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JENSEN

February 26, 2008

JENSEN May 20, 1933 - February 20, 2008 Gunner Jensen of Red Deer passed away at Foothills Hospital in Calgary on February 20, 2008 at the age of 74 years. Gunner will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Sharon Jensen, one son, Darren (Melinda) Jensen of Bentley, one daughter, Tanya Kerby of Red Deer and seven grandchildren; Tyrell, Coltin, Wyatt, Quintin, Jordan, Jacob and Madison. He is also survived by four brothers; Leo (Aileen) Jensen of Innisfail, Paul (Myrna) Jensen of Calgary, Erling (Marie) Jensen of Red Deer and Norm (Lyla) Jensen of Red Deer. He was predeceased by his father, Thorvald Ingemann Jensen in 1975 and his mother, Erna Jensen in 1993. Gunner was a nice, gentle, kind-hearted man. Always smiling and a friend to many people. He was born in Innisfail and raised in Dickson. He spent a few years in Calgary which he enjoyed and had good memories of. He lived most of his years in Red Deer. He was hospitable and was sure to invite you over for coffee, his favourite coffee spot was Hubies Diner. He took great pride in his yard and anyone else's he cared about. Gunner always enjoyed an afternoon nap on his deck and felt like a million bucks on the corner. He enjoyed helping others, his daily walks and his visits with friends along the way. All can remember his good sense of humour. He was a strong, good man right until the end. For all of these reasons, Gunner Jensen will be deeply missed by his family as well as his friends. A Memorial Service to celebrate the life of Gunner Jensen will be held at the Victory Christian Fellowship (98 Oberlin Avenue) on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. Condolences can be sent to the family by visiting www.reddeerfuneralhome.com.