Lavern “Vern” Carl Hensel, 81, of Mooresville, N.C., passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2022, at his residence. He was born on June 5, 1940, in Orchard Park, N.Y., to the late Elmer and Eleanore Cassidy Hensel.

Mr. Hensel was a member of the National Guard and retired from Ferrel Corporation after 41 years. He enjoyed watching football and NASCAR.

He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Carol Klein Hensel; and son, Daniel Hensel and his wife Angela.

The family will receive friends on Friday, March 18, from 10 to 11 a.m. with a service following at 11 a.m. at Mooresville AR Presbyterian Church with Rev. Andy Ward officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mooresville AR Presbyterian Church, 659 Carpenter Avenue, Mooresville, NC 28115.

Cavin-Cook Funeral Home & Crematory, Mooresville, is serving the Hensel family. Condolences may be made to the family at www.cavin-cook.com.