Racine- Roy K. Jensen, 83, passed away at Lincoln Village Convalescent Center on Saturday, October 15, 2011.

A lifetime resident, Roy was born in Racine on July 6, 1928 to the late Victor and Ida (nee: Duwe) Jensen. He faithfully served our Country with the United States Navy.

Among several occupations during his lifetime, Roy was a talented self-employed home improvement specialist. He was a phenomenal cook, gifted gardener, and an old-time movie buff – especially a fan of John Wayne. Above all, Roy enjoyed being in the surroundings of his entire family.

Surviving are his children, Catherine (Steven) VanMeerbeek, Pat (John) Rangel, John (Jan) Jensen, Johanna (Richard) Rivers, Susan Scheit, Jacqueline (Tommie) Falcone, Cheryll (Richard) Meekma, Mark (Sherry) Meekma, David (Robin) Meekma and Scott  Meekma; 34 grandchildren; 42 great-grandchildren; former wife and longtime friend, Dorothy (nee: Draeger) Trapp; sister, Nancy Dorman; brother, Alfred Jensen; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

In addition to his parents, Roy was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Donna Jensen, who preceded him in death in 1999; son, Christian T. Jensen, who passed away in 1967; and grandson, Nick Rangel, who passed away in 1990.

In accordance with Roy's wishes, cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service celebrating Roy's life will be held in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Saturday, October 22, 2011 at 9:30 am with Chaplain Terry Peterson officiating. Interment, with military honors, will follow in West Lawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Saturday from 8:30 – 9:30 am. In honor of Roy, memorials to the family have been suggested.

A special note of thanks to Lincoln Village Convalescent Center; Dr. Ronald Schulgit; and Hospice Alliance for the compassionate care and support given to Roy in his time of need.