MaryEllen C. Jensen
October 6, 1934 ~ May 20, 2024
Born in:
New Rockford, North Dakota
Resided in:
Moorhead, Minnesota
MaryEllen Catherine Jensen, a wife, mother grandmother, great grandmother, and friend, who passed away at the age of 89 on May 20, 2024, at River Pointe of Moorhead, surrounded by her beloved family.
MaryEllen, born on October 6, 1934, in New Rockford, North Dakota, moved to Fargo in 1941 and was a former student of the Sacred Heart Academy, where she excelled in figure skating.
MaryEllen’s life changed forever when she met the love her life, Lloyd, whom she married in 1951. The couple eventually settled in Moorhead in 1956, where they lovingly raised their five perfect children. MaryEllen was a devoted homemaker and instilled in her children a love for nature, dogs, teaching them how to sew and taking the family out to Boot Lake. She made many memories with the family and found solace watching loons and hummingbirds.
Active in her community, MaryEllen dedicated her time to St. Francis De Sales Catholic Church, Christian Mothers, and serving as a den mother for the scouts. She was a active staple at neighborhood functions. Known for her infectious laughter, warm smile, and caring nature, MaryEllen was a breath of fresh air. She always knew what to say and was a great listener in return. Her family was her world, and she was a devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and wife always reminding her family how much they were loved.
MaryEllen is survived by in death by her husband, Lloyd; children, Wayne (Celeste) Jensen, Debra (Timothy) Fraser, Valerie (David) Muellenbach, Vicki (Mark) Orvik, Heidi (Matt) Mayer; grandchildren, Emily (Derek) Valenzuela, Ryan (Tiffany) Fraser, Danielle (Jason) Lybek, Amy Mattson, Adam (Amanda) Muellenbach, Alicia (Ryan) Turner, Matthew (Jessica) Orvik, Tanner Mayer, Parker (Carlee) Mayer; great grandchildren, Myles, Siena and Zara Valenzuela, Jameison Meinen, Cade Lybek, and Alexandra Lybek, Max and Sean Fraser, Emma and Avery Mattson, Addison and Owen Muellenbach, Lily and Logan Turner, Brielle Orvik; sister in laws, Betty Decker, Bonnie McMannus, Rosalie Foley; brother in law, Leland Jensen; and many nieces and nephews.
MaryEllen was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Laverne, Leroy, and Roger Klocke; and infant sister.
Services
Visitation - Friday: May 24, 2024 10:00 am - 11:00 am
St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church
601 15th Ave N
Moorhead, MN 56560
(218) 233-4780
https://stfrancismhd.org/
Funeral Service - Friday: May 24, 2024 11:00 am
St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church
601 15th Ave N
Moorhead, MN 56560
(218) 233-4780
https://stfrancismhd.org/
Burial - Friday:
St. Joseph Catholic Church, Moorhead, MN
218 10th St S Moorhead
Moorhead, Minnesota 58051
(218) 236-5066
https://stjoesmhd.com/
Mary Ellen was my special friend since 1956. I loved her and we had so much fun together.
God only takes the best and she was certainly in that category.
May she rest in peace in god’s arms and I will keep her family in my thoughts and prayers.
Edith Bergh
Mary Ellen was so kind and joyful whenever we saw her at her granddaughter, Alica and husband Ryan’s house in Mound, MN. She especially got a kick out of her energetic and darling great-grandchildren Lily and Logan and enjoyed giggling and playing with them! Those sweet memories of Great-Grandma will be treasured forever, along with so many, many more. In the loving arms of Jesus. My love to the entire family. Cindy Turner
Thank You Cindy, for your beautiful words. She will be so missed, but is at peace now.
Our condolences to MaryEllen’s loved ones. We were neighbors for many years in North Moorhead and shared many memories.
Ralph and Donna Lemar
Our sympathies to Lloyd and family. We have fond memories of MaryEllen and the Jensen family. Our prayers to all of you.
Kirk and Mary (Robideau) Stevens
Dearest family of Mary Ellen, we have lost such a dear sweet awesome woman! She was one of the kindest, most friendly , welcoming lady I have ever met! She so quickly made us feel like part of the family! She had the most awesome personality! I loved her beautiful smile and her laugh! She raised the most wonderful daughters! I am so sorry for the loss of your wonderful lovely Mom! She will be so missed! Hugs to Lloyd, Val, Heidi, Debbie and Vickie!
Prayers for you and the family .
Thoughts and prayers to Lloyd and all of my cousins. Aunt Mary Ellen was always a pleasure to converse with, her loss is felt by many. I hope when she arrives in heaven that she can give my dad a big hug.
Kelly & Angie Klocke
Yolande Delaney. She was a great friend. Best wishes and prayers to Lloyd and family.
There are a lot of fond memories of the old neighborhood and neighborhood friends. Mom and MaryEllen were such great friends and when the folks moved I know Mom really missed her good friend..
Sorry for your great loss. MaryEllen was a great talker and a sweet person.
Warm thoughts and deep sympathy,
Brenda ( Thiel) Lund
Thank you Tanya . She will be so missed. Mom also cherished her friendship.