Howard L Jensen PROVO Howard L Jensen, 94, wrapped in the loving arms of his children, returned to his Heavenly Father, Monday, January 10, 2005, at his daughter’s home in St. George, UT. Howard was born October 29, 1910, in Magrath, Canada, to Lehi and Christiana Andersen Jensen. It was in Canada, that he learned the value of hard work as foreman on his father’s ranch and the truthfulness of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, taught to him in his home. Both traits grew ever stronger as he happily went through his mortal life. Howard loved living and found great joy in his existence. He became a self made poet and loved to rhyme words. He found every book, worth reading and never missed an opportunity to learn. He had a singing voice that would melt your heart, danced like Fred Astair and a whistle that was as gentle as the wind or could pierce the evening air, to call his children home. Although he had only an 11th grade education, he became masterful in many areas. He learned to build houses and many did he erect. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints called him on numerous missions. The first as a teenager to his kindred land of Denmark. Then again he was called as Purchasing Agent to the British Isles. There he took his wife and family and served happily at the office in London, helping in the course of creating chapels. He was also set apart as a temple sealer, at the London Temple. He worked diligently in the area to bring about the conversion of many people, to the gospel that he loved. Howard immersed himself with the English citizens and became one with them. Many a dear “Brit” still calls him friend. After returning to the U.S. he went to work for McDonald-Douglas, in their space program. Moving his family to California, he worked as Purchasing Agent for the building of a man-orbiting laboratory (MOL). There he was called to another mission and again was instrumental in bringing about many conversions. His spirit was strong and his testimony of his beloved gospel equally fervent. Eagle scouts soured when Howard was their scoutmaster. His enthusuasm with his brother-in-law Eldon Nelson put together (according to their scouts) the “best team ever.” They took the boys from A to Z and Timbuktu and back, what an experience for all. Scouting did not stop there it went on for decades, wherever Howard went. In his later years he became a land developer. He developed much of the left fork of Springville Canyon, sections in Duchesne County, near Fruitland, that Howard named Valley del Padre. And dabbled in real estate all around Utah. He loved the outdoors and never failed to exclaim, “what a beautiful world we live in.” Howard always felt blessed with what his Lord had imparted to him and he freely shared to all who came in need. Howard met his sweetheart Thelma Nelson on Valentines Day 1932. He was returning from his mission to Denmark, with his companion Elder Eldon Nelson. A prank was to ensue and Howard was to knock on the front door and Elder Nelson, would slip in the back door to surprise the family. As he knocked at the door and it opened “the most beautiful girl I ever saw was standing there.” Thelma and Howard were married May 1, 1935, in the Salt Lake Temple. She preceded him in death December 1994, after 59 years of happiness. He met Elaine Parcell and they were married May 1, 1997. From that union came an extended family that he loved as his own. He and Elaine found joy together for the time that was theirs, they called their home, “the laughing place.” Howard is survived by his children, Kairle (Glade) Terry, Provo; Karma (Gary) Fryer, St. George, Sharon (Brent) Fryer, St. George; Tamara (Bill) Dyet, St. George; Paul Jensen, Reno; David (Joan) Jensen, Orem, his sister Roxy Crossley, twenty-five grandchildren and fifty-six great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Thelma, their baby daughter Jane Ellen Jensen, father and mother Lehi and Jana, his brothers Chester and Donald Jensen and sister Velva Stay and granddaughter Ane Christiana Jensen. Howard’s family extends their love and heartfelt thanks to all the staff at Odyssey Hospice Care in Provo and St. George, especially his angel Susie. Their kind care and support will never be forgotten. Dad couldn’t have made it without you. Nether could have we. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January, 15, 2005 at 11 am at the Bonneville 4th Ward at 1289 E. 300 S. Provo. Friends and family may visit at the chapel Friday evening from 6pm-7 p.m. and one hour prior to the funeral. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Indian Services, 1902 N Canyon Rd #100, Provo, Utah 84604.