Wayne R.E. Hensler, age 87 of Covington, passed away Thursday, December 22, 2016 at Heritage Manor, Minster.  Wayne was born October 22, 1929 in Springfield, IL to the (late) Ralph Loren & Elsie Evelyn (Cobb) Hensler; was a U.S. Army National Guard veteran serving during the Korean War; retired with 34 years of service from Beatreme Food Ingredients, Beloit, Wisconsin; had worked part-time at Sellman’s Furniture, Covington and Meijers as a greeter; a member of the Covington Presbyterian Church, member of the Covington Eagles Aerie #3998, member of the American Legion AB Cole Post #80, Covington, an avid bowler, roller-skater, and sports fan.  Preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 63 years, Virginia Lee Hensler in 2013; and daughter, Linda Kay Magill.  Wayne is survived by his three children and their spouses, Larry & Mary Ann Hensler of Covington, Gary & Amy Hensler of Piqua, Diana & Chris Beckstedt of Covington; eight grandchildren, Steve & Micah Magill, Shawn Magill, Jennifer & James Walker, Brian & Angie Beckstedt, Eric Beckstedt, Derrick Gullett, Jarred Gullett, & Evan Hensler; and four great-grandchildren, Mckenly & Maizie Magill, Kaelynn & Mackenzye Walker.  Funeral service 10:30 A.M. Wednesday at Bridges-Stocker-Fraley Funeral Home, Covington with Pastor John Shelton officiating.  Interment Miami Memorial Park Cemetery, Covington.  The family will receive friends 6-8 P.M. Tuesday at the funeral home.  Condolences may be left for the family at www.stockerfraley.com