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Lorita Hensley Obituary

Hensley Lorita "Rita" Mae Hensley, 57, of Columbus, went home to be with the Lord on January 23, 2017. Daughter of Bill and Juanita Stevens, loving wife of James Ernest Hensley, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family and friends after a long battle with brain cancer. She is survived by her loving parents, Bill and Juanita Stevens; and loving husband, James Ernest Hensley of 41 years; three children, Amanda (Danny) Hanson, Ashley Hensley, Jimmy Hensley; four grandchildren, Hannah, Summer, Mia, and Ethan; sister, Regina (Tom) Asher; brothers, Tim (Janice) Stevens, Leon (Jenny) Stevens; and many nieces, nephews and friends. Lorita loved staying home and taking care of her family. She was a long time member of South Columbus Freewill Baptist Church where she was loved by many. She will be greatly missed. Visitation will be Thursday, January 26, 2017 from 2 p.m. until time of service Friday at 1 p.m. at South Columbus Freewill Baptist Church, 632 Hilock Rd., Columbus. Pastor Tim Stevens officiating. Interment Harrison Township Cemetery, Ashville, Ohio. Arrangements with O.R. WOODYARD CO. Share memories at orwoodyard.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jan. 24 to Jan. 25, 2017.

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Edwin Hayes

January 29, 2017

On behalf of the Ohio State Association of Free Will Baptists we offer our condolences to the Stevens and Hensley families. Sister Lorita left a great testimony of faith and courage. She will be missed.
You will be in our prayers.
Rev. Edwin Hayes
Ohio State Association of Free Will Baptists

Penny Eastman

January 28, 2017

So sorry for your loss

Tasha Mohler

January 27, 2017

Hi mama. I love you, you raised a good boy and I promise to always stay close to him and love him. Have fun in heaven enjoy your new body. With no sickness and long beautiful hair. Lol . Muhhh

Denise Parker (Hawthorne)

January 26, 2017

Ernie (Shorty), I am so sorry for your loss... She was such a fun and energetic person. The last time i saw you guys in Bob Evans she had the biggest smile on her face telling me how God was helping her through the cancer. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Rene Conn

January 26, 2017

Tim and family, I am so saddened by your loss. We are praying for peace and comfort to you and your family.

Rene Conn
Postmaster of Grove City

Raynae Shortridge

January 25, 2017

Rita was a huge part of my life growing up , there wasn't anything she wouldn't do for us girls who grew up with jimmy .. Every morning she would talk to us girls and tell us story's before catching the bus or walking to school !!! Rita I will remember our conversations forever and I will always love you !!
Rest easy in heaven

January 25, 2017

Ashley and Jimmy, I am thinking of you guys today and my heart goes out to your family. Your mom was so sweet. Hugs and prayers, Debbie Holliday.

Brandy, Richard, Brianna, Aaron and Joshua Salyers

January 25, 2017

Hensley family, We are so sorry for your loss , Rita was an amazing woman who made sure you always knew anything was possible with God , if she said she was going to pray for you , you knew she really was going to pray for you , she had a heart of gold , we will miss her kind , sweet soul may she rest in peace . We will forever remember you Coach Mawmaw , ❤

lyle fletcher

January 25, 2017

God bless you all at your time of sorrow.

Rhoda Scase

January 25, 2017

My prayers are with your family...I only had the pleasure of meeting you once bit you were an amazing woman..RIP...

Jack & Lois Calhoun

January 25, 2017

Our love and prayers to all the family. May God comfort you in knowing she may not be here, but she is with Him and no longer sick but wearing that beautiful smile, just waiting to see you all again when the Lord returns to take us Home.

Jack & Lois Calhoun

January 25, 2017

Our love and prayers to Ernie, and all the family. Lorita will be out of our site for a short while, but what a sight she must be viewing now! The real Lorita is enjoying the Paradise of God, and is waiting for all of her family and friends to join her when the Lord returns to take us back with Him. May God comfort you with knowing, even though she isn't here, she is over Home, no longer sick, but waiting with that beautiful smile to see you again.

Della Massie

January 25, 2017

Lorita was one of the first person to make me feel welcomed at our church. She always had a smile and a kind word. During her illness she showed me how to face your problems with faith. She always let her light shine.

Sherri and Bob Bethel

January 25, 2017

Rita was such a blessing and inspiration. Her love for the Lord was so strong and she shared it with everyone she came in contact with. We will be praying for each of you through this hard time, but just remember Rita is rejoicing with Jesus and I have no doubt that she will be watching over each of you every day. Much love and prayers.

Bob Hoover

January 25, 2017

I'm so sorry to hear this news , may God Bless her Soul and may God Bless your Family

Jessica Mckee

January 25, 2017

Jimmy, Ashley and Ernie,

I've have known this family for many years... my heart just breaks into a million pieces hearing this news. Rita was an amazing woman. She was always filled with joy, smiles and laughter. She knew how to brighten up anyone's day that she came in contact with. I remember the last time I saw her she gave me her phone number and told me to message her anytime. And she had an ear to listen. She will never be forgotten. I love you all. I'm so sorry for your loss. I will be thinking of you all in this time of need.

Crissy Lopp

January 25, 2017

I continue to keep you all in prayer. May God comfort you with the peace only He can provide.

January 25, 2017

The Lord shall keep you in his hands. Are Prayers are with you and your family.Cindy and Betty Conn. xoxo

January 25, 2017

Prayers the lord will be with you and your family. The lord shall guide you. Betty and Cindy Conn. xoxo

January 25, 2017

Dear Ernie and Family,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family about your loving wife Lorita.
Sincerely, the girls at Cook Vandergrift, Laura, CC, and Adele.

January 25, 2017

Doris Duimstra.
I only talked with her a few times but she was a joy to be around. Prayers to her family.

Lorraine Ross

January 25, 2017

We send our deepest sympathy to the family.

Dora Malyk
Lorraine (Malyk) Ross

Cathy Vandewalle

January 25, 2017

Juanita and family, I am so sorry to hear about your lovely daughter. I hope it brings you comfort knowing she is with the lord. Hugs to you!

Lisa Smith

January 25, 2017

So sorry. Thought and prayers go out to you and your family.

S&M Adkins

January 25, 2017

Jimmy, please accept our deepest condolences. I know how much she meant to you. We love you!

Marleen Westrick

January 25, 2017

May you find comfort in the memories of your mother.

January 25, 2017

Godspeed Lorita. Prayers for the family.

Patty Iddings-Riley

January 25, 2017

Deepest Sympathies to the family. I went to school with Lorita.

Carrie Alyssa and Sam Taylor

January 25, 2017

Rita was an amazing woman. She left a permanent mark on my heart. Will forever remember you Coach Mawmaw❤

Bridget Kitchen

January 24, 2017

Sorry to hear of Lorita passing. In younger days I attended church and vbs with the Stevens (Lorita aunt, uncle and cousins), was babysitter for her cousins and went to Franklin Heights with her. I know this was a close family. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Maurica Kimbler

January 24, 2017

Amanda I am so sorry for your loss. Your mother was such a loving person and I know she will be missed.

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