Mr. Joseph “Joe” Franklin Hensley, 71, passed away December 06, 2020. He was born in Greenville, Tennessee and resided in Hendersonville, NC for over 57 years. He is predeceased by his parents, Joseph Ervin and Celia Hensley, a son Joseph Allen Hensley, and many brothers and sisters.
Joe, affectionately known as “Baw-Baw” to his grand and great grandchildren, enjoyed hunting, fishing, reading, and watching westerns. Most of all, he cherished the time he spent with his family, who are grateful for his love and guidance.
He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Coleen Turner Hensley; a daughter Teresa Hensley Norris (Scott); two sons, Eric Hensley (Wendy) and Shannon Hensley (Angelea). His brother, Roy Ricker. He has 9 grandchildren- Cara Norris (Henry), Zachary Hensley (Katilyn), Cassidy Browning (Joshua), Sidney Hensley, Isabella Hensley, Lillianna Hensley, Sullivan Hensley, Erika Whitaker and Densen Whitaker. 5 Great-Grandchildren: Carma Coates, Colton Coates, Liam Hensley, Jewelianna Browning and Paisley Whitaker, one brother Roy Ricker and several nieces and nephews.
Family and friends are invited to Jackson Funeral Home Friday, December 11, 2020 at 12:30 pm, funeral services at 2 pm, and a graveside service at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Hendersonville, NC. The Reverend Robin Morrow will be officiating.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.jacksonfuneralservice.com or to PO Box 945 Hendersonville, NC 28793.