1915 ~ 2003
MAYFIELD, UT <! > - Ruth Emma Jensen, age 87, died May 23, 2003, of natural causes due to age.
She was born June 13, 1915, in Axtell, UT to Josias and Matilda Han-sen Jensen the seventh of eight children. She married Allen Andrew Jensen Dec 18, 1935, in Richfield, UT. He preceded her in death July 18, 1993.
She is survived by one daughter, Kathleen (Maynard) Stenberg, May-field; one grandson, Bick M. Stenberg; two great-granddaughters, Alexis K., Brittany Dawn Stenberg; and brother, John R. Jensen. Preceded in death by brothers, Joseph, Miles, Eldon; and sisters, Eva Ireland Nellie Sorensen and Retha Douglas.
In Thessalonians 4:11 it says something to the effect to make it your ambition to lead a quite life, mind your own business and work with your hands. She loved making quilts and quilting. She was happiest when her hands were busy.
Mom will be at home Tues. May 27, 2003, anyone wishing to tell her good-bye can visit between 6-8 p.m., 94 W. 100 S, Mayfield. Graveside services will be Wed. May 28, 2003, 11:30 a.m. Mayfield Cemetery. Directors, Magleby-Jensen Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Gunnison.