Wesley Hensley
April 18, 1946 ~ March 9, 2015
Funeral services for Wesley Pete Hensley, 68, of Ore City, will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, March 13, 2015 at the First United Methodist Church with Pastor Doug Smith and Bro. Wayne McKay officiating. Burial will follow at Ore City Cemetery under the direction of Reeder-Davis Funeral Home in Ore City. Wesley was born April 18, 1946 in Phoenix, Arizona and passed away March 9, 2015 at a Longview hospital. He worked for AT&T for 38 years in the Dallas and Mineola areas. He was a member of the Mineola Masonic Lodge #502, and was the current Worshipful Master of the Ore City Masonic Lodge #1364, as well as a member of Ore City Chapter 1033 Order of Eastern Star. He loved to hunt and fish and was a member of First United Methodist Church of Ore City. He was preceded in death by his parents, Grover Pa and Letha Ma Hensley. He is survived by his wife, Tashia Hensley; three sons, Erick Hensley of Flint, TX, Michael Hensley and wife Caitlin of Bossier City, LA, and Kevin Hensley of Mineola, TX; two daughters, Christine Dorn and husband Tim of Fletcher, NC and Maria Hensley of Tyler, TX; one step-son, Rhett Jackson and wife Mary of Kansas City, MO; three step-daughters, Chrissy Bamburg of Mineola, TX, JoAnn Sipes of Ore City, TX, and Aimee Turner and husband Clark of Three Way, TN; two brothers, Leonard Hensley and wife Jane of Mineola, TX and Randall Hensley and wife Wanda of Youngstown, FL; two sisters, Karen Maynard and husband Bill of Alba, TX and Darlene Riley of Yantis, TX; as well as 16 grandchildren, who lovingly called him Pa, Michael, Tanner, Nicole, Leah, Katie, Timmy, Anna, Bexley, Kynlea, Karlea, Dexter, Felix, Jackson, Jerri, Alex and Samuel. There will be a time of visitation from 6 until 8 Thursday evening at the funeral home.
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Wesley or Wes, was always known to my family as Pete. Picked up that nick name as a young boy, as I recall. I hunted, fished and rode 4 wheelers with Pete over the past several years. We also spent many days and nights together singing in a gospel quarter, the Fishermen. I have never known a finer friend or man. He cared deeply for all his extended family and will truly be missed.
As I read the email notice I just received, my first thought was how much I did not know about this lovely man! For instance, I didn't know where he was born or that people call him "Pete". But what I do know that he thought donuts were a great breakfast at deer camp! He was loyal, loving and gentle. He was a great singer for our choir and he loved my "first cousin and first best friend" Tashia more than anything in the world and took such good care of her and our family. He was so special. He will be so missed!Love to all,Alishia
I did not know Wes, but I know he was very special in the lives of Jerri and JoAnn. Prayers are with the family.
Erick,We are so sorry about your dad's passing. We are praying for your family.God bless! Larry & Liz
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Praying for His presence and healing during this time of sorrow. Our Emmaus Brother will be sorely missed.With deepest sympathy,Bruce & Babby CarrollKilgore, TexasGRACE Emmaus Friends
I knew Pete when I was in high school and he was in grade school. Randell and I were best friends so I was at there home a lot. I remember Pete would come home after school and bake a cake. Good memories.Charles
Wesley and I grew up together. He live across the street. I never had a brother but Wesley was close back then. We shared a lot of good times. And, I have only happy memories of our friendship.
Rest in peace. Good friend, good mason, fantastic employee, and a wonderful dad to his kids, grandkids, and step kids.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all….JoAnn and Jerri, remember that he is in the gentle arms of God now and will be watching over you with love –
Tashia and family Our*thoughts and prayers are*with youall . l
Yamaha, my heart goes out to you.
Tashia, please accept our deepest condolences. If you need any assistance of any kind we will more than glad to help!
My thoughts and prayer are with the family. Rest in peace.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I remember Mr. Hensley as a really nice man; always pleasant. He always waved at me when he'd see me out and about. He will be missed.
Special letter of Comfort to Michael Hensley and the entire Hensley Family,The men and women of the Barksdale Air Force Base Weapons Community send our deepest condolences on the passing of your father, Pete Hensley. We hope that all the fond memories and warm wishes of your friends and family will wrap you tightly in comfort and soothe your grief. Its said that every father should remember, one day his son will follow his example instead of his advice. We take heart in knowing your integrity, strength and dedication are reflections of his life lessons to you. Know that your friends are praying for you and stand ready to aid you in any way we can. Our deepest sympathies,Weapons Standardization and Weapons Sections.
Its Monday after Petes funeral that I didnt get to attend and Im still in shock that I will never see his sweet face again. I havent seen Pete in a while but my memories are as clear as ever. He was such a large fiqure in my childhood and beyond. I spent most everyday with Christie. Pete and Judy just always let her take me along with them wherever they went. If it had not been for them allowing me to become part of their family I would never had all the wonderful experiences I had growing up and I wouldnt have had a Grandma and Grandpa (Ma and Pa). All the church trips Pete chaperoned all the family camping trips and family reuniuns. Pete always gave all of himself to everyone and cared deeply for his kids and grandkids. He took us all in and he will be missed sooooo very much. I Love You Pete. Tell Ma and Pa I love them and I will see you all in heaven someday.
My sympathies to Pete Hensleys family and friends: Ecclesiastes 3:12 tells us that 'there is nothing better than to rejoice and do good during ones life': May Almighty Gods loving-kindness comfort you as you celebrate Petes life: Psalm 119:76