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Cindy Claussen
December 8, 2024
Thinking about Marsha today as I listen to the voices of worship! I miss her so much! Love my friend Marsha!
Cindy Claussen
December 8, 2020
I think about her all of the time. She made a huge impact in my life and ministry. I love this woman and I know she’s dancing with Jesus and now probably having a conversation with my John. It’s so hard to let go but we know where they are! Hugs to Lance and the kids.
carol passmore
December 15, 2011
I met Marsha in 1995 after my daughter was born. A friend convinced me to attend a spirit filled bible study class. Well the rest is history. Marsha greeted me with a big hug and smile and she helped me grow and learned to love again. She helped me heal and find the joy that I had been robbed of. I attended every week for many years.
There are just a small handful of people that can move a mountain and Marsha is one of them.
I love her dearly and thank her family for sharing her with me. My love and prayers are now sent to them.
Marsha i'll see you in heaven when it's my time.
thank you!!!
Erin Hiemstra
December 15, 2011
I have sat, and dwelled, on what I can put on here that does any justice to the impact Marsha had on my life. Though we only met once face-to-face, I felt like she was a very special friend. She would always call with just the right words, at just the right time. I also learned a great lesson from Marsha in that if you are busy, you don't answer the phone :) It should not have that control over you.
I have had some major life changes in the the last 8 months, and though she was not well herself, I know she was always praying for me. I still hold tight to the words that she has given me, and have lots of notes from our conversations tucked into my Bible.
She said that she was going to do God's work until she was called home, which I know she did with her whole heart, and smile when I think of God telling her "great job, good and faithful servant". I know that there were lots of smiles in the kingdom the day that Marsha entered. Thank you Marsha, for you love, support, prayers, phone calls, and smiles through the last 10ish years! I will stive to have the passion, zeal, and joy that you had for the Lord!
Erin Raney Hiemstra
Michael Claussen
December 15, 2011
I can only remember talking to her a handful of times me personally and those times that we talked she made major changes in my life. I still remember most of what she told me and it has been a few years since we talked. She will be missed here but I can't even imagine the party God is having for her welcome home party because of the amazing work she did here for Him. She always seemed to be happy. Now she lives in pure happiness. I couldn't be happier for her and thankful for the time we had with her. Thank you Marsha
Michael Claussen
Samuel Claussen
December 15, 2011
I was too young to remember much about Marsha, but I do know the impact she's had on my family; that's still obvious to this day.
John Claussen
December 15, 2011
My prayers are with Lance and the family at this time. This was truly a woman of God, used by God, to touch many lives.
Kevin Turl
December 15, 2011
I remember putting away the communion table one Sunday & questioning myself about the mission work in Thailand. I looked up & Marsha was coming towards me with a big smile on her face. She told me that God had told her to pray with me. When she had finished it was very clear what Sharon & I were doing was God's plan for us. I will really miss getting the Sunday morning hugs from her.
Kevin Turl
Jayme Harvey
December 15, 2011
She heard God's voice like you can hear the voice of someone sitting next to you. Marsha Jepsen, you have inspired me to recklessly open myself up to God's love and power. I will never forget when we were praying together for Josh a few months before we were to be married. Through you God said that Josh would become the husband and partner he dreamed him to be. Because of that prayer, I walked into my marriage with so much hope and have seen the reality of that prophetic word come true. You are dearly loved, adored, and beautiful beyond words. Thank you for loving God and inspiring us to do the same. You have blessed me…you have blessed Josh…you have blessed the world!
Jayme Harvey
Anna Belzer
December 15, 2011
What an encouragement and blessing she was to me. She prayed for and sincerely believed in healing for my husband, Dan. She knew I was writing songs when I told no one - and encouraged me in that. The Lord spoke through her. May she receive a prophet's reward. I just know she is. A beautiful, gentlle and fiesty warrior is home.
Anna Belzer
John Claussen
December 15, 2011
This was truly a woman of God. She was a prayer warrior. She made such a difference in my ministry, and in my family and friends. She spent her life introducing people to Jesus. And now that same Jesus has introduced her to the Father. Well done, good and faithful servant.
You are all in my prayers. Pastor John Claussen
cindy claussen
December 15, 2011
I am lost. I am mourning my mentor and friend. I keep thinking of all the times she helped me through family situations and encouraged me in my ministry. She was there when my nephew drowned, when my husband had a heart attack, when my kids were lost, when my mom had cancer, when my grandma died, when I felt defeated in ministry. She prayed with me over my youth groups and over my husbands calling. She prayed with me when I wrote Nathans story and encouraged me to publish it. She prayed over my illnesses and rebuked satan over my mind heart and spirit. She changed so many hearts when I was with people and said, " I know someone we need to call." They would take the phone and go into a room by themselves and come out with God on their face. She was there for me in every need. When John ...went to Africa she was there. She was always there. I witnessed healings by her side, physically and spiritually. I saw her bing and rebuke satan and demons ran screaming. But most of all I remember that she made me dance. She took my hand and pulled me out in front of our whole Bible study group and made me dance before the Lord. I was totally embarassed at that moment but through the years I see how she was leading me to forget myself and the world and just dance before the Lord. Through Marsha, I experience God in ways that can't be explained. Ways that aren't of this world. She is dancing before Jesus now. I know that's where she is. She always said to me, "I asked the Lord to keep me here until my life's work is done." Well she is gone from this world, but her ministry to all of us is alive. We need to continue her lifes work. We need to have her passion, conviction, boldness and courage. I love her so much and will miss my great prophet friend.Today Marsha walked through the gates of heaven and bowed before the Lord she served. The angels are rejoicing because a prophet came home today. Im sure there was a great uprising of applause for this curly haired wild woman who answered yes to the Lord and changed our world. Praise you Jesus for her life on this earth. This servant made a difference.
Lois Corley
December 14, 2011
I am so sorry about our Bible study leader and friend. I don't know how we will make it without her. She was always there for you no matter how she felt. I'm just devestated.
Sandy (nation) Stokes
December 14, 2011
LANCE JEPSON & FAMILY, I went to high school with Marsha. The pic you have posted of her is the same smile she had as a young girl. She was a very sweet person in school and i'm sure she was a great lady . So sorry for your loss of a loved one.
Nancy Barnes
December 14, 2011
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Paul VanWinkle
December 14, 2011
Lance, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear wife Marsha. When you and she welcomed me into your home to work on your computer I was immediately taken with her sweetness and the warm and very kind welcome she extended to me. Those brief encounters with her made me keenly aware of what a warm and kind person she really was. My thoughts are with you and your family at this time and I hope you or David will not hesitate to contact me if I can be of any help to you and your family at this time or ever. While your business was always appreciated, my offer of assistance is personal and not business. And once again, it only took those two visits to your home for me to see what a wonderful lady that you were so fortunate to have found to call your wife and life partner. I truly envy you for that wonderful gift. Please except my sincere offer and heartfelt sympathy. I don't know what waits for us on the other side Lance, but I strongly believe you will be together again. Your friend, Paul VanWinkle
Delphina Pacheco
December 14, 2011
I knew Marsha when we were girls going to High School at Redwood and she was always a sweet and wonderful person, always happy and always had a smile on her face for everyone! I am going to miss her very much...sometimes years pass and we don't visit as often as we should have but the memories we shared as young girls will be with me always!! Sincerely Delphina (Domingues) Pacheco
Christine Martens
December 14, 2011
Dearest Jepson Family...I have had the pleasure of getting to know Marsha for the past few years and she was always a pleasure and a little ray of sunshine when she was around. I will miss her positive attitude and sweet smile...She was a treasure and now she is an Angel...May God show each of you peace at this sad time and wrap His Loving Arms around you and comfort you...Sincerely, Christine Martens/Studio West 300 Salon
Kim Carroll-Weeks
December 13, 2011
Krista and children, my heart hurts for your loss, but know that your mom/ grandmother is no longer in pain or suffering. She touched many lives and will be remembered for her selfless kindness. Hugs and prayers to all of you. Kim Carroll Weeks
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