Patricia J. Hensley, 80, Argos, passed away Saturday, Feb. 27, 2016, at her home with her family at her side.

Patricia was born June 12, 1935, in Argos, to Duward and Edna (Williams)Shaffer. She was a lifelong resident of the area. She worked at Sears in Plymouth for 32 years as a Store Manager, as a telephone operator at the Indiana Bell and Homemaker. Patricia participated in activities such as Plymouth Choir and Plymouth Twirlettes, where she was an instructor.

Patricia was married to Bud Hensley July 18, 1953. The marriage took place in the family home. He survives along with four of their children: Lisa Jo (Michael) Maddox, Culver; Myra Rene (Anthony) Satoski, Plymouth; Juel Ann (Todd) Back, Walkerton; Chad Patrick; Joy Hensley, Plymouth. Patricia was blessed with 15 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; six sisters: Virginia; Demaris; Rose; Millicent; Jeanice; and Mona Karen. Patricia was preceded in death by her parents; two sons: Kim Louis; Bryan D.; and two brothers: Victor and Dee.

The Hensley family will host a memorial visitation from 4-6 p.m. Thursday, March 3, at the Van Gilder Funeral Home.