Russell Jensen

1964 - 2015

With deep sadness, the family of James Russell Jensen announce his passing in Taber on Tuesday, October 27, 2015 at the age of 50 years.

Relatives and friends were invited to meet with the family in the Relief Society Room at the church, prior to the funeral service on Monday, November 2, 2015 between 1:00 P.M. and 1:40 P.M.

The Funeral Service was held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Taber Stake Centre, 4709 - 50 Avenue, Taber on Monday, November 2, 2015 at 2:00 P.M. Burial followed at the Taber Memorial Garden.

Russell is survived by his father Ross Jensen of Taber; his siblings Brenda Harris of Taber, Laura (Bryce) Martin of Taber, Bernadette (Darrell) Ludwig of Lethbridge, Jack (Nancy) Jensen of Kelowna, British Columbia, Judy (Lorne) Hazell of Grassy Lake, Ross Jensen Jr. of Medicine Hat and Carolyn (Jeff) Lind of Portland, Oregon. He will be remembered by numerous nieces, nephews and his two best friends, Nancy and Michele.

He was predeceased by his mother Edna Jensen and a brother Marold Jensen.

Russell was a cook by trade and worked at the Heritage Inn in Taber for many years. He was a well liked, kind and loving person. He was always happiest when he was with his nieces and nephews. Russell treated them all very special and loved them dearly.

If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Russell’s name may be made directly to the charity of one’s personal choice.