Midland – Sandra Sams Hensley, aged 87, passed away on September 11, 2025. Born on January 28, 1938, to Wanda Butler Sams and Van Earl Sams, Sandra graduated from Vernon High School and attended Southern Methodist University and the University of Texas.
In 1956, she met Harold Leroy Hensley, Jr., and they were married on March 2, 1957. The couple enjoyed 68 years of marriage, residing in various locations before settling in Midland, TX in 2004.
A devoted mother to her three daughters and cherished wife to Harold, Sandra had a passion for caring for her pets, tending to her garden, and playing the piano by ear for family and friends. She also served on the Altar Guild of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Roswell, NM.
She is survived by her husband, Harold Leroy Hensley, Jr.; daughters Cathi Wisler (Del), Ceci Westmoreland, and Cindy Caraway (Bill); brother Van Sams (Toni); seven grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, a nephew, and four nieces.
Donations in memory of Sandra Sams Hensley can be made to Lonestar Sanctuary for Animals or MD Anderson Cancer Center.
Arrangements are under the care of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory. Tributes and condolences can be shared online at www.npwelch.com.
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