He was the owner of three Ben Franklin Stores in Lincoln, Nebraska. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, cruises, bowling, golf, Nebraska football, flying his airplane, serving as Captain in the Civil Air Patrol and was a long time member of St. Matthews Episcopal Church. He was proud of his military service in the Army. He loved telling stories about growing up on the farm. He loved to enlighten everyone around him with his witty stories giving joy and laughter to all. He was a delight to be around. He was very proud and took great joy in his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. He so loved them all.
He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Carol Jensen. Children, Kathy Moravec (Daryl); Thomas Jensen (Jan); Karen Jensen (Brad Roth); and Kenneth Jensen (Merridy). Grandchildren, Amy McNeil (Kurt); Andrew Moravec (Melissa); Jeremy Jensen (Sara); Keefer Jensen (Cassie); Dalton Jensen (Brenda); Patrick Haas; Michelle Tate (Kyle); Casey Jensen; Ty Jensen; and Ally Jensen. He also has 15 great grandchildren.
Funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m., Friday, September 13, 2024, at St. Matthews Church, 2325 S 24th St, Lincoln, Nebraska.
Memorials can be made to the American Cancer Society or the Alzheimer’s Association.