Gordon B Jensen

Gordon B Jensen, 76, passed away on March 2, 2015 at his home in Preston.  He is at peace.  He was born March 21, 1938, in Preston, Idaho, the son of Bernard and Barbara Corbridge Jensen.  He had a happy childhood and was very loved by many aunts, uncles and cousins.  He loved his school years and did well.  He was an all-star athlete at Preston High School in 1956.  He served an LDS Mission in Denmark.  It was one of his fondest memories.

He served on the Idaho State Police for two years and earned many trophies for becoming a sharp shooter.  He was a truck driver for many years working for others and owning his own milk truck.  He loved his old motor home and enjoyed spending time up North Canyon with good friends and family.

He married Evelyn Jessop on Jan. 19, 1990.  With their blended family there were five boys and five girls.  There are now thirty-two grandchildren (with one more due in two months) and eighteen great-grandchildren. 

He is survived by his wife, Evelyn; children:  Brett (Janene) Jensen, Kurt Jensen, Jodi (Ed) Louder, Kelly (Taralie) Jensen, Lori (Jim) Nielsen, Holly (Aaron) Gough, Alan Bindrup, Cindy (Steve) Allison, Debi (Dale) Carlson,  by a brother, Rickie Jensen and by many dear friends and relatives.  He was preceded in death by a son, Tony Stevens and by his parents.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2015 at Noon in the Preston South Stake Center, 55 E. 1^st South, Preston, Idaho with Bishop Paul Smart conducting.  Friends may call Friday from 6-8 p.m. at Webb Funeral Home, 1005 South 8^th East, Preston and Saturday from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the stake center.  Interment will be in the Preston Cemetery.  Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.webbmortuary.com