Sandra Jane Jensrud

Sandra Jane Jensrud obituary, Aitkin, MN

Sandra Jane Jensrud

Sandra Jensrud Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by McGregor Funeral Home and Cremation Service, McGregor on Nov. 6, 2025.

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Sandra Jane Jensrud, 78 of Tamarack passed away Saturday, November 1, 2025 at her home. She was born November 1, 1947 in Salem, Oregon the daughter of Bruce and Ann (Booth) Buell. She graduated from Brea High School in California in 1965. Sandra was united in marriage to Gordon Allen Jensrud on November 1, 1967 in Oceanside, CA. They farmed together, running a dairy and sheep farm. She enjoyed gardening and canning and grew most of her own food that she served at the dinner table. She also enjoyed crossword puzzles, collecting dolls, watching "Wheel of Fortune" and "Judge Judy", and she never complained about anything. She would make a chocolate and mayo birthday cake with peanut butter frosting for family birthdays that everyone loved.
She was preceded in death by her husband Gordon on July 31, 2019, sister Susan Cruz and parents Bruce and Ann Buell.
Sandra is survived by her children: Janelle Jensrud, Heidi (Bud) Joyce and Shannon Jensrud; Grandchildren: Brogen Jensrud–Peura, Kira Jensrud–Peura, Megan Norby, Courtney Norby, Taylor Jubie, Brianna Jensrud and Mason Jensrud; four grat-grandchildren and 1 on the way;
Brothers David (Carol) Buell and Jeff Buell; Many other relatives and friends who mourn her passing.
A gathering of family and friends for a visitation will be 3pm to 5pm – Thursday, November 6, 2025 at McGregor Funeral Home in McGregor. To leave a message of condolence go to www.srtfuneral.com
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