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Dr. Frederick Allen Hensley Jr.

Frederick Hensley Obituary

Dr. Frederick Allen Hensley Jr., age 59, of Birmingham, Alabama, passed into the Lord's care on Monday, January 14, 2013, at UAB Hospital in Birmingham.

Frederick was born in Scranton, Pennsylvania, on June 26, 1953, to Frederick and Jeannette Hensley. He was blessed with a loving family, a sharp wit and a passion for life. A proud graduate of the University of Scranton and Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine, Frederick's academic achievements laid the foundation for his successful career as a well-respected cardiac anesthesiologist, educator, administrator and published author. Throughout his career, he celebrated numerous awards and achievements, including his appointment as the Benjamin Monroe Carraway Endowed Professor at UAB and the recipient of the University of Scranton's Frank J. O'Hara Alumni Award for Excellence in Medicine. He was a man of great faith and a deeply devoted husband and father.

He is survived by his wife, Theresa; his daughters, Theresa Jeannette and Jennifer Elizabeth; and nieces, Malia Cooler, Laura Radcliff and their children.

He was preceded in death by his beloved son, Frederick Allen Hensley III.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 22, 2013, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., with the vesper service beginning at 7:30 p.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Cooperstown, N.Y.

The funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, January 23, 2013, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church. To honor his legacy, the family requests memorial gifts be made to the Frederick A. Hensley Jr., M.D. Endowed Fund for Education in Cardiac Anesthesia at UAB, c/o Kristen Hall, FOT 1225, 1720 2nd Ave. S, Birmingham, AL 35294-3412. Additional donations can be sent to St. Mary's Catholic Church, 31 Elm Street, Cooperstown, NY 13326.

Published by Scranton Times on Jan. 20, 2013.
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Sad to hear of Rick passing, he was a great educator and sent me on a career in anesthesia with a wealth of knowledge and excellent skills that have served thousands of patients, James Skolka MD. Salisbury MD

James Skolka

June 18, 2013

Our thoughts are with you. Rick was a great teacher and mentor that I credit with laying the foundation for my medical career.

Bryan Bridges

April 3, 2013

I was thinking about Rick and was shocked to find out this news. We were good friends in med school and were in each others weddings. My deepest sympathies.

robert rostock

February 25, 2013

robert rostock

February 25, 2013

Rick was one of the nicest and smartest individuals whom I have had the pleasure to know. He never forgot his humble roots and maintained a compassionate demeanor in all that he did. We worked on many projects over the years and I will greatly miss this kind individual.

Al Stammers

February 1, 2013

It was with much sadness to learn of our great loss. Dr. Hensley always made Ralph smile whenever he would call and talk about houses. Please know we share in your loss, but at the same time we are grateful to have known such an extraordinary person.

Ralph Ebersole Family

January 26, 2013

I'm thinking of you in your loss. Rick was a great teacher when I was a resident at Hershey. Terri

Terri Blackburn (Walker)

January 25, 2013

We are so sorry, we are thinking of you. The Garver's

January 24, 2013

Dearest Theresa,

I am so sorry & shocked to hear of of Rick's passing. What a huge loss for you and your girls. You have my deepest sympathy. I am so sorry I had lost contact with you all. We had some great years in the 70's and 80's. Please contact me someday if you can. It was an honor to have known Rick!

Sincerely,
[email protected]

January 22, 2013

My sincerest condolences on the loss of your loved one. I had the privelege of working with Dr. Hensley on several manuscripts during my stint as one of his administrative assistants at Penn State University College of Medicine, Anesthesia Department, in the late 1980's-early 1990's. He was a wonderful person and a great boss. He will be sadly missed, but fondly remembered.

Betsy Dressler

January 21, 2013

To Theresa and Family,

Both Kathy and I are deeply saddened by your loss. Our condolences.

Gary Boose

Gary Boose

January 21, 2013

Dear Hensley Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Rick was a mentor of mine at Cooperstown. Rick and Tom helped me pass the oral boards in anesthesia. He was a great teacher, mentor, and person. He will surely be missed.

Ed Urf

January 20, 2013

Theresa, Jen, and Theresa -

Sorry very sorry to hear of Rick's passing. I will always remember the great dinner Rick & Jen shared with Andrew and I while in San Diego this past October. I enjoyed our philosophical talks and sharing stories about our families. Thanks for all your support for us during Chris' illness. Let me know if I can assist you in any way. Rest assured Rick is now peaceful and resting well.


Bruce, Andrew, and Phil Pohl

January 20, 2013

I worked with Dr Hensley for five years in Baltimore. He was a wonderful man . Anne McNulty CRNA

January 19, 2013

Theresa,

We are deeply sorry to hear of the loss of your wonderful dad. This is so unfair and we are very sad for you. Know, though, that your father will love you and watch over you always, and all the years of your life he will be by your side. A father's love is everlasting.

Please know also how much we care for you still and have missed you, and our hearts ache at the knowledge of what you, your mother and sister Jennifer have lost. Dr. Hensley was such a fine man. May God hold you in his arms and give your hearts some solace in your grief.

We are thinking of you, Theresa, and send you the warmest of hugs. We are so very, very sorry.

With much affection,
John and Nancy McCoy

John McCoy

January 19, 2013

Theresa,
You have my deepest sympathy. Rick was a wonderful man. I enjoyed our times together working on the CPB meeting so much. I'm so sorry we didn't keep in touch after our retirement.
Judy Fabian Dickinson

January 18, 2013

Rich brought light to all that he met.
Father John

John Rosson

January 18, 2013

Dear Theresa, It was a great honor to know your dear husband,albeit ever so
briefly. He was an exemplary human being and a gifted doctor. I pray
with confidence that he now sees the
Divine Physician face to face.
With my heartfelt sympathy.

Fr. Andrew W. Cryans
St. Thomas More Church
Durham, NH 03824

Andrew Rosson

January 18, 2013

Dear Theresa, Jennifer and Theresa

What a Doctor! What a Physician! What a teacher ! What a Mentor!
What a Husband ! What a Father! What a Believer ! What a Friend !

Father John P. Rosson
Cooperstown, New York

John Rosson

January 17, 2013

Theresa, Theresa and Jennifer. How do I begin to tell you how much Rick meant to me. I think our history goes back 21 years, so most of my adult life he has been my friend. I had so much respect for him and he was always there with wise counsel and good humor. I will miss him greatly. My thoughts and prayers are with you. With love, Tina Spellman

January 17, 2013

Theresa, Theresa, and Jennifer, I can't begin to tell you had sad I am for you all. I loved your father. He was a great man. I will miss him. I will keep your family in my prayers.

Lisa Kimbrough

January 17, 2013

Dear Theresa,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May happy memories help you through this difficult time.

Sincerely,
Richard and Mary Phillips Gryziec

Mary Phillips Gryziec

January 17, 2013

Dear Theresa and family,
We are so sorry about Rick. What an awesome man. He loved the Lord, his wife and family and his job. Bigger than life,when he walked in a room, Rick made things happen. A heart for people, Rick touched many lives. We are so glad to have known him. Our love to all of you.

Bill and Phyllis White

January 16, 2013

Theresa, Jenn and Theresa,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. Rick was a wonderful man to work with, a devoted husband and proud, supportive father. We are here at all times for you.
Tony, Jean, Nick and Merritt Schifano, Cooperstown, NY

January 16, 2013

Theresa and Family,
Our prayers are with you in your time of loss. May God's comforting hand hold you close during your time of loss.

Respectfully,
Darrell Houghtaling
President Howells Game Club Inc.

Darrell Houghtaling

January 16, 2013

We deeply regret the loss of our friend, Rick.

Gil and Clara Jo Claborn

January 16, 2013

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