THE SHELBY INDEPENDENT

Janith Carol Hensley, born on June 11, 1945, in Shelby, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2026, in Bostic, North Carolina, at the age of 80. With a life rich in love, devotion, and service, Janith left an indelible mark on the lives she touched. Janith's journey was one defined by hard work and dedication. For 25 years, she dedicated herself to her work at John Deere in Boiling Springs, NC. She was also a caregiver, sitting with and assisting elderly friends