Wilson Lynn Jensen Obituary (1938 - 2013)

W. Lynn Jensen ROY - Wilson Lynn Jensen died peacefully in his sleep at his home in Roy, Utah on the evening of July 4, 2013. It is fitting that he died on Independence Day, because he was such an independent man, right up to his last day. He was born on October 31, 1938 - Halloween - Lynn loved holidays! His beloved wife, Gayle was born on Easter Sunday, 1936. Lynn was born in Brigham City, Utah to Wilson Boyd "Bud" and Dorothy Anderson Jensen. Lynn graduated from Box Elder High in 1956 where he lettered in football, track and field and wrestling. He was awarded athletic scholarships to USU and WSU. He chose to join the U.S. Navy upon graduation at the age of 17. He served as a Hospital Corpsman until his discharge in October 1959. He then attended USU for two years. Lynn met his future wife, Gayle Hancey, by changing her flat tire when she was stranded on the side of the road. She agreed to a date in exchange for the favor, and they were married on May 28, 1962. They raised two children, Steve and Lori, and were together for 43 wonderful years until her death in December of 2005. Lynn was employed by Thiokol for five years, and then he started his career at Hill A. F. B. in 1966 in the Computer Dept. He retired as Branch Chief in Computer Operations and Application Software in September 1997 with 34 years federal service. He was a member of the Roy Eagles and Golden Spike Elk Lodges with a lifetime charter. He was a fan of the Oakland Raiders and enjoyed his football pools. He also loved to go golfing, fishing, deer and duck hunting when ever he could. He was a quick-witted, wonderful man. He will be MISSED GREATLY by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Lynn was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Gayle, and his son Steven Lynn, whom he has dearly missed these last six months. He is survived by his daughter, Lori (Richard) Anderson, Taylorsville, UT; brothers: Phillip Boyd Jensen, Salt Lake City, UT; William Brent "Bill" (Vicky) Jensen, Brigham City, UT; and sisters: Kaylene (Jerry) Nelson, Riverdale, UT; and Shaunna Sandersfeld, Brigham City, UT. A viewing will be Saturday, July 13, 2013 at Myers Mortuary, 205 S. 100 E., Brigham City from 10:00 to 11:25 a.m., there will be a short time to share memories at 11:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your favorite charity. Lori would like to personally thank the Roy City Police and Fire Dept. for their quick response and kind assistance with Lynn's passing. Interment will be in the Brigham City Cemetery. VisitationMyers Mortuary - Brigham City 205 South 100 East Brigham City, UT 84302 July 13, 2013 10:00 AM - 11:25 AM ServiceMyers Mortuary - Brigham City 205 South 100 East Brigham City, UT 84302 July 13, 2013 11:30 AM CemeteryBrigham City Cemetery 325 South 300 East Brigham City, UT 84302 July 13, 2013