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Boyd Jensen Obituary
1927 ~ 2013
Our beloved father and grandfather, Boyd F. Jensen, age 86, passed away due to a fall, in St. George, Utah, on May 29, 2013. Born the 23rd of May, 1927, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to James Leo Jensen and Grace Ellen Virginia Johnson, he was the 4th of 5 children; James L. Jensen- "Jim", Andrew B. Jensen -"Bud" (Maxine), VirginiaLee Thomson (Boyd), and Bryant Todd Jensen. Boyd and Beverley B. Killpack were married for nearly 58 years. They were sealed July 2, 1952, in the Salt Lake Temple and are the parents of 5 children; Boyd F. II (Julie), Jonathan K. (Rachel), Jane K. Spence, Allyson K. Stenquist (Leland), and McLloyd K. (Shannon), 29 grandchildren, and 18 great grandchildren.
Dad grew up in Murray, Utah, and graduated from Murray High School in 1945. Though WWII was ending, like his brothers, he enlisted in the Navy, serving proudly for two years. Upon completing his service he studied at the University of Utah and earned a bachelor's degree in business and later, a law degree in 1957. He retained membership in the Utah Bar for over 50 years.
Our father was a successful businessman and community leader. He began managing the Terrace Ballroom in Salt Lake City near the end of the big band era. However, the majority of his career was devoted to his public relations work for Lagoon Corp., where he eventually became executive vice president. Dad was employed by Lagoon for 60 years and loved his work in the amusement park industry. He was actively involved in the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) for many years, often in leadership roles; and served one year as president. This gave him the opportunity to visit amusement parks around the world with his wife, Beverley. He was a creative entrepreneur, a promoter of musical entertainment, and a movie producer. Community service was one of Dad's priorities. He served on the Murray School District and Utah State School Boards and was involved in local and national political campaigns. Numerous organizations and individuals benefited from his sincere devotion to charitable and philanthropic causes. He received many awards and honors related to his professional and community service.
As a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Dad served a mission to Sweden, his ancestral home. He developed a great love for the people of Sweden and the gospel of Jesus Christ. He served faithfully in many Church callings, including positions of priesthood leadership. Together, Dad and Mom served an inner city mission in Salt Lake City, Utah. He was a lifelong resident of Murray, a community that he dearly loved. Our father was a faithful, loving spouse and was devoted to his family. He was a jewel among men and merited the love and confidence of those who knew him.
Dad is survived by his sister, VirginiaLee Thomson; brother-in-law, Robert H. M. Killpack (Dorothy); his 5 children, 28 grandchildren, and 18 great grandchildren.
Funeral services are scheduled for Saturday, June 8, at 11 AM at the HILLCREST LDS WARD CHAPEL, 435 East 5600 South, Murray, Utah. A viewing will be held on Friday, June 7, from 5:00 PM till 8:00 PM at the MURRAY UTAH STAKE CENTER, 5735 S. Fashion Blvd., Murray, Utah. A viewing prior to the funeral is scheduled from 9 AM till 10:30 AM at the HILLCREST LDS WARD CHAPEL. Interment will be at the Murray City Cemetery.
As a family, we express our sincere love and appreciation to our father's relatives and friends who have brought him great joy over the course of his life. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Utah Food Bank or the missionary fund of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
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Memories and Condolences
for Boyd Jensen
Art Hurzeler
July 4, 2013
Dear Family, We were sorry to hear of Boyd's passing. I coordinated with him many years with our school activities going to Lagoon each year. (Riverview Jr. High) He was a special man to work with. He also went to school with my sister Donna, also a former Murrayite. May the Lord bless you during your time of sorrow.
Thomas and Susan Eastman
June 16, 2013
Uncle Boyd has always been my favorite. My mother Cookie would always talk about Boyd and the love that man had for is family. I'm proud to be part of the Jensen family. We have lived in Oklahoma most of my life and whenever we would visit family in Utah, we always stopped at uncle Boyd's for a visit. We moved to Utah after we were married and ended up living in Murray. I did not know were Boyd lived but somehow I found his home. I enjoyed visiting with him and catching up. I only wish we had been able to visit more. Our condolences go out to his children and family. He will be greatly missed.
Jennifer Eastman Fryer
June 14, 2013
I was saddened to hear about Uncle Boyd's passing. He was Cookie's (my mom) favorite uncle and she talked about him often. I know they must be happy to see one another again. He was always so kind and generous to her and our family over the years and he will be missed. My condolences to your family.
Susan Shifflett
June 12, 2013
I too remember Boyd from the early days of LaGoon. But most recently, I have had the pleasure of bumping into him at various places when he would be out to lunch or dinner with friends or family members. He is always such a gracious and caring man; seemingly interested in what the other person is doing and how they are. I was so saddened to hear of his passing only after his funeral. I would've loved to hear the accolades of this great man. Blessings of peace and love to his family and wonderful thoughts and memories of him as he sauntered up and down the midway of Lagoon, the hallways of the schools and church, and now into the Eternities.
Jerry & Debbie Black
June 11, 2013
Dear Jensen Family,
Debbie and I send our love to you. Bishop Boyd has always been a trusted friend and an exemplary mentor. He will be greatly missed.
Dan Summerhays
June 9, 2013
This is Dan Summerhays. I only learned of your father's passing the day after the funeral. I truly regret not being there. I don't believe you know just how important your father was to Connie. She often expressed to me that she wished he was her "dad". Whenever there was a crisis in her life she would ask me what Boyd would do. She called upon him at critical moments, such as when her mother was dying, to verify the decision to "pull the plug". And you, Boyd F, in my mind will always be my link to Connie. Your dad spoke at Connie's funeral and was a comfort to me. He later shared his feelings with me and sought my advice after your mother died. I wish so much that I'd known so I could be at the funeral.
God bless you all,
Dan Summerhays
Carol Kirkham Goulais
June 9, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to the Jensen family on the loss of a warm and wonderful man who was like a father to everyone.
The years with Bishop Boyd were a time we will always treasure. My mother (Elna) thought the world of him. Service and sacrifice and love were surrounding us as young people in the 20th ward.
They really were the Greatest Generation.
Our love and prayers go out to you.
June 8, 2013
Much love to the Jensen Family. I had the great honor of working with your father in both the business and religious community. But more important, he was a great friend to me. When Sister Ricks passed away, he was right there to give me much needed love and support. Oh how I love him.
May Father in Heaven bless the entire Jensen Family.
Sincerely,
Reed T. Ricks
June 7, 2013
Dear Jensen Family
My late husband, Ed Pearson, and I loved Boyd so much. He was such a good friend to Ed for so many years. Boyd will truly be missed by so many people because he was such a loving and kind man among men. He was valiant in his beliefs and loved others no matter what theirs were. May your family find peace and comfort at this difficult time. He gave so much love, and was truly loved back by all who knew him.
Lorilee Pearson
Marcelyn Neil
June 7, 2013
May your fond memories of your Dad be with you always. How blessed you are to have shared his life with him. Your Dad and your family were wonderful neighbors. I visited with your dad when ever I felt I needed a little advice and always received just the right encouragement. He will always be my favorite bishop and special friend.
Connie Marsden Ballou
June 7, 2013
Dear Jensen family,
We are so sorry for your loss. My dad recently shared some memories with me of he and Boyd causing some trouble as boys growing up on Wasatch St, and Boyd was always so kind to me as one of the Murray South Stake youth YM/YW leaders. Tom and I send our deepest sympathies to Mac and the entire Jensen family.
Tony Sharich
June 7, 2013
Mac and the Jensen
Sorry to hear of your loss.
Tony and Nick Sr Sharich
Ted and Linda Madsen
June 7, 2013
Dear Jensen Family,
How we loved Bishop Boyd. He was a kind and loving man who influenced the lives of so many people. Both of our families have been richly blessed by our association with him and the entire Jensen family. We have so many fond memories of growing up in the old "20th Ward" neighborhood and being surrounded by so many good, solid people and Bishop Boyd was certainly at the top of that list. He truly was "a jewel of a man" and we will all miss him. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Ted and Linda Madsen
June 7, 2013
What a wonderful man and a great neighbor to us in Sunflower Condos. Our deepest condolences in your loss. Ron @ Dorothy Rushton #66.
Leanna Knoebel- Muscato
June 6, 2013
Such a loss to our industry. He will be truly be missed.
Brian Dunn and Family
June 6, 2013
A wonderful man that has given much to all - God, Family, Friends and community. My memories (and lessons taught)by both Boyd and Beverly are forever remembered. His legacy lives on through his children. Our sympathies to Mac and the entire Jensen family.
Judy Jackson
June 6, 2013
To Jane and family,
Although I didn't know your Dad, I felt like I did because of the friendship he and my Mom (Ann Marie Blacker Astle) had....first in their youth, and off and on throughout the years. Then, when you and I became neighbors, and found out our parents had already met, it added a fun dimension our families. I especially appreciated his concern and help when my mother needed some extra care, and you and he found an "angel" that has been a wonderful friend and caregiver for Mom. We are very grateful for his kindness and friendship.
Mike Rosenhan
June 6, 2013
Another of the stalwarts of Hillside Drive is gone (along with north Hillside Drive). I've known Boyd and his family my whole life and always looked up to him and his family. They can be proud that he left a great and wonderful legacy. He was a wonderful man. He was kind and gentle and always had a good word for everyone. I always appreciated his testimony of the gospel. He will be missed. My condolences to his family.
Karalynn Black-Sugden
June 6, 2013
To all Bishop Jensens children and family.
I had the pleasure of Knowing Bishop Jensen and his entire family. We lived next door to him for several years. He was such an inspiration to us all and taught me so much in my lifetime. He always would give a hug and always made me feel like one of his children when ever i was in his home. My condolonces to his entire family. I will cherish his memory all through my life. Thank You Bishop Jensen. It has been a pleasure to grow up with his children they all have left an impact on my life. My thoughts and prayers are with you all....
Becky Graves Wilkes
June 6, 2013
I have so many wonderful memories of your father, he was a great man. I always looked forward to the stories and tidbits he shared with us about my father. Sorry for your loss.
Karalynn Sugden
June 6, 2013
I had the pleasure of Knowing Bishop Jensen and his entire family. We lived next door to him for several years. He was such an inspiration to us all and taught me so much in my lifetime. He always would give a hug and always made me feel like one of his children when ever i was in his home. My condolonces to his entire family. I will cherish is memory all through my life. Thank You Bishop Jensen.
Jim Gawrys
June 6, 2013
Dear Jensen Family,
We would like to offer our sincere condolences over the the loss of your Dad, Father-in-law and Grandfather. I had the opportunity to meet him a few times and have heard many wonderful stories of his goodness and tremendous reach and capacity. I have witnessed, first-hand, his legacy in the exemplary lives of his children, their spouses and grandchildren. May the Lord continue to bless and comfort you during this difficult time.
Jim and Nathalie Gawrys
jillair meine
June 6, 2013
Dear Boyd and Julie and children, spouses and beautiful grandchildren...
i know your father, and grandfather was a great influence in your lives. You shared so many "grandpa Jensen" stories with me over the years. he was a gentle giant in his fine example to you as a pillar of strength and and all that was good and wholesome in this life. i am so sorry for your loss my dear friends...my love to you all, jillair
June 5, 2013
We had the great honor of working with your Dad in the Jordan River Temple he was always smiling and enjoyed serving the youth in the Baptistry. Jane our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
Terry & Becky Atkinson
June 5, 2013
Dear Jensen Family,
We are all so sorry to hear about Boyd's passing, he was a great man of integrity. We were proud to be related to him and happy to know the family. Hope Garth gives him a hearty welcome.
Shirlee Killpack Last and Kids
Darle Taylor
June 5, 2013
My sincere condolences to all the Jensen family. So sorry to hear of the passing of such a great and kind man. My heart goes out to you at this time.
Tom Graves
June 5, 2013
I can honestly say that Bishop Jensen was one of the greatest men I have ever known. My condolences to the entire Jensen family.
DK & Sue Drussel
June 5, 2013
We were so sad to hear of Boyd's passing, as he was such a great man. He will be missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
June 5, 2013
To the family of Boyd...
Your dad, grand-dad friend, co-worker, was a great man. I had the pleasure of working with him at Lagoon for nearly 20 years and in all that time, he always greeted me with a smile, support and interest in my job and life. He will be greatly missed. My heartfelt sympathy goes to you all.
Susanne Malaska
Charlotte Ovard
June 5, 2013
We absolutely love this great man. He will be missed terribly by our entire family. Love & condolences, Charlotte (Werner) & Kurt Ovard & Glen Werner
Lund Sparks
June 5, 2013
To the Jensen Family,
As a teenager, I worked at LaGoon in the accounting office. Each winter we relocated our office to the Terrace in SLC. I got to know Boyd and would like to express to you how much I appreciated him. He was a wonderful person, and I am honored by having associated with him. His picture brought back many memories.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Bob West
June 5, 2013
To Boyd's family: My sincere condolences to you. As a former Swedish missionary (1946-49) I appreciate his devoted service there, and his life-long service to his family, work, community, and church. Bless you all.
Bob West (Saratoga Springs, UT).
Jeff Lazar
June 5, 2013
Dear Mac
My hearfelt condolences to you and your family. You are all in our thoughts.
Alan Anderson
June 5, 2013
Boyd was a wonderful Bishop who taught me some great life lessons and how to excercise faith when I was a young man.
Jeff Sundquist
June 5, 2013
Boyd F Jensen Family
I have had the honour of knowing the Jensen Family my entire life and like the obit states "they are a jewel of the community" Boyd was a unique person, he never forgot a name or a face, was willing to shake your hand and greet you with a warm smile. Whenever I drove by his home, I would peer over to see if he was out working in his yard so I could stop and say, hi. He he was a true family man but, what was really good, was his family was large and encompassed many. Boyd will be missed and I hope "the Jensen Family" will be blessed and honored of having such a wonderful man.
My heartfelt condolences.
Russ Godfrey
June 5, 2013
Jonathan, Boyd and family,
I was sorry to hear about the death of your Dad. He was a great man that took an interest in each of us that were fortunate to be your friends. We were lucky to grow up in great neighborhoods with great rivalries that helped bond friendships. Thank you so much for being a part of my life.
I wish you strength and that your memories are clear.
Kindest regards,
Karen Bingham
June 5, 2013
Dear Jensen Family,
I served with your dad in the Jordan River Temple. We have missed him lately and we've wondered how he was doing. I have very fond memories of working with him in the Prayer Room in the Baptistry. We would take turns giving instructions to the patrons. There was one particular time where he was giving instruction and I noticed a long thread hanging from his shirt sleeve. After he was finished with the instruction I grabbed a pair of scissors and cut it for him. He looked up and said, thank you Beverly. He just knew his dear wife had nudged me to get rid of the thread. He often spoke so fondly of you all and was a very proud dad/grandpa. But the thing that touched me the most was his love for his dear, sweet Beverly. I can just picture the reunion they are having. He is a very special man who will always hold a special place in my heart. I feel it an honor to have known him for a short period of time but his memory will last a lifetime.
Heidi Killpack
June 5, 2013
Dear Jensen Family,
We will always love and remember our dear Uncle Boyd, his kindness and the sterling life he lived. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Deepest Condolences,
David and Heidi Killpack and Family
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