Holly Henson

Holly Lee Henson, 51, of Danville, wife of Tom Hanson, died Sunday, May 27, 2012 at her residence. 

Born July 19, 1960, in Danville, she was the daughter of Charlotte Hutchison Henson and the late Eben Henson. She graduated from Danville High School and attended Stephens College of Columbia, Mo. She was a stand-up comedienne and became executive artistic director of Pioneer Playhouse after the death of her father in 2005. 

In addition to her mother and husband, she is survived by two brothers, Eben (Janet)Henson of Danville and Robby (Lin) Henson of Santa Monica, Calif.; a sister, Heather (Tim Ungs) Henson of Harrodsburg; a brother-in-law, three sisters-in law and several nieces and nephews.