John Paul Jensen

JENSEN- At home with his family on Sunday March 12, 2006. John Jensen of Ilderton and formerly of Innerkip in his 58th year after a brief courageous battle with cancer. Leaving 35 years of wonderful memories and love behind for wife Penny. Proud father and supporter of Heather and Brian Bloomfield of Ilderton and Matt Jensen of Victoria, B.C. Grandpa to Ethan John, the joy of his life. Loved brother of Esther and Dennis Martin of St. Marys. Will be sadly missed by Penny's family, Dorothy and the late Bill Quinlan, Mary and Randy Jones, Si and the late Sue Laurin, Bill and Mary Jane Quinlan, John and Katie Quinlan. Terrific uncle to several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Paul and Margaret Jensen. John lived everyday to the fullest and loved his family, friends, hockey, golf, working with cows and meeting people all over the world. He considered his 30 years working at Western Ontario Breeders and Gencor a pleasure. Spent many years as player, coach and manager with the Woodstock Navy Vets and minor hockey. John enjoyed running Jensen Halters in his retirement. Special thanks to Dr. Naylor and the VON for their compassionate care during this difficult time. The Memorial Service to celebrate John's life will be held at the R.D. Longworth Funeral Home 845 Devonshire Ave. Woodstock (539-0004) Saturday March 18, 2006 at 1:00 pm. A visitation with the family to remember John will be held at the Innerkip Community Centre on Saturday March 18, 2006 from 2:30 -5:30pm. Contributions to the Woodstock General Hospital Building Fund or the John Jensen Play Hockey Foundation would be appreciated. Online condolences at www.longworthfuneralhome.com "We'll meet again"

Service Details

Saturday, March 18th, 2006 1:00pm, Longworth Funeral Home