Billy Hensley Obituary
Mr. Hensley was born July 11, 1927, in Iron City, Tenn. He was the only son of Mr. and Mrs. H.W. Hensley. After graduating from Collinwood High School, he joined the U.S. Army. He was stationed in Japan under the-command of Gen. Douglas MacArthur.
In 1947, Mr. Hensley and his father began a lumber business on Chisholm Road. Together, they built many homes in Florence. Mr. Hensley studied construction and real estate development, and graduated from Harvard School of Business. He remained active in his business until shortly before his death.
He was a faithful and active member of Highland Baptist Church.
In January 1949, Billy married the love of his life, Martha Ann Morgan. Together, they had two daughters, Deborah Hensley Graves and Betty Hensley Thompson.
Mr. Hensley will be remembered as a loving Christian son, husband, father and friend. He was devoted to his family and community. He was quiet by nature, but always there to listen.
Visitation for family and friends was Tuesday evening, April 24, 2007, from 6-9 p.m. at Greenview Funeral Home. The funeral service will be Wednesday, April 25, 2007, at noon at Highland Baptist Church, with the Rev. John Brock officiating. Burial will follow in the Hensley family cemetery. The body will be placed in the church one hour before service time.
Mr. Hensley was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Martha Ann Morgan Hensley; and a sister, Bobbie Hensley Hurt.
He is survived by his daughters, Deborah Graves and her husband, Roy, and Betty Thompson and her husband, Troy; sister, Martha Hensley Surratt; grandsons, Billy Thompson, Ben Graves and wife, Mindi, John Thompson and wife, Scarlett, Britt Graves and Davis Graves; one great-granddaughter, Bonnie Thompson.
Pallbearers will be Billy Thompson, Ben Graves, John Thompson, Britt Graves, Davis Graves, Thomas Surratt Jr. and Jay Hurt.
Special thanks to Dr. Felgner, Dr. Webb, the staff of ECM and Columbia College and Hospice of the Shoals.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Highland Baptist Church or to the Salvation Army.
Greenview Funeral Home, of Florence, is directing.
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Billy Carpenter
May 2, 2007
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
He was a friend.
Debbie Mullins Oaks
April 25, 2007
Debbie,
Mom and Dad called me tonight and told me of your dad's passing. I am so sorry to hear the news. I have very fond memories of him and the fun times I had being with your family. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. I love you!
patricia berry
April 24, 2007
i was saddened by the news of mr hensleys passing. i know his sister martha quite well. my thoughts and prayers are with you.with love, patty berry
Jessica King
April 24, 2007
I am sorry to hear of Mr. Hensley's death. I am a good friend of Scarlett and I know that he meant a lot to her and John and their family. Your family will be in our prayers. May the angels fly his soul to heaven and he rest in peace.
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Kellie King
April 24, 2007
Mr. Hensley will always be remembered for all he has done for the Florence Area and for his kind heart. His entire Family will be in my thoughts and Prayers.
Susan (Hall) McCord
April 24, 2007
Saddened for your loss..
Debbie, and Martha S., please know in the days ahead, your family will be in my prayers..
Martine Wilson
April 24, 2007
I am saddened to hear of Mr. Hensley's death. I have respected and admired him for years. I had the privaledge of knowing Mr. Hensley when he was caregiving for his wife, Martha Ann and during the many years he visited his mother Edna Hensley in the nursing home. He was a generous and giving man, never hesitating to give for good causes such as Alzheimer's education and advocacy. He understood the struggle of the caregiver. I will miss Mr. Hensley and I am proud to have known him. May each of your loving memories keep him close in your heart always.
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