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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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I always enjoyed working and knowing Kevin. So sorry about your loss
Dear Joyce and The Jensen Family, We are all terribly saddened by the loss of Kevin. And have you in our thoughts and prayers. Kevin was a client of mine and our shop family for 35yrs. We shared our lives, losses, love of pets Milly, Chloe and the cats. And his love for you! The Antique trips were always his best! Kevin was like family, he always stopped to talk with Rhonda and Robin about his dogs, of how much joy the were to him. In his last trip to the shop Rhonda rushed to get him before he left. To come see a visiting customer with a new miniature puppy. Kevin was all smiles. As he left, he wished the shop a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Kevin will truly be missed by me and his Headlines Family. But we know, with his healed body. He is riding the bike trails of heaven. With our sincere condolences! Becky and The Headlines Family
I always enjoyed working on projects with Kevin around the house. He will be missed and his lost will be felt by many. Praying for the family during this difficult time.
Joyce, sending prayers for peace in the terrible time for you. So enjoyed the privilege of working with both of you-
Joyce, we're still reeling from this sad news, but know that so many loved and adored Kevin. His commitment to the care of others made him so popular with many and his personality gained him respect with peers. Enjoyed being with him and will certainly miss him. Our hope and prayers go with you in the days ahead.
Joyce, your graciousness in phoning me on Christmas Day in the midst of your grief is immeasurable. I have been flooded with memories of my boy KJ’s and my adventurers that began 30+ years ago to include camping, hiking, biking, canoeing, fishing, but truth be told, mostly sitting with a cigar and a beer just being happy to be next to each other. Some events are about a something where nothing can be said—words cannot express the sadness. Be good
I hope the wonderful memories bring you much comfort during this difficult time.
Our dear, kind neighbor. We feel your loss greatly and grieve with your loved ones at your untimely departure from this world. Rest peacefully, friend.
Dear Joyce, We are so sorry to hear of Kevin's passing. We are praying for you to receive comfort and peace today and in the days ahead. Psalm 34:18 "The Lord is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart." Joy and Ralph Keaton