Mary Jensen Obituary
Mary Frances Jensen, age 79, of Sheridan found her Heavenly home this morning, January 17, 2025. She was born August 28, 1945, in Sheridan, AR. She was the daughter of the late CV "Vasco" and Kathern Kelley Paty.
She was so friendly and helpful to all those who needed her. She worked at Walmart and at the old gas station the "By-Pass". She loved her customers.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded by her first husband, J.S. Pete Smith and her second husband, Clarence "Butch" Jensen. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Martha Ann Paty and Ellen June Morse.
Survivors include her two children, Frances Kay Williams (Bobby) and James S. Smith. She had one granddaughter Stormi Walters and one great-grandson Abel Walters. She also had three "bonus" grandchildren, Crystal Martin, Konrad Williams and Thad Williams and six bonus great-grandchildren, and her brothers Charles Paty, Claude Lee Paty and Harley Paty.
Per Frances's wishes she will have no service. The family will hold a graveside service at a later date.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
1301 S Rock St P.O. Box 276, Sheridan, AR 72150
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