Obituary of Beatrice Lee Hensley

Beatrice Lee Hensley, 94, passed away on Friday, June 30, 2023, peacefully at her home by her loving children. Beatrice was born in Lexington, KY, on May 26, 1929, to the late Ben and Bertha Ann Onana Willhoite. Beatrice was a devout Christian, who would always witness for others and invite them to Christ. She loved playing cards, specifically rummy. 

Beatrice was preceded in death by her husband of many years, Morgan Hensley, her parents, one son, Jackie Payne, three sisters; Janie, Doris, Thelma, four brothers; Edgar, JT, Benny, and Bill.  

Beatrice is survived by her son; Ralph Payne, of Frankfort; daughter Barbara Hockensmith, of Frankfort, sister, Trena Curtis, of Tompkinsville,  grandchildren; Amanda, Samantha, Rebecca; Great Grandchildren; Franchesca, Andrew, Olivia and one great great-grandchild, Malachi.  

A funeral service for Beatrice will be held at 1 pm on Thursday, July 6, 2023, at Clark Legacy Center in Frankfort, KY,  with Pastor Phillip Derber to officiate, visitation will begin prior from 11am until the time of service at 1pm,  Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens, in Frankfort, KY at 2pm.  

Flowers are welcome, but donations to the Bluegrass Care Navigators (643 Teton Trail Frankfort, KY. 40601), and Gideon Bibles are appreciated.