Robert Lee "Bobby" Hensley , age 65 of Elwood, passed away on Sunday, October 3, 2021 at his residence following an extended illness and numerous health challenges.  He was born October 13, 1955 in Harlan, Kentucky, the son of James Luther and Anna Pauline (Lamb) Hensley.  Bob proudly served his country in the U.S. Army.  He worked in production at Ex-Cello Corporation and Shepard Tool both in Elwood for many years before retiring due to his health.  He was a devoted member of the East Main Street Christian Church in Elwood.  Bob was also a member of the Elwood Kiwanis Club, the Elwood Eagles Lodge, and enjoyed volunteering with Concerts in the Park and Elwood Glass Festivals for many years.  He especially enjoyed the outdoors and loved hunting.  Bob will be greatly missed by his family and all who knew and loved him.

Bob's family includes 5 siblings, Linda G. Lower of Elwood, Judy L. Heflin of Berne, Arthur D. "Art" Hensley of Elwood, Michael (wife Veronica) Laflin of Elwood, and Jane Schwartz of Harlan; and several nieces and nephews.  Bob was preceded in death by both his parents and 2 brothers, James David Hensley and Benjamin Laflin.

A funeral service celebrating Bobby's life will be conducted at 7:00 PM on Thursday, October 7, 2021 at Copher-Fesler-May Funeral Home in Elwood with Rev. Roger Gardner of East Main Street Christian Church, officiating.  Military honors will be conducted by the U.S. Army and the Elwood V.F.W. honor guard at the conclusion of the funeral at the funeral home.  Following cremation, Bob's ashes will be buried in the Elwood City Cemetery at a later date.  Visitation for family and friends will be held from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Thursday prior to the funeral at the funeral home.   Health precautions for the safety of the family and visitors are appreciated.  Memorial contributions are suggested to the Harmony House Mission through the funeral home.  Online condolences and memories may be shared at copherfeslermay.com.