Flora Shell Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Flora Shell (Harlan, Kentucky), who passed away on May 19, 2025, at the age of 81, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Flora leaves behind and her impact on the lives of her loved ones. Though Flora may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the memories held dear by her family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.

She was predeceased by: her husband Merle Shell; her parents, Charlie Hensley and Cora Lee Hensley; and her siblings, Robert Hensley and Betsy Ann Hoskins.

She is survived by: her daughter Nicole Neely (Donnie); her grandchildren, Shalora and Calan Neely; and her siblings, Terry Hensley, Kathleen Burns, Ruby Sutton and Edith Powel.

Visitation was held on Monday, May 26th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Henson & Rich Funeral Home (414 E Mound St, Harlan, KY 40831). A graveside service was held on Monday, May 26th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Hensley Cemetery.