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Gilbert Jensen Obituary

Jensen, Gilbert V. age 81, of Lindenhurst, formerly of Forest Glen in Chicago, passed away at home May 16, 2009. He was born November 6, 1927 in Chicago, IL, the beloved husband of Lorrayne Jensen (nee Collamore) "Collie" of nearly 62 years, loving father of Eric (Denise) Jensen and Christine (Ronald) Liske, dear grandfather of Jennifer (Don) Baker and Julie Liske, Derek and Dana Jensen, adopted grandfather to Cameron, Collin and Calvin Demski, great-grandfather to Jada, A.J. and Kaidon, brother to Earl (Naomi) Jensen and Pearl (the late Dick) Richter; uncle Gum to many nieces and nephews, brother-in-law to Wayne (Bobbie) Collamore, preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Agnes Jensen. Remembrance luncheon will be held in his memory. For details please call 847-265-5099. Interment private. Donations may be made to your favorite charity or Midwest Palliative Care, Libertyville, IL. Marsh Funeral Home, of Gurnee is in charge of arrangements.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 24, 2009.

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Bobbie Collamore

June 8, 2009

Dear Collie,
The lovely luncheon was a proper memorial to Gil.
We all have good memories of him and ofcourse both of you.
Your 60th celebration was wonderful and we all had such a great time.
We Love you all very much.
Bobbie & Cook

Kelli Wisla

May 29, 2009

Dear Aunt Collie,

You are in my thoughts and prayers....Wow 62 years....that's awesome!

I remember the gum Uncle Gil used to let me pull out of his pocket....something so simple yet always stuck with me....I remember looking forward to it each and every time we saw you guys...I am truly grateful to have been in your lives...

If you need anything at all please don't hesitate to call me...

I'm sure my mom met him at the gates! I love you ....

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