Elroy Clarence Jensen

1922 - 2013

Elroy Clarence Jensen obituary, 1922-2013, Gilbert, IA

Elroy Jensen Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 6, 2013.

Dr. Elroy Clarence Jensen, DVM, 90, of Gilbert, is now resting in the arms of Jesus since Sunday, August 4, 2013. Both the visitation (Friday, Aug. 9th from 5 – 7 PM) and funeral service (Saturday, Aug 10th at 2 pm) will be at Heartland Baptist Church in Ames. Burial with military honors at Gilbert Cemetery follows..

Elroy was born October 3, 1922 in Dorchester, WI; the son of Nels and Mollie (Springer) Jensen. He was a proud Dane who graduated from Dorchester High School in 1940. Elroy earned degrees at University of Wisconsin River Falls, Michigan State University, and Iowa State University. Elroy served in the Army during World War II and later married Emma Jane Allen of Battle Creek, MI in 1948.

Elroy taught small animal surgery and medicine at ISU for 16 years. He later entered into private practice at Small Animal Clinic in Ames until his retirement in 1989. Elroy was a faithful member of Campus Baptist Church for over 50 years, and recently a member of Heartland Baptist Church; served as mayor of Gilbert; was a member of the American Legion; and enjoyed gardening. Elroy was raised in a Christian home and accepted Jesus as his personal Lord and Savior. He faithfully followed Him in all aspects of daily life. Elroy's favorite verse was Romans 8:38-39.

Elroy was a loving and faithful husband, father and grandfather. Left to cherish Elroy's memory are his children, Carol (Clifton) Anderson of Urbandale and their children, Robert Anderson and Sara (Jason) Grabau; Allen (Debra) Jensen of Huxley and their children, Rachel (Michael) Sparks, Jessica Jensen, Amy (Christopher) Page, and Caleb Jensen; and Phillip (Lori) Jensen of Polk City and their daughter, Kelci Jensen. He was preceded in death by brothers, Lawrence, Clarence, and Elmer; and sister, Elnora Gauerke.

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October 9, 2013

Offering our Condolences.
Glen Jensen, Son of Arthur, Grandson of Joseph Oscar, Great Grandson of A.F.F.

Elroy is my 1st cousin 1x removed.

Glen Jensen and Wife Mary Beth

August 9, 2013

Craig Cole

Dear Allen, Carol and Phillip and Jensen family members:
My most sincere condolences to each of you on the passing of Elroy.
I have such fond memories of Elroy and your mom – Jane. They were so very kind and caring, and always had a pleasant greeting for me whenever I would see them.
Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. God Bless each of you.
Sincerely:
Craig Cole

August 9, 2013

Phil,Allen & Family. Sorry for the loss of your Father. Our Thoughts & Prayers are with your Family. Michael & Deb Coles

August 7, 2013

Phil and family,
So sorry for the loss of your Father.
May you find comfort in your faith, family and friends,
Love,
Dave & Lana Comstock family

August 7, 2013

Dear Carol. Alan & Philip,
We want to express our love to you in the loss of your Father. Jane and Elroy were dear friends of ours for 20 years. He was our VET for 20 years. We served the Lord together in Good News Clubs in their home, Sunday School and had sweet fellowship. May the Lord comfort you each one. Walt & Leta Sutherland

August 7, 2013

WAYNETTA FARRINGTON

WILLIAM AND WAYNETTA FARRINGTON

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