Glenn Edward Jensen

     Racine – Glenn Edward Jensen, 95, passed away Sunday, May 31, 2015 at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints Hospital. He was born in Racine on June 21, 1919, son of the late Edward and Rose (nee: Kroupa) Jensen. On June 14, 1941 in Holy Communion Lutheran Church he was married to Winnefred Dibble.

     Glenn graduated from Horlick high school and went on to a career in purchasing.  He worked for Massey-Ferguson, and then for Walker Manufacturing for over 30 years.

     Glenn was a great musician. In addition to teaching the accordion, he performed with various local bands, most notably “the CarGlenn Trio”. The highlight of his musical career was being named “Musician of the Year” by the Racine Musician’s Union. In addition to his love for music, he was an avid Packer fan, and loved to play cards. Glenn also enjoyed fishing inland lakes with his son-in-law Jim; and adventurous travels to such places as France and Australia with his daughters. He also enjoyed spending time in Florida.

     Glenn is survived by his daughter Cindy (James) Hansen of Mount Pleasant, and son Leigh Jensen of Racine. Nine grandchildren, Kim Johnson, Kristina Manke, Daniel Hansen, David Hansen, Terri O’Brien, Shawn (Amber Smith) O’Brien, Tracy (Jason) Covert, Michael (Julie) O’Brien, and Lisa Boner as well as numerous great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Winnefred; daughter and son-in-law, Patricia and Dwight O’Brien; grandsons, Scott Jensen and James Hansen, Jr; great granddaughter, Mallory Manske; and sister and brother-in-law, Helen and Lloyd Hamilton;

     Funeral services for Glenn will be held in the funeral home on Monday June 8, 2015 at 11 am with Pastor Mark Doidge officiating. Interment will follow at West Lawn memorial park. Visitation will begin in the funeral home at 10 am. Memorials have been suggested to All Saints Healthcare Foundation.