Baker City, Oregon
Carl Edward Hensley, 91, of Baker City, died June 4, 2004, at his home.
At his request there will be no services. Disposition was by cremation.
Mr. Hensley was born April 13, 1913, in New Bridge, a son of Beal Lewis and Iona (Graven) Hensley.
He received his education in Arizona and in New Bridge. He spent his years in Baker County, working as an equipment operator. Mr. Hensley helped build the Standard Station and Richfield Station in Halfway. He enjoyed reading and mining.
Mr. Hensley is survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Virgil and Alice Hensley of Baker City; and by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Charles Hensley; and a sister, Esther Hensley Holcomb.
Contributions in Mr. Hensley’s memory may be made to The Salvation Army through the Coles Funeral Home, 1950 Place St., Baker City, OR 97814.
Used with permission from: Baker City Herald, Baker City, Oregon, June 11, 2004
Transcribed by: Belva Ticknor