Jean Jensen

JEAN JENSEN, beloved wife of Reed Jensen of Barnwell, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, January 14, 2015 in Taber, AB at the age of 82.

Besides her loving husband of 61 years, Jean is survived by her 9 children: Kathy (Jordan) Samhuri, Carlos (Julie), Nola (David) Williams, LoAnne Bajowa, Susan (Rob) Berezay, Alan (Jeanette), Corinne (Tony) Yee, Eric (Chrystal), Carolyn (David) Crockett; 37 grandchildren, and 20 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings: Delores (Theron) Sommerfeldt, Keith (Joan) Francis, Kae Jolley, Jack (Norine) Francis; sisters-in-law: Viola, Dorothy, LaRue, Carol, Edith Francis, and by numerous nieces and nephews.

She was pre-deceased by her parents, Edwin and Eva Francis, 3 grandchildren, Jesse Jensen, Tyler Williams, Hannah Jensen, and by her brothers: Howard, Douglas, Rell, Dean, Ronald, and Albert.

Jean was born, raised, and educated in Taber. After she graduated from High School, she attended BYU in Provo, Utah for 3 years, majoring in Home Economics. She married Reed Carlos Jensen of Barnwell, October 28, 1953 in the Cardston Alberta temple. They raised their 9 children in Taber and Barnwell. Jean was a devoted wife and mother. She loved music, and sang solos, in small groups, and in large choirs throughout her life. She was a wonderful homemaker and cook. She served in numerous capacities in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and has a firm testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ. She was always cheerful in her service. Jean's greatest treasure is her husband and family, and she expressed her love to us, and for us, always.

Friends may meet the family on Friday evening, January 23, from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the BARNWELL LDS CHAPEL, or prior to the funeral service on Saturday from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m.

The Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, January 24, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, in Barnwell, AB, with Bishop Scott Nelson officiating.

Interment in the Barnwell Cemetery.