Wanda passed from this earthly life into eternal life with her Lord & Savior on December 31, 2021 at the age of 90. She had suffered from Alzheimer’s for many years. She was born the 5th child of 10 to Henry & Obera Perry in Hagerman, New Mexico. In 1944 the Perry Family moved to the small town of Waterford, Ca to start a new life. Wanda graduated from Waterford Elementary & then Oakdale High in 1950. She worked various jobs throughout her life; including the fruit drying shed in Waterford, working on military planes at McClellan Field in the early 50’s, and at the Waterford Elementary school food services during the 70’s and 80’s. She married Cecil Hensley in 1950 and they enjoyed 66 years of laughter & love before he passed. They raised their two children, Robert & Linda, while farming their almond ranch in Waterford. Her attitude of “let’s go!” led to many adventures for the family, such as fishing, camping, visiting family & friends, as well as all ACWA conventions up and down California. She never said no to any road trip nor any party! She was most happy with her family, laughing, loving, & eating good food. Her fried chicken & fruit pies were the absolute best bar none. Her love of her grandchildren and great granddaughters was absolute. She adored having them around her to shower them with love. Her strong faith in the Lord was an example to her children & family throughout her life. She was a member of the Waterford Church of Christ for over 65 years.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Cecil Hensley, as well as her siblings, Mildred Finch, Mozelle Miller, Myrna Stine, Erma Jean Perry, Tex Perry & Tom Perry. She is survived by her son, Robert Hensley (Linda) of Clarksville, TN., her daughter Linda Teixeira of Modesto, CA, five grandchildren: Tabitha Eala (Jason), Amy Richey, Mary Hamrick (James) and Robby Hensley (Christie), two great granddaughters: Abigail and Quinn Eala, and her sisters; Betty Bakker, Peggy Peterson & Mary Stanley.
The Family wishes to express their appreciation & gratitude to the staff at Golden Age for their loving care of their Mother and Grandmother during the past 3 years. A special note of thankfulness to Bella & Zaldy for caring & watching over Mom during this time.
Memorial services will be held on Saturday, January 22, 2022 at 10:30 am at Lakewood’s Riverside Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may to directed to Hughson Christian School, 1519 Tully Rd, Hughson, CA 95326.
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