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GREENFIELD - Albert Edward Jenest, age 99, of Greenfield, passed away at his residence on July 13, 2013, with family by his side. A decorated WW-II United States Army officer; he personified what has been called ""The Greatest Generation."" Born in Franklin, MA on Dec. 6, 1913, he lived most of his adult life in Greenfield.
His military service during WW-II included action in Normandy, France, where he was a 1st Lieutenant and Tank Commander in the 32nd Armored Regiment, 3rd Armored (Spearhead) Division, commanded by General Rose. He was awarded the Purple Heart for injuries sustained during the Normandy Campaign.
He was the Sealer of Weights and Measures in Greenfield before being appointed the supervisor of Sealers for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for Western Massachusetts. He retired from the Department of Standards after 23 years of service in 1975.
He was a member of St. James Episcopal Church and was formerly head usher at the church.
His life's pleasures, especially in his Golden Years, included frequent family gatherings, lots of reading, traveling to Normandy with his five sons, attending his military reunions, visiting the National WW-II Memorial, holding high the NHL Stanley Cup, and always cheering for his Boston Red Sox.
He was predeceased by his siblings, Elsie, Homer, Mary, Harriet, John, Lorraine and Charles.
Survivors include Frances Strecker Jenest, his loving wife and companion for over 71 years; sister-in-law, Marjorie Jenest (Davidson, NC); brother-in-law, Daniel Dunne (Butner, NC).
He leaves five sons: Edward Jenest and his wife Vicki (Asheville, NC); John Jenest (Greenfield, MA); Alan Jenest and his wife Helen (Milton, MA); Douglas Jenest and his wife Nancy (Bald Head Island, NC) and Charles Jenest and his wife Debra (Dedham, MA).
His nine wonderful grandchildren include: Craig Jenest, Amy Maidment (and her husband Paul), Peter Jenest, Sara Jenest, Mike Jenest, Bethany Jenest, Mark Jenest, Matthew Jenest and Abby Jenest. His two adorable great-grandchildren are Tyler Willey and Ryan Jenest.
His extended family includes David Finkelstein and daughters, Sydney and Lisa, and Sharon Nelson and her husband Timothy, and their daughter Olivia, and Kimberly Barrett and William Barrett.
His family appreciates all in this community who were faithful friends and colleagues, and those who have assisted him in so many ways during his lifetime and especially during his later years.
A special thanks to Cynthia Rose, whose unending compassionate care is a blessing. She is part of his family and is the daughter they never had.
The Rite of Burial will be conducted on Friday, July 19, 2013, at 10:30 a.m. at Saint James Episcopal Church. Following the church service, interment will take place at Green River Cemetery, 256 Wisdom Way, Greenfield, MA.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to Saint James Episcopal Church, 8 Church St., Greenfield, MA 01301 or Homes for Our Troops, 6 Main St., Taunton, MA 02780, a charity that supports injured veterans.
Arrangements are under the direction of Walker Funeral Home, 14 High St., Greenfield.
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Dear Ed, dear Vicki,
Please accept our condolences on the passing of your father/father in law.
Sincerely,
JJ and Elsa
JJ De Jaegher
July 26, 2013
Dear Chuck, Debbie, Matthew, and Abby
Joyce and I were very sorry to hear about your loss.
Sincerely,
Rick Lamkin and Joyce Gerber
July 25, 2013
Dear Fran, Chuck, Alan, Ed, Jack, Doug, and the entire Jenest family,
We are so sorry for the loss of such a wonderful man. His legacy lives on in each of you. May all the fond memories of him that you hold in your hearts help you through this difficult time. We appreciate all he did for us in the service of our country. May he rest in peace.
Love and condolences from all of the DiStefano family.
Diane and Roy Blanchard
July 19, 2013
Ed, sorry to hear about your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dick and Jill Greene
July 18, 2013
To a very cherished man.
Vera
July 18, 2013
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My Dad, Woody and I share our condolences and feel your loss. Alan, though we did not have the pleasure of meeting your Dad, we feel we knew him through you. May your family feel the peace and love as your friends and family surround you now. We wish you all peace. As my Dad always says, we have wonderful memories to sustain us. Your Dad is a blessed man and I'm sure the memories are plentiful. Love, Diane & Woody Ford
Diane & Woody Ford
July 17, 2013
Dear Fran,
What a wonderful man. We will miss and always remember him.Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Diane & Larry Hayes
July 17, 2013
To the memory of a very cherished man
July 17, 2013
Dear Uncle Al, We are so sorry to lose such a wonderful uncle. You and Aunt Fran welcomed Marge, Homer & me each Easter and Columbus Day for such memorable weekends. I'll always remember the family gatherings the cousins enjoyed when you and the boys would come to our house on Fourth of July for picnics at Slater Park! Your generosity extended to the many visits we shared with you and Aunt Fran, and my cousins, the Jenest boys, at White Horse Beach on Labor Day weekends! You were loved so much and always will be... We are comforted to know you are united with all your siblings in Heaven. Love always, Nancy Jenest Holt & husband Dean, daughter Ashley and son Dean Holt II xoxo
July 16, 2013
Albert, I met you at Chris and Sue K.'s wedding 20 years ago. I remember being impressed to meet the family of friendly and handsome men you and Fran had raised. You welcomed me into your family and have been such a strong and loving force in all of our lives. I am sad not to have you here with us anymore, but I know this is not the end for us. Your spirit lives on without the limitations of the mortal body. Our hearts and memories will always hold you near. Thanks for being the best father-in-law a girl could have, and a wonderful grandfather to my children. I love you!! Debbie
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Our deepest sympathy to the Doug and the Jenest family, please know that you are in our prayers. Pat and Barbara Haraldson
July 16, 2013
Dear Doug and family... please know that Ron and I are praying for you during this time... we know how you loved your father and family. Stay strong and always hold dear the memories of your loving dad and all that you did together as a family. We love you always. Ron and Sandi
Ron and Sandi Colson
July 16, 2013
Please accept our sincere sympathy for the loss of your father. We always enjoyed hearing some of the details of your father's life and trips to Normandy. You must be quite proud of your father's accomplishments. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Mary and John Rowan
July 16, 2013
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