Dr. Jan Roderick Mensink
Dr. Jan Roderick Mensink
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Dr. Mensink was born to John and Bonny Mensink in Vancouver, BC, Canada. In 1972 he married Dorothy Streifling. Rod started his career as an artistic stone mason, and later went to university to pursue his medical career. He did residencies in Family Practice and Neurosurgery, as well as working extensively in the Emergency Room. In 2012 he started his own medical office, The Practice, in Bakersfield, CA. He was passionate about using his medical practice to help people, and has blessed many people physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
Rod was a renaissance man who could fix anything, built two houses with his own hands, and built and flew a helicopter. He invented and patented a medical device, regularly grew a large garden, and enjoyed travel, including medical missions. His Christian faith was paramount in his life, and his life message was, "Mercy to Me, Mercy to You". Visit https://drmensink.com/radio/ to listen to his sermon, which has profoundly impacted many lives.
Dr. Mensink is survived by:
his wife of 54 years, Dorothy;
his daughters Heidi and Sonja, and son-in-law Arkan Al-Amin;
his 4 grandchildren Jahan & Leila Rashidi, and Jonathan & Elisha Al-Amin;
his sisters Jenny White and Marion Gordon, and brother-in-law Al Gordon.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Bonny Mensink, and his brother Jack Mensink.
His memorial will be held at Valley Baptist Church, Olive Drive Campus, 5500 Olive Dr, Bakersfield, at 10 AM on Monday, July 28.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Rod's favorite mission: the work of his daughter and son-in-law, Sonja and Arkan Al-Amin. They are missionaries in Lebanon with Horizons International. Give online at https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/horizons-international/arkanandsonja . Or make checks out to Horizons International, and in the memo line write that it's for Arkan Al-Amin. Mail to:
Horizons International
PO BOX 18478
Boulder, CO 80308
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Anthony & Deana Cardenas
July 27, 2025
What an honor to have know Rod!
He was such a great Dr and a great friend . We will miss this great servant of God. He will be deeply missed . Our hearts and prayers are with his wife and family .
Anthony & Deana Cardenas
Kathy Harlan
July 25, 2025
Thinking of Dr Mensick´s family at this time of loss!!
Mike and Alanna Rucks
July 21, 2025
We had the privilege of having Dr. Mensink as our family doctor for thirteen years. We will miss him beyond words. Not only was he a courageous, kind and skilled physician but he was an even better man.
Patients´ welfare and wellbeing were paramount in his practice.
Jan Mensink
July 20, 2025
It was a shock to learn that Rod has passed away. He was a remarkable and talented person.
I wish everyone who was close to him a lot of strength in coping with this loss.
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Yvonne Streifling Lee and Debbie Lee Weygandt
July 20, 2025
I'll always remember the family reunion we had at your home in California and how impressed I was with Jan's amazing creativity in finding ways to brilliantly use technologies to save resources. He really was gifted. I also have greatly appreciated strong, wise, Christian stands he took even under unbelievable pressure to conform. Integrity and genius marked his life in every aspect, and his rewards will be many. Our condolences and blessings to those left behind.
Karen Paul
July 19, 2025
Dr Mensink was a terrific Dr. he would always tell me "Don´t worry I´ll fix ya, I just need to get down to it". That´s just what he did. When I heard of his passing I was really sad. A shame to lose a great Dr someone who really cared about his patients. I wasn´t just a number he knew me & ALL MY PROBLEMS. Best thing is I knew he love the lord. He made sure you knew it to. When I walked into his office I´d always see this picture & it was comforting. You will be deeply missed & I´ll miss hearing you on the radio doing your segments. Prayers to your family at this time & always.
Laurel Bush
July 19, 2025
So sorry for your loss Laurel and Jeff Bush
Contessa Mensink
July 18, 2025
Dear Family,
I was so sorry to hear about your loss. I wanted to extend my heartfelt condolences to our family and friends.
I remember him fondly as Dorothy´s husband and the proud father of Heidi and Sonja. He had such a unique spirit-a renaissance cowboy of a doctor-and left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him. I always admired his forward-thinking approach to preventative and concierge medicine, and to this day, whenever I think about optimal Vitamin D levels, I think of him.
His intelligence and adventurousness were unforgettable-building his own helicopter is something I still find incredible and inspiring.
Wishing you peace and comfort in the days ahead. He lived an extraordinary life and will be remembered well.
Warmly,
Contessa
Clay Koerner
July 18, 2025
Was a great friend, always ready to offer a helping hand. Lead our Tuesday morning Bible study group and always offered solid medical advice. I´m going to miss my friend!
Fawn Dessy
July 18, 2025
Rod was one of the best people I ever had the pleasure of knowing. He leaves a gap that cannot be filled.
Nelisa Vega
July 18, 2025
He touched so many lives and his memory will live on through his precious family. Blessings and love, The Vega Family
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