Beloved Texas Man Daleton Linn Henry Passes Away at 61

Daleton Henry, a devoted family man and longtime law enforcement officer, is remembered for his compassion and love of the outdoors.

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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Daleton Linn Henry, a 61-year-old resident of Liberty, Texas, passed away on March 4, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Henry was a longtime Harris County Sheriff's Office officer who later found joy working at various dump truck companies. He was known for his passions, including hunting, singing country music, and cherishing time with his large, close-knit family.

Why it matters

Daleton Henry's passing marks the loss of a beloved community member and family patriarch whose life was defined by service, hard work, and unwavering devotion to his loved ones. His story highlights the importance of family, faith, and finding purpose through one's work and hobbies, even in the face of life's challenges.

The details

Daleton Henry dedicated many years of his life to serving as a police officer for the Harris County Sheriff's Office. After that, he found a new passion working at various dump truck companies. In his free time, Daleton enjoyed hunting deer in the woods and performing country music at local honky-tonks. He was a loving father to four children and a doting grandfather to seven grandchildren, with one more on the way.

  • Daleton Linn Henry passed away on March 4, 2026.
  • Daleton was born on December 14, 1964.

The players

Daleton Linn Henry

A 61-year-old resident of Liberty, Texas, who dedicated his life to law enforcement, family, and his many passions.

Colby Henry

Daleton's son.

Carson Henry

Daleton's son.

Heather Brown

Daleton's daughter.

Maegan Henry

Daleton's daughter.

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What’s next

Friends and family are invited to honor and celebrate Daleton's remarkable life during the visitation at Batson Prairie Baptist Church in Batson, Texas, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM on March 9, 2026. The funeral service will follow at 3:00 PM with Pastor Tolbert Hudspeth and Pastor Talon Weaver officiating, and he will be laid to rest in Guedry Cemetery at 4:00 PM the same day.

The takeaway

Daleton Henry's life was a testament to the power of family, community, and finding joy in one's work and hobbies. His passing is a profound loss for those who knew him, but his legacy of love and compassion will continue to inspire all who were fortunate enough to have him in their lives.