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Charles Jensen Obituary
Friends and family may call from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday (June 15) at the Townsend-Wood Funeral Chapel, 201 E. Elm St., Penn Yan, NY. His service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday (June 16) at the Penn Yan First Presbyterian Church, corner of Main and Clinton St., Penn Yan.
Memorial Donations can be made to the Yates County Sheriff Office K-9 Fund in recognition of his "canine grandsons" Argo and Kinni. 227 Main St., Penn Yan, NY 14527.
Chuck was born in Penn Yan on February 6th, 1950, the son of Lester H. and Jean L. (Kirkpatrick) Jensen. He graduated from Penn Yan Academy in 1968 and moved to Rochester, NY where he worked for Gleasons for 3 years. After which he was employed as a Lineman (Chief) for NYSEG for the past 41 years. He was a member of the Loyal Order of the Moose #2030, Seneca Lake Duck Hunters Club, the Elks Lodge #1722, Sons of the American Legion, and his IBEW local #249. He was a lifelong NASCAR racing fan, motorcyclist, lawn mower extraordinaire, and dance floor enthusiast. He was most comfortable lounging by his pool in his swim trunks with a Michelob Ultra in his hand. His greatest joys in life were his children, grandchildren and family. His family is eternally grateful that he spent his last weekend on this earth enjoying the Monster Mile NASCAR Race at Dover, Del.
Chuck is survived by his son, Brandon (Joy) Jensen; daughter, Jori Jensen (Eric) Cincotta; step-daughter, Erin Kennedy (Eric) Hodges; grandchildren, Cody, Skylar, Mckelvie, Jaxon, Anne Olivia, Marcella, Natalie, Reeve, Owen and Ava; father, Lester Jensen; siblings, Roger & Becky Jensen, Bonnie Perry, Deb Jensen, and Timothy Jensen; several nieces, nephews and cousins. He is also survived by his loving companion, Cindy Smith, who he said gave him the best year of his life.
He was predeceased by his mother, Jean Jensen, his brother-in-law, Glea Perry, and his brother Randy Jensen.
Friends and family may sign the guestbook at www.townsendwoodfuneralchapel.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Charles Jensen
Amy Tournour-Bagley
June 28, 2012
My sincere condolences to The Jensen Family. I remember spending many a beer-filled weekend watching NASCAR at Watkins Glen with the Jensens. I hope that your cherished memories help you through this difficult time.
Deb Fox
June 17, 2012
Chuck, you were so excited about your upcoming retirement, Getting that darn hip replaced and enjoying your life with Cindy....No words can express my sorrow to all of your loved ones. I'm so glad that I got to be one of your many friends over the years. You, my friend, will be greatly missed...
June 17, 2012
To Jori, Eric and their loving family,
Please know that we are thinking of you and praying for you.
Love, Craig and Sara
Patricia Bartlett
June 16, 2012
Jori, Brandon, Lester and Family,
We are deeply sorry for your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sorrowful time. May this fine man, and friend to all who knew him, rest in peace. God bless you all.
Patti and Keith Bartlett
Holly and Tom Swarthout
June 16, 2012
Thoughts are with the "Jensen Families" on this most difficult day. Chuck will be sadly missed by his family and friends without a doubt. May you all find comfort today with "happy thoughts" of what he brought into your lives.
Jori Erb
June 15, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of the Jensen family. Chuck was a great brother-in-law and will miss him dearly. He will always be with us and watching over you guys with that big smile on his face.
Bill Towns
June 13, 2012
On behalf of National Commander Jim Roberts the prayers of The Sons of The American Legion are with the family as we praise God for the life of this member. May he rest in peace as the fruits of his service to community, state, and nation flourish.
National Chaplain
Sons of The American Legion
Shane Kanouff
June 13, 2012
Heres to one of the best washerboard players ever. Chuck will be sorely missed at each and every Pocono events from now on. Our prayers are with his family. Shane and Kim Kanouff
Janet Hayton
June 13, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Jensen family. There was a "hole" among the crowd at the Ducks tonight. Will miss seeing him walk in every Wed. night. Janet and Dennis
KEITH FULLAGAR
June 13, 2012
MY THOUGHTS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY. CHUCK WAS A VERY SPECIAL PERSON INDEED. HE ALWAYS FOUND A WAY TO MAKE ME LAUGH AND ALWAYS MADE SURE TO SAY HELLO TO EVERYBODY HE WAS AROUND. I TO WILL MISS HIM
Jeff Parmelee
June 12, 2012
My heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to Brandon and the Jensen family during this difficult time. Chuck was a good man and I enjoyed knowing him.
Dennis Hogan
June 12, 2012
My sympathies to Brandon, and family. I will miss Chuck babysitting everybody at Pocono, but know he'll always be watching over us !
Carolyn Partridge
June 12, 2012
My deepest condolence to Jori, Brandon and family.
Christian Williamson
June 12, 2012
Chuck was a good friend at work. He always worked with you and was fun during the marching times. "Love ya Chuck,thanks for your help and your friendship."
Pauline Champlin
June 12, 2012
Lester & Bonnie and family I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers goes out to all of the family. Chuck will be missed very much.
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