Hensley, Leila S. 1946-2024 Bellevue, Neb.

By NewsPress Now

BELLEVUE, Neb. – Leila Sue Hensley, lovingly known as Sue, passed away peacefully on Sept. 2, 2024, in Bellevue, Nebraska, at age 77. Born on Nov. 12, 1946, in St. Joseph.

Sue was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Hensley; daughter, Leila Araujo; parents, James and Alvah McMillen; brother, Alvah McMillen; nephews, Scott and Keith McMillen; cousin, Myrna Dunken; and dear friend, Sharon Paulsen.

She is survived by sons, Willard “WJ” and Michael Orr; granddaughters, Alyssa Smith, Isabella Araujo, Samantha Van Steenkiste; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Sue’s love and kindness will be deeply missed. As published in the St. Joseph News-Press.