Morris H. Hensley

September 8, 1941 - June 13, 2020

Morris H. Hensley, age 78 of Madison Heights passed away June 13, 2020 at Ascension St. John Hospital in Madison Heights. He was born September 8, 1941 in Hartville, Missouri to Everett and Dessie Hensley. Beloved husband of the late Beverly Hensley. Loving father of Mark (Angie) Hensley and Shannon Regan. Dear grandfather of Samantha (Ethan) Metzner, Carter Silva, Shelby Hensley, and Sydney Hensley. Brother of Bob Hensley and Beth Robertson. He was preceded in death by his siblings Dale Hensley, Glenn Hensley, Donnie Hensley, and Jim Hensley. Morris was born and raised in Hartville, Missouri and eventually moved to Madison Heights, Michigan in 1966. He was an avid fisherman with a passion for being on the water. He enjoyed boating and fishing on Missouri's lakes and rivers. He also enjoyed watching sports, especially Red Wing hockey with his beloved wife. (He always complained he wanted the Wings to play the young kids.) When his grandchildren played sports, he was always there to give advice and was known to step in to help coach when basketball was involved. He played a lot of sports when he was in high school, but basketball was his favorite. He was affectionately known by many names: Morris, Moe/Mo, Pops, Uncle, or his most cherished name, Papa. He spent 35 years as an electrician. There was never a job too large or too small that he could not tackle. He had an amazing work ethic and was always there to help his friends. In his retirement, he selflessly cared for his lifelong sweetheart. Patiently giving her all his love and attention. Morris was a strong willed, determined man, whose smile will not be forgotten. He will be missed every day. Memorial visitation will be Friday at 4pm until the time of memorial service at 7pm, at Hopcroft Funeral Home, 31145 John R. Road, Madison Heights (1 block North of 13 Mile Road, West side of John R. Road).