Oleta M. Hensley, of Billings, passed away Oct. 5, 2003, at home with her husband at her side. After battling a long illness, she is finally at peace.
Oleta was born April 25, 1920, in Oilton, Okla., to Ed and Minnie Blankenship. Her father Ed worked with Mobil Oil for 40 years. Her only sibling, Jack, was killed in a plane crash in WWII. She met Clifton Hensley in 1939. He was a flight instructor during the war. They married on Feb. 11, 1941. She and Clifton moved to Cody, Wyo., in 1944, and fell in love with the western lifestyle and the beautiful mountains. They eventually moved to Billings, where Clifton worked for Continental Oil and raised their two children.
Oleta was part of a bowling league, dabbled in painting, made beautiful crocheted blankets, taught Sunday School for 20 years and was an active member of the Billings Church of Christ. Her devotion to the Lord and her strong faithful example helped lead many souls to Christ.
After Clifton retired, they spent many wonderful years at their cabin in Red Lodge and camping in the Beartooths and Yellowstone Park.
Oleta lived life to the fullest, loved her family and was a spiritual inspiration to all who knew her. Even in the face of hardship and pain, she still managed to keep her sense of humor.
We will remember her when we see a beautiful sunset, take a drive to see the changing of the leaves, look at the clouds and see animals, take a walk in the mountains with our walking sticks, when we eat a good sandwich and piece of pie, hear a beautiful hymn, read a certain scripture and look into the eyes of our children. These are some of the things she loved. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her but she will live on in our hearts. "We love you, Nana. See you soon."
Oleta was preceded in death by her brother Jack and her parents.
She is survived by her husband who cared for her for many years; her son of Casper, Wyo.; her daughter of Thermopolis, Wyo.; her five grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
A celebration of her life will be held at the Billings Church of Christ, 10th and Alderson, on Oct. 9, at 11 a.m., with a reception following the service at the church. Memorials may be made to Big Sky Hospice.
Cremation arrangements were by Cremation or Funeral Gallery.
Published by Billings Gazette on Oct. 6, 2003.
Obituary edited for privacy.
Oleta was born April 25, 1920, in Oilton, Okla., to Ed and Minnie Blankenship. Her father Ed worked with Mobil Oil for 40 years. Her only sibling, Jack, was killed in a plane crash in WWII. She met Clifton Hensley in 1939. He was a flight instructor during the war. They married on Feb. 11, 1941. She and Clifton moved to Cody, Wyo., in 1944, and fell in love with the western lifestyle and the beautiful mountains. They eventually moved to Billings, where Clifton worked for Continental Oil and raised their two children.
Oleta was part of a bowling league, dabbled in painting, made beautiful crocheted blankets, taught Sunday School for 20 years and was an active member of the Billings Church of Christ. Her devotion to the Lord and her strong faithful example helped lead many souls to Christ.
After Clifton retired, they spent many wonderful years at their cabin in Red Lodge and camping in the Beartooths and Yellowstone Park.
Oleta lived life to the fullest, loved her family and was a spiritual inspiration to all who knew her. Even in the face of hardship and pain, she still managed to keep her sense of humor.
We will remember her when we see a beautiful sunset, take a drive to see the changing of the leaves, look at the clouds and see animals, take a walk in the mountains with our walking sticks, when we eat a good sandwich and piece of pie, hear a beautiful hymn, read a certain scripture and look into the eyes of our children. These are some of the things she loved. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her but she will live on in our hearts. "We love you, Nana. See you soon."
Oleta was preceded in death by her brother Jack and her parents.
She is survived by her husband who cared for her for many years; her son of Casper, Wyo.; her daughter of Thermopolis, Wyo.; her five grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
A celebration of her life will be held at the Billings Church of Christ, 10th and Alderson, on Oct. 9, at 11 a.m., with a reception following the service at the church. Memorials may be made to Big Sky Hospice.
Cremation arrangements were by Cremation or Funeral Gallery.
Published by Billings Gazette on Oct. 6, 2003.
Obituary edited for privacy.
Oleta M. Hensley, of Billings, passed away Oct. 5, 2003, at home with her husband at her side. After battling a long illness, she is finally at peace.
Oleta was born April 25, 1920, in Oilton, Okla., to Ed and Minnie Blankenship. Her father Ed worked with Mobil Oil for 40 years. Her only sibling, Jack, was killed in a plane crash in WWII. She met Clifton Hensley in 1939. He was a flight instructor during the war. They married on Feb. 11, 1941. She and Clifton moved to Cody, Wyo., in 1944, and fell in love with the western lifestyle and the beautiful mountains. They eventually moved to Billings, where Clifton worked for Continental Oil and raised their two children.
Oleta was part of a bowling league, dabbled in painting, made beautiful crocheted blankets, taught Sunday School for 20 years and was an active member of the Billings Church of Christ. Her devotion to the Lord and her strong faithful example helped lead many souls to Christ.
After Clifton retired, they spent many wonderful years at their cabin in Red Lodge and camping in the Beartooths and Yellowstone Park.
Oleta lived life to the fullest, loved her family and was a spiritual inspiration to all who knew her. Even in the face of hardship and pain, she still managed to keep her sense of humor.
We will remember her when we see a beautiful sunset, take a drive to see the changing of the leaves, look at the clouds and see animals, take a walk in the mountains with our walking sticks, when we eat a good sandwich and piece of pie, hear a beautiful hymn, read a certain scripture and look into the eyes of our children. These are some of the things she loved. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her but she will live on in our hearts. "We love you, Nana. See you soon."
Oleta was preceded in death by her brother Jack and her parents.
She is survived by her husband who cared for her for many years; her son of Casper, Wyo.; her daughter of Thermopolis, Wyo.; her five grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
A celebration of her life will be held at the Billings Church of Christ, 10th and Alderson, on Oct. 9, at 11 a.m., with a reception following the service at the church. Memorials may be made to Big Sky Hospice.
Cremation arrangements were by Cremation or Funeral Gallery.
Published by Billings Gazette on Oct. 6, 2003.
Obituary edited for privacy.
Oleta was born April 25, 1920, in Oilton, Okla., to Ed and Minnie Blankenship. Her father Ed worked with Mobil Oil for 40 years. Her only sibling, Jack, was killed in a plane crash in WWII. She met Clifton Hensley in 1939. He was a flight instructor during the war. They married on Feb. 11, 1941. She and Clifton moved to Cody, Wyo., in 1944, and fell in love with the western lifestyle and the beautiful mountains. They eventually moved to Billings, where Clifton worked for Continental Oil and raised their two children.
Oleta was part of a bowling league, dabbled in painting, made beautiful crocheted blankets, taught Sunday School for 20 years and was an active member of the Billings Church of Christ. Her devotion to the Lord and her strong faithful example helped lead many souls to Christ.
After Clifton retired, they spent many wonderful years at their cabin in Red Lodge and camping in the Beartooths and Yellowstone Park.
Oleta lived life to the fullest, loved her family and was a spiritual inspiration to all who knew her. Even in the face of hardship and pain, she still managed to keep her sense of humor.
We will remember her when we see a beautiful sunset, take a drive to see the changing of the leaves, look at the clouds and see animals, take a walk in the mountains with our walking sticks, when we eat a good sandwich and piece of pie, hear a beautiful hymn, read a certain scripture and look into the eyes of our children. These are some of the things she loved. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her but she will live on in our hearts. "We love you, Nana. See you soon."
Oleta was preceded in death by her brother Jack and her parents.
She is survived by her husband who cared for her for many years; her son of Casper, Wyo.; her daughter of Thermopolis, Wyo.; her five grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
A celebration of her life will be held at the Billings Church of Christ, 10th and Alderson, on Oct. 9, at 11 a.m., with a reception following the service at the church. Memorials may be made to Big Sky Hospice.
Cremation arrangements were by Cremation or Funeral Gallery.
Published by Billings Gazette on Oct. 6, 2003.
Obituary edited for privacy.
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