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Kevin Dean Jensen, 62, of Morganton passed away unexpectedly on December 25, 2023. Kevin was born in Kearney, Nebraska to Janet Pettis and the late Reverend Alvin Jensen on May 24, 1961. Being the son of a minister, he grew up moving between Missouri and Kansas. Understandably, Kevin immediately fell in love with the beautiful mountain terrain of Western North Carolina and its vast hiking and biking trails. Kevin received a B.S. degree in Psychology from Pittsburg State University, Kansas, and his M.A. degree in Psychology from Appalachian State University, Boone, NC. He spent his career serving people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities both in Kansas and North Carolina. Upon his retirement Kevin was employed as a Staff Psychologist at J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center. In addition to his mother of Rapid City, SD, Kevin is survived by his wife of thirty-one years, Joyce McCarn Jensen of the home and a brother, Keith Jensen, of Englewood, Colorado. Kevin is also survived by a special sister-in-law, Janice M. Goode of Fletcher, NC; niece Mollie G. Phillips of Hendersonville, NC; nephew, Robert S. Goode, Jr. of Asheville, great-nephew Noah Phillips of Hendersonville, and a host of special friends.
A graveside service will be held Friday, December 29, 2023 at 2:00pm at Oak Hill United Methodist Church cemetery with the Reverend Adam Love officiating. Memorials may be directed to The Men's Club of Morganton, Bikes 4 Kids, PO Box 3825, Morganton, NC or to Oak Hill United Methodist Church, 2239 Hwy 181, Morganton, NC.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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This is Brad Burkes in Brownsville, Texas. I am Kevin's cousin and about the same age. I found myself thinking about Kevin Tuesday morning not knowing that he had passed the day before. We were close when we were little kids exploring the woods at the church camp in Pittsburgh, Missouri. I remember him as fearless as we explored and climbed the tallest trees. He had a great sense of humor and was able to get along with anyone. Joyce, you connected with my parents when passing through Omaha, Nebraska, AL and Joyce Burkes. My mom was impressed by you and always said that you were very good for Kevin. I was sad that we grew apart as our callings took us to different parts of the country. But I look forward to seeing him in eternity, knowing that he was and is a true "Child of God" in our Savior, Jesus Christ! He is now "Reigning with Christ" Revelation 22:1-5, 2nd Timothy 2:11-13 Praying for all of you who love Kevin! Brad Burkes.
Praying that you will find comfort Joyce in all the beautiful memories you have shared with Kevin. He was such a great guy. This is a tremendous loss.
Sending prayers your way Joyce. I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Kevin was always an all around good guy. Enjoy working with him. I will keep you in my prayers as the days to come.
Joyce, We are so sorry to hear this. Praying God wraps you in his arms and brings you comfort. Mike and Donnie Crump
Joyce, I am so sorry to hear about Kevin. He was a real stand up guy and I enjoyed working with him. He was always so nice to the staff and the residents. Sorry about your loss.
Our love and prayers are with you, Joyce. The life you and Kevin had together was special and blessed. May you find peace and comfort in remembering and going forward with God’s protection and guidance. With our love, prayers and respect, John and Patsy Meyer
Joyce, we are thinking of you. We pray for God’s comfort and blessings for you during this difficult time. May he Rest In Peace.
Joyce, I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for you and your family.
So very sad to hear. Sending much love your way, Joyce.