of Hickory Flat, AR
November 13, 1927 - June 13, 2021
Shelby "Lineous" Hensley, 93, of Hickory Flat, passed peacefully from this life on Sunday, June 13, 2021, at 3:07 P.M., surrounded by family. Lineous was born November 13, 1927, to Frank and Lizzie Hensley of Hickory Flat, the seventh of eight children. He attended school at Hickory Flat and Pleasant Plains before graduating from Pangburn High School in 1945. He was a farmer who raised numerous types of produce for market. He also raised livestock and operated a country grocery store for many years.
Lineous is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Nora (Barnett) Hensley, who passed in 2010 after 60 years of marriage. He is also preceded in death by: his parents and seven siblings; a daughter, Carol Troop of Letona; two grandchildren, Brittany Hensley of Hickory Flat and Kyle Lipscomb of Reno, Texas; one great-grandchild, Faith Smallwood of Powderly, Texas; and two sons- in-law, Gary Watson of Hickory Flat and James Lipscomb of Reno, Texas.
Lineous is survived by seven children: Kathryn Perry (Glenn) of Hickory Flat; Ramona Watson of Hickory Flat; Donna Nelson (Dennis) of Kensett; Dorothy Lipscomb of Reno, Texas; Alice Kennedy (Mitch) of Batesville; Ben Hensley (Debbie) of Hickory Flat; and Adrian Hensley (Sandy) of Pangburn. He is also survived by: one son-in-law, Michael Troop of Conway, 14 grandchildren, and 21 great-grandchildren.
A celebration of Lineous' life will be held Thursday, June 17, at 10:00 A.M. at the Olive Branch Cemetery in Hickory Flat. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Olive Branch Cemetery, c/o Roger Pate, 595 McJester Road, Pangburn, Arkansas, 72121
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18 Condolence(s)
Chris & Rita Johnson
Wednesday, July 7, 2021
To the family and loved ones of Lineous Hensley, we offer our condolences and prayers. May the peace of God that passes all understanding keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus our Lord and Saviour. May your memories bring you joy and laughter during the difficult times.
Sincerely,
Chris & Rita (Curd) Johnson
Tammy Moffitt
Friday, June 18, 2021
So sorry for your loss, sending up praying for your family during this difficult time. Hugs, Love, Tammy Fisher Moffitt
Brian Troop
Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Grandpa I love you to the moon and back I'm so sad you've left us but I'm so full of joy that your with Mom and Grandma again I wish I couldve seen your face when she ran up and hugged you saying "welcome home"
Freda and Danny Vinson
Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Just letting you all know that your in our our prayers. We have some good memories of your loved one. So thankful for the long prosperous life he had.
Freda and Danny Vinson
Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Just letting you all know that your in our our prayers. We have some good memories of your loved one. So thankful for the long prosperous life he had. On
Del and Glenda Rannals
Wednesday, June 16, 2021
When your heat is empty, filling it with happy memories can help.
Sorry we can't be there. You are in our prayers.
Love, Del and Glenda
Jo Ann Bolton
Wednesday, June 16, 2021
''I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you.'' John 14:18. Praying for my friend Dot and family… that the Great Comforter will wrap you up in His arms and give you comfort and peace that only He can give. My heart is hurting for you and your family. Sending prayers.
Cynthia Brown
Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Psalms 28:7
The Lord is my strength and shield; My heart trusteth in him and I am helped.
Praying God's word over this beautiful family, that the Lord will give you strength in the days to come. My heart is with you all, and with my dear friend, Dot. May God be near the broken-hearted and help you all through this difficult time of loss. ðŸ™
Dovie Barnett Gagen
Tuesday, June 15, 2021
Sorry for our Loss. he was a very much a part of our family. Ii will miss him .
Alan Hyman
Tuesday, June 15, 2021
So sorry for your loss.
Lloyd Reckart
Tuesday, June 15, 2021
Sorry for your loss he was a fine man. And a good friend sending prayers to the family
Linda Crisler Lindsey, Teresa and Greta
Tuesday, June 15, 2021
Deepest sympathy to the whole family. Each of you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Sharon Worsham
Tuesday, June 15, 2021
I'm sorry I couldn't be there in person , but my heart is there with all of you . Praying for strength, peace and comfort through your loss . I'm here if y'all need anything. Love and Hugs ðŸ™â¤ï¸
Anna, David, and Randy Hargis
Tuesday, June 15, 2021
Prayers for family and friends.
Charlotte & Charles Haley
Monday, June 14, 2021
Sending love and prayers for comfort to you all.
Tony Brem
Monday, June 14, 2021
Many prayers for family
Sharon Burns
Monday, June 14, 2021
My thoughts and prayers to the family.
Katie Haile Sheffield
Monday, June 14, 2021
I will miss him sitting on the porch waving every time we came by. Sure love and praying for the whole family. God bless,
Katie and Jimmy Sheffield