Richard G Jorgensen

It has been too long...but I just now saw Doc´s obit. We go back to 1998. He and I became so close maybe due to my love and interest in horticultural. We worked together at Henry Doorley Zoo/garden. Doc taught me so much and I would go to the end of the earth to attempt to repay him. He had so much knowledge in so many different things. He was my biggest support while I attended Nursing School in Kansas City MO. It is so sad to see he is just a memory now...but it is about the best memory of my entire life! Thank You Doc.

Until I see you again
Best
Gary

Richard was a Nephew to my Grandmother Louise Landanger and had many family gatherings Deepest Sympathy to His Family

My condolences to the family. I have many fond memories of activities with Dr. J. Hunting for morel mushrooms, square dances, Minne Lusa school carnivals, and laughing at almost everything. RIP

Dick ALWAYS blessed others whose positive demeanor and a smile on his face. He will certainly be missed. There are few like him.

Dr. J was a awesome person. Everyone loved very much.

He was so passionate at Minne Lusa. The carnivals, Halloween parades scouts and many more events that made that school so amazing. I can still hear his laughter. Mom worked in the office with him and she was so happy to work with him. He even helped safely relocate a honey bee hive at my grandparents house. Just an amazing man.

I attended Minne Lusa from 1st to 6th grade and was impressed that Dr. Jorgensen knew every child´s name AND their parents´ names. Being married to a service member and traveling around the world, I thought that it was normal for ALL principals to know everyone´s name at their schools. Sadly I was mistaken and longed for another Dr. Jorgensen in my children´s lives. He cared and he listened. I have so many stories that I would love to share about Dr. Jorgensen, but my fondest was seeing him at Crossroads while I was in town visiting with my first child (newborn). He remembered my name and took my daughter as if he was her grandfather. We sat and chatted he was holding my daughter. I will never forget. RIP!
One of your favorite students- LOL
Deidre Greer Robinson
Prince William County Virginia

I enjoyed knowing Dr Jorgensen. We crossed paths any times since I taught at Miller Park. He always had such a positive attitude.

Mrs. J. Dick was the guiding light for my career in teaching. He was a giant and I will never forget him.
Doug

Thank you Dr. Jorgensen.

First off. I´m praying for the family of Dr. J. May peace and comfort be with you through this hard time.
A couple memories that will forever be burned into my brain... getting birthday "spankings" at Minne Lusa. The "paddle" and " a pinch to grow an inch". Lol. Also, I remember being at Benson high as a junior or senior and Dr. J was serving lunch!!! I said hi and to my amazement he still remembered who I was after 6 years!!! We chatted like he had always been my principal! Amazing guy!! Will be greatly missed. He made a difference in alot of people´s lives!!

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

A favorite memory of mine is Dr. J's flair for language. He described me as a "wart on his nose!" when Burke High principal ask for his opinion of my ability to be a high school librarian. Thank you Dr. J, Burke was my last library until I retired. His skills as a leader created a great school for so many teachers, students and parents.

So sorry for your loss!
Dr.J was a wonderful principal the kids and staff loved him!
May you rest in peace! Prayers to the family.

Mr. Jorgensen was a man to be feared when I was young, and a respected friend as I got old. What a joy to be FB friends with him and recall the old days. After all those years he still remembered his Minne Lusa kids!

From a Minne Lusa student-may DrJ rest in peace; may his family be in peace knowing that DrJ made a difference in a community.

My deepest sympathy to Leilani and family. Great memories of my teaching days
Under Dr.J at ML from 1985-1990. He will be greatly missed!

Love to his family from Omaha. Many wonderful memories of Dr. J.

I was one excited new library teacher when he accepted me to teach at Minne Lisa for 15 years. When I applied to begin teaching Burke High School his recommendation about me included that I was "a wart on his nose" thinking new ideas for the kids to do. " Dr. J" you touched so many lives and created so much joy for everyone! Carol Nickerson

Dr. J is the reason for some of our finest memories during our time as students at Minne Lusa. He helped shape my brother and I to be fine, hard working and honest people. Rest in Peace.

The Hedrick Kids
(Daniel and Leigh)

Dr. j was my first principal at Minne Lusa where I watched him retire. He pulled more of my baby teeth than my own dentist. I remember him coming back to visit and showing us his African Safari trip he had taken. This has caused me to someday do the same either before or when I retire. It will be sad not to read his yearly updates anymore, but I will be happy to know he is at peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Dr. J.

Thank you for your wonderful leadership. You were a wonderful principle. May you rest in power.

Rest in Peace Dr.J. Thank you for your years of service at Minne Lusa. I will treasure the memories we created at ML and you will forever be missed!

Thank you Dr. J for all your years of service. Minne Lusa will never be the same. RIP.

I went to Minne Lusa for Kindergarten and 1st grade and it is was fond time in my life. I remember Dr. J as a cool guy. RIP Dr. J.

Dr J Was My Principal At Minne Lusa . RIP

We were so sorry to read this. Dick was such a great guy. We had some great times at SOHS meetings and events.
Linda and Roger Tederman

Dick was an outstanding educator and wonderful principal. Students loved him and teachers loved him. RIP Dr. J. You have performed admirably. You have earned your place in heaven.

Dick worked at ESU #3 managing our catering kitchen--he was a great asset and such a fun person. We kept up with him via Facebook after he moved to Minnesota. He left a great legacy for his family. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Jane and Bob Patterson