of Conway, AR
July 27, 1938 - June 21, 2009
Coy Cleo Hensley, 70, of Conway, our dearly-loved father, went home to be with his heavenly Father, on Fathers' Day, Sunday, June 21, 2009. He was born July 27, 1938, in Conway, a son of the late Odis C. and step-mother, Ruth Hensley and his mother, Athalene (Mauldin) Miller. Cleo was a retired Police officer with the University of Central Arkansas, having over 20 years of service. He was a United States Army Veteran, and a 32nd Degree Mason.
Mr. Hensley was a member of Woodland Heights Baptist Church, where he served as an usher and worked with the Soul Food Café and the Cold Water Ministries. He was also a member of the Christian Motorcycle Association.
Survivors are his daughters, Kimberly Ruth Franks and husband Gregory of Ft. Belvoir, Virginia; Alisa Cleo Quinn and husband Brian of Conway; grandchildren, Brandon Linch, Kailey Franks, Brady Franks, Pierce Quinn, Jack Quinn; his twin brother, Roy Leo Hensley of Morrilton; brothers, Robert Dean Hensley of Sherwood; Odis Ritchie Hensley of Pensacola, Florida; his sisters, Sharon Smith of Damascus; and Bernice Chesnut of Lake Hills, Texas.
Funeral will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 24, 2009, at Woodland Heights Baptist Church, in Conway. Burial will follow in Crestlawn Memorial Park, under the direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home, Conway. 501-327-7727.
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35 Condolence(s)
Paula Myrick
Monday, September 14, 2009
Kim and Alisa,
I'm saddened at the news of Brother Cleo's death. I knew both your father and mother when my oldest son, Jonathan, was just an infant. We used to attend the same small country church in Conway, and they would babysit him for my ex husband and I. I could tell what loving people they were by how much they loved the both of you. (They proudly displayed your beautiful pictures all over their home.)
For my son's first birthday, they gave him a bible...his first Bible. That really touched me, that they would give such a meaningful gift. I will never forget it, and I wanted to say thanks for the impact that was on my life, to encourage me to do the best I could to try to raise my children up in the word of God.
Blessings to you and may your hearts be encouraged.
Sincerely,
Paula Myrick
Shayla Moore Cockrum
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Kim and Alisa,
I am so sorry to hear of you loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ashley Smith
Monday, June 29, 2009
Alisa,
I've been thinking about you and praying for your family this week. My deepest sympathies go out to you.
Ashley (Aldridge) Smith
Barbara Adams Steeps
Monday, June 29, 2009
Am so sorry to hear about your loss of your dad. I new Cleo all of my life. He was such a nice man. My prayers are with you in the time of your loss.
Edd & Donna Erbach
Thursday, June 25, 2009
You have our deepest sympathy for your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Karen Harlan
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
M.R Cleo was always a lot of fun to talk to at bingo when me and Doyle sat by him.We always was met by a smile and hello.Everyone loved your dad cause he enjoyed people and remembered them to from along time back he always talked alot about my uncle he knew .God bless you all at this time.Karen and Doyle Harlan.
Cody Griffin
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Cleo will be missed. I knew him from ABATE but had no idea of his military or civil service, now it is too late to thank him for all he did.
SSG Griffin
Gale Garrison
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Cleo was a fine person. He will be missed. I worked with Cleo for many years at UCA.
Brewer family
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Kim & Alisa - we were so sorry to hear about your Dad.
Victor, Norma, Denise, Michelle & Alan
Bob Barham
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
I was saddened to hear of Cleo's passing. I worked with Cleo at UCAPD back in the mid 1980's and always had the utmost respect for him. Cleo had many friends who thought the world of him. He will be missed by all of hose who knew him. Thank you for your service in law enforcement Cleo. Now it's time to serve the Father in heaven where I know you are!
Corporal Bob Barham
Arkansas State Capitol Police
Sissy Moore
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Cleo was a wonderful man. He was a patient in the office that I am employed with. But I really got to know him playing BINGO. When I could not take my Mother and my Mother-In-Law to play, Cleo was always willing to take them. He became a good friend and I always enjoyed being around him. He was a fine Christian man. He will be missed by many.
wandacollins
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
sorry for loss praying for family wandacollins
Judy Grosshans
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Hello, Please acept my sincere condolences. You don't know me, but I am your cousin. My mother was Floy Hensley Stephens, and I understand that she and Cleo were close and played Bingo together some times.I will be attending the cereamony today. but I'd like you know know that I am so sorry for your loss and if you'd ever like to meet please feel free to contact me. God bless you! Judy.Grosshans.
Jimmie Lou Drake Julian
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Caudle and I send our love and prayers to all of Cleo's family and friends. I know he will be missed by all of us that he left behind but he now is in his home with his Father where he will not have any problems any more. He is Blessed now as much as he can be.
He will watch over friends and love ones now.
Jimmie Loou Drake Julian
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Caudle and I send our love and prayers to all of Cleo's family and friends. I know he will be missed by all of us that he left behind but he now is inn his home with his Father
Donna Rodgers Dillahunty
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Leo I am so sorry about the earthly loss of your twin-Cleo. I remember when you all attended 2BC as children. I have been out of town and just read of Cleo's passing in the paper tonight. It was a a joy to read the comments on this page from his friends and associates and how he spent his life living for Jesus. Those are precious memories. My thoughts and prayers will be with your family.
Gina Thomas
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
kim, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. You, Greg and the kids are in our prayers. Thinking of you.
MAry Ann Shock
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
My prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
L. Scott Roberts & Family
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
My thoughts, sympathies, condolences & prayers are with Cleo's family & friends. I worked with Cleo at UCA PD in the 90's. From my perspective & many others, Cleo was very kind & had a great sense of humor. His presence made me & others happy. Cleo was my friend. I've been meaning to reunite with Cleo in recent years. I salute Mr. Coy Cleo Hensley for law enforcement service & his military service to our country. Cleo will be greatly missed.
Christie DeWitt
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
So sorry to have about Cleo. He was the best bingo buddy i had. He always had a funny story to tell me. I will miss him dearly. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. It was strange to find out him and Helen are both related to me.
Ross & Vicki Scalise
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. It was a true honor knowing Cleo. He was a man that was never at a loss for words! His memory will continue to live on within each one of us. Until we meet again, our dear Brother!
Mitzie Tibbets
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
My dear friend Kim...I am praying for each of you as you process the loss of your daddy. May you rest in the arms of our Creator and when you can't go another day, I pray for someone to be the lifter of your hands. My heart is broken at the earthly loss but rejoicing that this great servant is with his Lord and Savior. You are all prayed for and loved.
Mitzie Tibbets and Family
Charles & Sue Jones
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Our hearts go out to all of the family. May you be comforted by the God of all comfort and be filled with His Peace.
Terry and Reta Brewer
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
I had the pleasure of working with Cleo for several years prior to his retirement. Cleo was a great guy to work with and be friends with. Reta and I will keep the Hensley family in our prayers.
Eddie Lane
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
When I was with the Conway Police Dept in the 1970s, Cleo was with UCA. He was a fine man and a friend.
Bob Feese
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Cleo was my friend. I pray God's rich blessings.
shane dickson
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Mr. Hensley I know he will be missed. I will be praying for your family.
Shane
Jeannie
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Sorry for your loss.
Sherrie Cotton
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
My prayers are with the family. Cleo was a great person. I knew him from the Gap Riders and always enjoyed talking to him. He will certainly be missed by all his motorcycle friends.
John Pettus
Monday, June 22, 2009
You will be missed old friend.
Sue Anderson
Monday, June 22, 2009
Kim, Alisa and families: My prayers are with you all.
Cleo was a guiding influence in many lives both on and off his motorcycle.
My oldest nephew has always said that Cleo helped him through his teenage years. Cleo took him to church every week.
My oldest son got his first motorcycle ride on Cleo's bike when he was about 5 years old and Cleo asked him about Jesus.
My youngest grandson loved getting rides on Cleo's bikes. Cleo gave him a "penny from Heaven" and talked to him about Jesus dying on the Cross for our sins.
Cleo was always ministering to folks at Gap Rider events (or anywhere else).
Cleo introduced me to the Gap Riders and he took me on some wonderful trips with the Gap Riders.
As Bob Hope used to say "Thanks for the Memories"!
I will see you in Heaven Cleo, save me a good seat.
David and Donna Hawks
Monday, June 22, 2009
There is no other like Cleo, I have enjoyed many miles with him. He is a Man that Loved the Lord Jesus and had a strong tie to His Church. He Loved God's Word, God's Truth and God's amazing Grace. Now He Lives . He Won the Race.
Katie Phelps
Monday, June 22, 2009
Ritchie, So sorry we can't be there for you, but please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers through the days ahead. May God Bless and keep each of you in His loving arms.
Kelley
Monday, June 22, 2009
Cleo will always be missed. Especially while serving coffee at the clubhouse or just out riding.
Sherry Curran
Monday, June 22, 2009
Our hearts are deeply sadden by the loss of such a special and wonderful man like Cleo Hensley but Heaven is truly blessed.