Louis Joseph Jenson, Jr. 63 of Glenwood, IA entered into rest Oct. 18, 2014 at his home in Glenwood, IA. He was born May 6, 1951 in Carroll, IA to Louis Joseph Jenson, Sr. & Evelyn Faye (Blum) Jenson. He was raised in Carroll and graduated from Carroll Kuemper High School then earned his Associate Degree from Metro Community College where he was a member of Phi Theta Kappa. He was united in marriage to Lou Craig on June 6, 1981 in Glenwood, IA.
Louis was a retired Air Force Sr. Master Sgt. Following his military career, he was working for the Highway Maintenance Department. In his spare time he enjoyed watching N.H.R.A. Racing & various sports on television. He was a man that could fix anything and helped his family with many home improvement projects.
Preceding Louis in death were his parents and sister, Denise. Survivors include his wife Lou Jenson of Glenwood, IA; children, Christine (Tim) Dority of Lincoln, NE; Robert Joseph Jenson of Iowa Falls, IA; Jennifer (Richard) Roberts of Rockwell City, IA; Step-Sons, Craig (Vicky) Florian of Glenwood, IA; Michael Florian of Glenwood, IA; 9 Grandchildren; 6 Great-Grandchildren; siblings, Linda West of Omaha, NE; Terry (Carol) Jenson of Omaha, NE; Jeannie Jenson of Omaha, NE; Lori (Bob) French of Council Bluffs, IA; Mark Jenson of Omaha, NE; several nieces, nephews, extended relatives and many friends.
Private Interment will be at a later date.
A memorial fund has been established.
Visitation:Monday, October 20, 2014
6:30 PM
212 S. Locust St.
Glenwood, IA51534
Service:Tuesday, October 21, 2014
11:00 AM
212 S. Locust St.
Glenwood, IA51534
8 Condolences
My prayers and thoughts are with the entire Jenson family. Christine, Robert and Jennifer are my 1st cousins. My sincerest condolences to all of you.
Lou, Words cannot express our heartfelt sorrow at your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. We were just reminiscing about your visit here and how nice it was to be able to spend the day with you two – two of the nicest people we know. May God give you & your family comfort during this difficult time.
Lou and family. We are so very sorry to hear about Louie. We hope that you all are doing as best you can during this difficult time. Words can not ease the pain and loss you feel. Please know that our though are with you all.
Willis and Marilyn(Millsap) Ballinger
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS! I WAS A NEIGHBOR AND GREW UP WITH HIM AND TED HACKER. LIFE IS TO SHORT AND ALWAYS, SHOULD HAVE LOOKED HIM UP YEARS AGO TO VISIT.
Lou and family- We are so sorry to hear about Louie. Our thoughts are with you.
Jerilyn and Gary Hoppy
Family of Louie,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Louie. While growing up in Carroll, our families spent many hours and weekends together. They are good memories. My thoughts are with you.
The Jenson family,
I did not personally know Louie and yet I (believe) I did. Barbara and I extend our sincerest sympathies to the Jenson family and pray that you remember and cherish your pleasant memories. The good Lord and time will heal.
Barbara & Jerry Snyder
So sorry to hear of Louie’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
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