a part of our family. Love, prayers and my deepest condolences to your family.

Dianne Sinkfield

My condolences to the Henderson family. My lifelong friend, growing up he was all the funny one, always kept you laughing and always had a smile on his face. He will be truly missed. In loving memory Earlie Jr. Jones.

Earlier Jones

My sincerest condolences to the family. May Julius rest in eternal peace. Charles Zimmerman Sr and family.

Charles Zimmerman Sr

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.