Dana was born June 24, 1960, in Greenville, Texas, to Neal and Donna Hales. She married Robert Hensley on April 3, 2011, in Dallas, Texas. She was a loving mom, daughter, NanDee, sister, aunt, and wife. She loved spending time with her family, attending concerts, riding her horses, and traveling.
Dana is survived by her husband, Robert Hensley; daughters, Lauren Gambrell and husband, DeSean, Leah Eastup and husband, Kahli, Katie Dear Hensley; sisters, Karen Gilmer and husband, Jay, Angie Anderton and husband, Rickey; grandchildren, Maylinn, Silas, Arianna, Nolan, Farrah, Case, Rue, and Mallori; nieces, Kelsey Castillo and husband, Arturo, Avery Anderton, Courtlan Anderton; future great-niece, Emilia; and great-nephew, Huxton.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Neal and Donna Hales.
Condolences(10)
Cindy
, OK Thursday, January 18, 2024 Literally so blessed w a presence as Lauren, Leah and I spent the last lucid hours w her n it was magical I'll never forget how she was shinning with a sparkle in her eyes as she sang w her daughters n me that nite as long as I liveI'll miss her so deeply n loved her from my heart
Judith Graham Walker
Fort Myers, FL Sunday, January 14, 2024 Robert, thank you for your care of Dana & her parents. You are a kind thoughtful soul. And to you Karen & Angie, you three girls had so many memories I urge you to share these with her children & grandchildren.I was a girlhood friend of Dana's mom, Donna and we remained close till the end. She found out she was pregnant with Dana just after I did with Wendi, my first also. Our girls were 2 month's apart. It was special that our girls could form a friendship as we had. We each had three children all close in age. Even after moving to Houston we stayed in touch. I know this will not be easy for your family but I am thankful she is no longer suffering. Please don't let the pain of losing Dana outweigh the joy of remembering the good times shared.
Wendi Walker Green
Fort Myers, FL Saturday, January 13, 2024 You and Debbie were my very first friends and our mothers were all lifelong friends. Such sweet childhood memories of slumber parties, Girl Scouts, first kisses, and boyfriends. See you in Heaven one day where this childhood trio of moms and daughters will one day reunite. I pray that your husband, daughters, grandchildren, and sisters are comforted by loving memories that will help ease the pain of your loss.Jerry Head
Greenville, TX Saturday, January 13, 2024 Condolences to the family and friends.I hadn’t seen her in awhile. Always fun. All the way back to Crockett Elementary. RIP.
Kimberly Huntsberger
Flint, TX Friday, January 12, 2024 We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Dana. Praying for you Papa and the rest of Dana’s family.Yotaunda Sherriff
Keller, TX Friday, January 12, 2024 Rest In Peace Dana.I enjoyed laughing with you.
You will be missed.
Love,
Yotaunda
Thomas
Azle, TX Friday, January 12, 2024 Praying for your family.Sandi Carter Shaw
Lake City, TX Friday, January 12, 2024 You will be missed.❤️Fly high and will see you some day RIP. Prayers for your Husband, Sisters and Grandkids. You will be very much missed. Love you Cousin.❤️Bing Mordecai
Cleveland, TN Friday, January 12, 2024 Please accept my humble condolences. Prayers to Robert and families, may they find comfort in knowing Dana is not suffering and may God give them the strength to carry on the fond memories they created together.Teresa A Castle
King, NC Friday, January 12, 2024 May you rest in paradise. Gonna miss you. Praying for all the family.