She was a longtime customer service employee of Akin Industries and member of First Presbyterian Church. She was also preceded in death by her grandparents, Leroy and Maggie Ogles. Gloria enjoyed going to Branson, taking her mother to the beach, being with her friends but, her greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren.
Survivors include her husband, Carl Hensley of Monticello; two sons, Brian Lee Hensley of Monticello and Eric Jason Hensley and wife Kimberley of Jonesboro; three grandchildren, Allannah Hensley, Brian Lee Hensley, Jr. and Joni Rose; one great granddaughter, Aubrey Kennedy; along with numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Funeral service will be 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 2, 2021, at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Chapel. Covid-19 guidelines will be enforced. Burial will be in Lone Sassafras Cemetery. A come-and-go viewing will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Monday evening at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Condolences(9)
Andy Briant
Monticello, AR Wednesday, February 3, 2021 Carl and family: So sorry to hear of Mrs. Gloria's passing. Prayers for your peace and comfort at this sad time.Denise Adams
Monticello, AR Wednesday, February 3, 2021 I'm so sorry to hear of Gloria's death. I always felt uplifted when I was in her presence. She had a beautiful smile every time I saw her. You have my deepest sympathy.Denise Adams (former First Presbyterian secretary)
Gail Doss
Wilmar, AR Tuesday, February 2, 2021 Prayers for your family.Mary Kathryne CROOK Burton
Monticello, AR Tuesday, February 2, 2021 I remember you guys very well (Didn;t I teach Carl 1 year?). I thought so much of both of you. So sorry about Gloria. Kathryne & Kenneth.We loved your Mom, Gloria.
SUSIE CHADWICK
Wilmar, AR Monday, February 1, 2021 JUDY, CARL AND FAMILY, MY HEART IS BREAKING FOR YOU ALL. GLORIA WAS SO SWEET AND WAS THE SAME WHENEVER YOU SAW HER. MAY GOD WRAP HIS LOVING ARMS AROUND EACH OF YOU AT THIS SAD TIME. MY LOVE TO EACH ONE OF YOU.Betty Sue Timmons
Dumas, AR Monday, February 1, 2021 May God give you comfort and peace at this sad time. I love you Carl and family.Sherry O'Neill-Rawls
, AR Monday, February 1, 2021 Carl Dean & Family; I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I know there are no words to say that will ease your grief. I can only pray that God will wrap his loving arms around you & comfort you. I know this will be the hardest trial this life has given you & I pray God will give you the strength to endure this tragic loss. I would love to tell you that time will ease your pain....it will not. But time will blunt the sharp edges & help you learn to deal with it. Gloria was a beautiful person & loved by many. But the love between the two of you, Carl, will never die. You had something very special, & she waits for you on the other side.Debra Kelly
Denver, CO Monday, February 1, 2021 Carl, I'm so sorry that Gloria is gone - much too soon. What a courageous battle you guys fought! Prayers for all of you in finding peace and comfort in such a heartbreaking time. May her memory bring you comfort and joy until you meet again.Richard Akin
Monticello, AR Sunday, January 31, 2021 I remember when I hired Gloria in Oct. 1985. She was a great help to me.