Walter Jensen Jr., age 93, passed away Monday, April 29, 2013, at Wheaton Franciscan – All Saints Medical Center. Walter was born in Racine on November 22, 1919, son of the late Walter and Alma (Nee: Ostergaard) Jensen Sr.
Walter was a graduate of Washington Park High School. During World War II, Walter proudly served in the United States Air Force. On August 15, 1942, he was united in marriage to Elaine E. Shubert, who preceded him in death on March 19, 2005. Walter retired as Senior Vice President from Gold Metal after forty years of employment. He was a longtime active member of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church. Walter served as Ambassador to RAMAC and belonged to the Racine Country Club. He will be deeply missed.
Survivors include his daughter and son-in-law, Karen (Walter) Juzenas; his five grandchildren, Kirstin Juzenas, Eric (Jackie) Juzenas, Heather (Eric) Meaux, Matthew (Mike) Juzenas, Peter Juzenas; seven great-grandchildren, Alli, Bella, Elliot, Jake, Lilly, Norah and Hannah; other relatives and many dear friends.
A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, May 4, 2013, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 614 Main St. Interment with Full Military Honors will follow at West Lawn Memorial Park. Relatives and friends may meet with the family Saturday at the church from 9:30 a.m. until time of service at 10:30 a.m.
MARESH-MEREDITH & ACKLAM FUNERAL HOME
803 Main St., Racine (262) 634-7888
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