Lorenzo D. Jensen
1913 ~ 2007
Just five days before his 94th birthday our husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather passed quickly, unexpectedly and ever so peacefully from his earthly sojourn on Aug. 22, surrounded by his loving and supportive family. Born Aug 27, 1913 to Lauritz and Marie Danielsen Jensen of Salt Lake City. Lorenzo grew up in Preston, Idaho where his father owned and operated the local tailor shop. He married Tressa Checketts of Providence, UT on Feb 11, 1935. The marriage was later solemnized in the Logan Temple. The Jensens were long-time residents of So. Calif. where Lorenzo owned and operated his painting and decorating business for 45 years, retiring in 1976. In 1978 he and Tressa returned to SLC where they resided at the Waterbury Condominiums. He was an avid gardener and each of his homes reflected this talent. Lorenzo enjoyed playing billiards and pool. He competed in and won many pool tournaments. He was a life-long member of the LDS church and served in various callings including Stake Missionary and High Priest Group Leader.
His three younger brothers preceded him in death: Alvin, Stanley and Leo; and a sister who died in infancy. He is survived by his wife, Tressa, three children: Gary (Marilyn), Joy Salt Lake City. He has nine grandchildren and six great-grand-children. Lorenzo had a great sense of humor, and enjoyed music. He loved his family and performed many good deeds for his neighbors and friends.
Funeral services will be held Mon. August 27, 2007, 11 a.m. at the Cannon Mortuary, 2460 E. Bengal Blvd. (7600 S.) Friends and family may call Sunday, August 26, 2007 at the Cannon Mortuary from 6 to 8 p.m. and the day of the service from 10 to 11:45 a.m. Interment Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park.