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Lois Jensen Obituary

Lois Leinani Thorup Jensen "Dodee"
1928 ~ 2013
Lois Leinani Thorup Jensen (Dodee), 84, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2013 in her home surrounded by her family. Dodee was born May 12, 1928 in Murray, Utah to Abraham Berg and Erma Lois Boyce Thorup. She graduated from South High School. She married her eternal companion, Robert Phippen Jensen (Papa) on January 28, 1949 in the Salt Lake Temple. Dodee and Papa share a love that you don't even read about in fairy tales.
She has always been a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who had a unique way of making each person feel as if they were her favorite (we all are!). Dodee loved a party! She loved preparing and serving meals, known to be the best food in the neighborhood. Her food was known as "Dodee food". She loved family get-togethers, Easter egg hunts, Thanksgiving dinner, Christmas parties, and backyard barbeques. In fact, she would throw a party for just about anything. Many people were happy to be on the "Christmas Cookie List", as she would bake and give away over 6,000 cookies every Christmas. She never missed an opportunity to serve, visit, give a hug, or make someone smile.
She had a strong testimony of Jesus Christ and served faithfully in many callings in the LDS Church. Dodee and Papa have served since 1995 as Ward Senior Singles Representatives in the Holladay 24th Ward. They have also served together since 1998 in the Baptistry at the Jordan River Temple. These are callings that they both love dearly.
Dodee is survived by her husband Robert. Sons: Randy (Karen), Brad (Teri), Scott (Susan), Mike, and daughter Lori (her "partner in crime"), 22 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren, brother Leo (Jeanne) Thorup and sister Elaine (Robert) Hout. She was preceded in death by her parents.
A viewing will be held Wednesday, March 13 at the Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 Highland Drive from 6-8 p.m. Funeral services will be held at the LDS Holladay 24th Ward, 4395 Albright Drive (2145 East), Thursday, March 14 at 11:00 a.m., with a viewing prior to the services from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Interment will be at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park.
The family expresses thanks to the staff at Utah Cancer Specialists, Chris Blain, Dr. Robert Payne and staff, and Amy Jensen at Hearts for Hospice.
In lieu of flowers, please bake some cookies and give them away.

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Published by Deseret News from Mar. 12 to Mar. 13, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Lois Jensen

16 Entries

March 20, 2013

Lois was my boss at First Security Bank. She was the best. So thoughtful and happy I loved working with Lois, Lori and Bob.
My deepest sympathy to the Jensen family.
Chris VanDyke

Allene Lemons

March 17, 2013

I worked with Lois at the Jordan River Temple. I have been to some of her backyard parties and played some of her party games. She always was happy and shared that happiness with us all. So sorry for your family's loss. I am baking some cookies to share asap.

Vicki Clayton

March 15, 2013

As a child I remember my mother Shirley Sealy enjoying the company of cousin Bob and his wife Lois. Bob and family, please know our love is with you at this time. Vicki Sealy Clayton and Shirley Sealy (92) this April.

March 14, 2013

We loved Lois and Bob, what a wonderful couple.... We worked with them in the Jordan River Temple since 1998, what a blessing that was. We wish the Jensen family our love and hope and pray they will find peace and know she is in a better place..... Love Jack and Jan Blank

Jerry Vaculin

March 14, 2013

A genuinely kind and gracious lady who I never saw without a big, enthusiastic smile on her face. Thank you Lois, Bob and Lori for always being so warm and welcoming to my family, and for the many years of friendship and support you gave to my grandmother. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Lesa Campbell

March 14, 2013

My prayers go to the Jensen Family. I loved Lois, she encompassed goodness, kindness, mindfulness of others and charity. Till we meet again...Lesa Campbell

Gene.Barbara Shaw

March 13, 2013

Jensen Family....It is hard to let go of someone who meant so much to you. Keep the memories alive. So sorry for your loss. Gene and Barbara Shaw

Monalisa Valikoula with Dr Payne's Office

March 13, 2013

We will sincerely miss that smile of hers!! We loved seeing her at the office!! She will be missed dearly at the office!!!

Anne Kjar

March 13, 2013

Dear Jensen Family,
Not many women are sweeter than your mom. I loved Sis. Jensen. She was so sweet and caring. She always asked about my mom and dad and I loved her genuine concern for them. Your family is amazing and full of charity. It's obvious that you've been taught well by two amazing parents!
Love,
Annie (Shurtleff) Kjar

Lora Kearns-Kinsman

March 13, 2013

Lois touched my heart. She will always be there.

Sione & Mafi Vehikite

March 12, 2013

Love you DODEE always. You made me feel as one of your own children every time I came to your house or you come to my house to deliver those cookies, because you know that I am waiting and always look forward for them every Christmas. Ohhhh (tears) how I will miss that. Love you DODEE and send my love to my Mom when you see her, tell her that Lori and I are just fine (tears)......

Sister Marilyn Foster

March 12, 2013

Dear Jensen Family,

With great sadness I extend my love and condolences to you from Frankfurt, Germany. I wish I could be there to give you hugs and share in the commemoration of Lois's wonderful life. I hope the dinner after the funeral is a fitting tribute to the many, many such meals she helped prepare in years of giving compassionate service. Love to all of you.

Derek Jensen

March 12, 2013

We will miss Aunt Lois; until we meet again.

Kit and Bill Hansen

March 12, 2013

I am so thankful and grateful to Lois for the many things she taught and shared with me. I will truly miss seeing her smile and hearing her laugh at the temple (in a sacred way). She taught me of how precious her entire family was to her and her love of our Savior. She showed me by example of how to be a great friend. We will miss her. Love you all, but a big hug to Bob, Lori and Mike

March 12, 2013

Lois, thanks for all the wonderful times we have shared throughout our lives. We have many great memories of you! We will miss the wonderful "cousin get-togethers" that you so graciously hosted at your home. We will miss you! We are looking forward to the Eternities where we can be together once again. Every time we bake cookies, we will think of you. We love you! Dick & Evelyn

Jennifer Loukas

March 12, 2013

Lois has always been here and I guess I thought she always would be, so it was especially hard to hear she had passed away. So many people were recipients of her kindness and service. Many members of my own family, particularly my grandmother Lehman. Nobody can ever be like Lois. We love her so much. We will miss her greatly.
Jen Loukas and family

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