James Raymond Hensley
September 7, 1947 ~ February 11, 2022
Born in:
Buncombe County, NC
Resided in:
Swannanoa, NC
Asheville Butterfly TrailJames Raymond Hensley, 74, of Swannanoa, NC died Friday, February 11, 2022. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend to all who met him.
He was born September 7, 1947 in Buncombe County, North Carolina. He was the son of the late Raymond Hensley and Eva Ramsey Hensley.
James was a graduate of West Henderson High School in 1966 and A-B Technical Community College. He served in the U.S. Army in Seoul, Korea. He was a faithful member of Cedar Hill FWB Church.
James worked at Asheville Steel and A.M.C. Inc. for many years. He was foremost in his knowledge of the welding industry. He enjoyed time with his family.
He is survived by Betty Lunsford Hensley, his wife of 48 years; and his sister, Carolyn Wagner and brothers David Hensley (Debbie) and Lester Hensley. He was father to Jeffrey Travis Hensley and Tracy Duyck (Travis). He was a beloved papaw to Hannah Hensley, Colton and Cassidy Duyck.
The funeral service will be at 4:00 p.m. Sunday, February 13, at Grassy Branch Baptist Church, and the family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service. James will be laid to rest at the WNC State Veterans Cemetery in Black Mountain.
Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Road is assisting the family. You may share condolences at www.grocefuneralhome.com.
Services
Funeral Home Assisting The Family:
Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Road
856 Tunnel Rd.
Asheville, NC 28805
(828)299-4416
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Much Love,
Kasie, Bryce, Tyler and Chase
Betty Sue, Tracy, Travis & family,
You all are in my prayers, big hugs & much love,
Karen Harden
Dear Betty, Travis, Tracy, Our deepest condolences to you and your families during the passing of Jimmy. He was always friendly and had a smile whenever we met. Prayers that God will give you peace and comfort today and in the days to come.
Phil & Joyce Evans
Love and prayers,
The Bradley Family
Betty and family, we were so sorry to hear about Jimmy. You and family are in out prayers. May our God of peace comfort your hearts. Barbara & Richard Brown.
Mr and Mrs Kevin E Atkins and family
So very sorry to hear about Mr. Hensley passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Betty Sue, condolences to you and your family for your loss. Many years have past since Johnston & Erwin. Your sweet smile and kind ways are fondly remembered.
Travis I am so sorry for your loss, you all have my deepest smypathy
Travis I am so sorry for your loss, you all have my deepest smypathy.
James has been a friend since grammar school. We really became closer while helping on the #13 race car and going to races together. He taught me so much about mechanics and other needful things in life. I’m glad to know that we both came to know the Lord Jesus Christ and we see each other again soon.
I have known Jimmy since grammar school. I remember riding in his ’56 Ford pickup back when we were young. Recently, we talked on the phone and recalled good times from years past. Jimmy was a fine person and will be greatly missed.
My handsome cousin, Jim. I will miss you so much. I have so many memories growing up with you in my life. Linda and I would sit and watch you and your buds work on cars for hours. I will never forget the motorcycle ride with you when you tried to “kill me”. (LOL). That was a wreck to remember! I love you so much, cuz and will miss you every day until we meet again on the streets of gold.
My handsome cousin, Jim. I will miss you so much. I have so many memories growing up with you in my life. Linda and I would sit and watch you and your buds work on cars for hours. I will never forget the motorcycle ride with you when you tried to “kill me”. (LOL). That was a wreck to remember! I love you so much, cuz and will miss you every day until we meet again on the streets of gold.
I am so sad to hear about Jimmy’s passing! He was a very nice man. Always with a smile. I am thinking about you Betty and family and praying for you all.