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Jacques Bensard Obituary
11/11/1931 - 04/08/2023
Jacques J. Bensard was born in France, November 11, 1931, and died on April 8, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, David and Denise, his older brother Claude and Jacques and Alexisa's baby son, Alexis Bensard.
February 11, 2013, the love of his life, his wife of sixty-one years passed on. He is survived by his son, Doctor Denis D. Bensard, his wife Jerilyn and granddaughters, Anne and Claire, his younger brother, Gerard Bensard, his wife Sedelle, of Montreal Canada and nephew Phillip Bensard, and niece Jennifer Bensard.
Jacques and Alexisa immigrated to the United States of America in 1953, and were married on August 22, 1953, in the Chapel, Fitzsimons Army Hospital, Aurora, Co. They then made Denver their home. Jacques and Alexisa endeavored themselves to self-educate and learn English.
In 1954, (not yet a citizen), Jacques was drafted in the US Army and served in an infantry unit, intelligence section, Nuremberg Germany. Upon his return, Jacques went to work for the State Industrial School for boys in Golden Colorado as a cottage counselor.
He joined the US Army reserve serving two years. Then on January 15, 1958, Jacques was sworn in as a member of the Denver Police Department, retiring February 1988.
As a parallel career, Jacques joined the Colorado Army National Guard in 1972, achieving the rank of Sergeant First Class with troop Command, Camp George West, in Golden, CO.
After retirement, Jacques and his wife decided to make Lake Havasu their winter home. He loved the warmth of the sun. He was an active member of the Lake Havasu Marine Corps League and had many friends.
Jacques was an entrepreneur, general contractor, skilled carpenter, cabinet maker, and was well thought of by his clients. Jacques loved the outdoors; camping, fishing, hunting and travel.
But above all, Jacques was extremely proud of his citizenship, naturalized in 1955, holding his adopted country to the highest degree of loyalty and gratitude. He had many friends he called family. Jacques passing has left a void in our hearts, and he will be greatly missed. May he rest in eternal peace.
Services to be held at Fairmount Funeral Home on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at 11:00AM.
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Memories and Condolences
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Sandra
June 1, 2025
Sorry that I missed your service thank you thank you for saving my life when you were a Denver policeman you're a good friend I hope you are resting in Jesus your son Dennis became a very good surgeon rip
Charlie and Nancy Zwirn
June 17, 2023
Jacques "Frenchie", was a dear friend to me and my family over several years. I met him through the the Co National Guard. He was a great person in every way. We will miss him.
Charlie and Nancy Zwirn, Sterling Co
Allen Vander Velde
May 16, 2023
Rest in peace great cop friend.thanks for making my rookie year fun but learned a lot from you
Doug Jones
May 14, 2023
Rest in peace old fishing buddy.
jordan
May 14, 2023
Never in my life have I met a man more intelligent, caring, supportive, loving, honest, and (what he considered) funny...in my entire life. I feel more than blessed to have known Jac for my life thus far, and wish I could take the time to explain every lesson He took time to teach me. I love you Jac, and I´ll miss you forever. (Here´s a picture of him in his happy place:)
Ronald Niebur
May 14, 2023
As a retired Denver Police Officer-I can remember working with "Frenchy" he was a Great Person-and he will be missed-RIP
Ronald Niebur
May 14, 2023
As a Retired Denver Police Officer, I can remember working with him. He was a great guy, he will be missed-he always brighten your day
Gary Graham
May 11, 2023
Jacques was a wonderful man and loyal friend. He will be missed....may God bless him as he now sits among the angels! RIP!
Dale Coski
May 11, 2023
Thank you for the kindness you brought into my life after my accident. It will always be remembered.
David and Susan Smirh
May 1, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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