Ralph E. Hensley, age 80, a resident of Oliver Springs, passed away, Monday, August 11, at his home, while surrounded by his family.

Mr. Hensley was born, September 6, 1933, in Anderson County. He was a lifelong resident of this area.

Ralph served his country in the United States Army and was a veteran of the Korean War. After his service to our country, he worked as a heavy equipment operator for 38 years. He was a member of Batley Baptist Church and enjoyed gardening.

Mr. Hensley is preceded in death by his parents, Mack Hensley and Donna Powell Hensley, and by his first wife, Annie Francis Hensley.  [Read more…]