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Christopher Hensel, 53, of Westfield, passed away February 5, 2014. Chris was born in Indianapolis, the son of Joseph and Milna (Farlow) Hensel. He was a Senior Systems Administrator with CNO Financial in Carmel. He graduated from Scecina High School and IUPUI. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, J. Michael Hensel. He is survived by his wife, Jami (Fields) Hensel; step-daughter, Morgan Fields of Phoenix, AZ; sisters, Tracey Wleklinski (Al) Auburn, IN, Kathryn Beach (Walter) of Indianapolis, IN and Elizabeth Benedict (Will) Trafalgar, IN; several nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews also survive. Visitation will be held from 3:00 PM until the 6:00 PM, Saturday, February 8, 2014 at Flanner and Buchanan-Carmel, 325 E. Carmel Drive, Carmel, IN 46032., where a celebration of Chris's life well be held at 6:00 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to your local Humane Society

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Cathy Harris

February 1, 2023

Many memories as neighbors and childhood friends. (Shinnamon´s) This message comes from Cathy, the oldest. We lost our sister Tracey in May if this year (2022). My heartfelt prayers and condolences are with you girls and you go on in life without your brothers. I lived in Westfield for 16 years and now reside in Greenwood! Blessings to you all.

Gary Waldrep

February 12, 2014

Jami, I am sorry to hear of your loss of Chris, by way of Cindy C. It has been a while since I worked at Carmel to recall if I met Chris, but I do remember talking to you several times about your sky-diving activities, and, that then-daily commute from T. H. Take care!

Nancy Hearne

February 11, 2014

I went to school with Chris at St. Philips and at Scecina. We were always in home room together. I'm sure he'll be greatly missed. Rest in Peace Chris.

Lesley Rattler

February 11, 2014

May God continue to bless you Jami and Morgan. So sorry to hear of Chris' passing. Words cannot begin to provide the comfort you need at this time however we know who is the Comforter. Love you!!!!

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Cathy Harris

February 11, 2014

Haven't seen any of your family in many years and was so shocked to see Christopher's obit in the Johnson county paper. Just moved back to the south of Indy after living in Westfield for 16 years! So very sorry for your loss. God Bless you all. Your childhood friends. Cathy (Shinnamon) Harris.

Chuck Underwood

February 10, 2014

So sorry for you loss. I knew Chris from the Scecina High School Band, and attended with his sister Betsy. Will keep the entire Hensel family in my thoughts and prayers. God bless.

Terry & Cheryl Dodd

February 8, 2014

Although no words can ease the loss you feel, you are in our deepest thoughts during this time of sorrow. With sympathy and hope in God's eternal love.

Nancy Harmon

February 8, 2014

So sorry for your loss Kathy. Keeping you and your family in our prayers.

Jaime Amador

February 7, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jeff/Colleen Kempf

February 7, 2014

Our sympathies to all of Chris's family members.

Renee' Hovenstine

February 7, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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