Obituaries

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DeForest – Mark D. Jensen, age 74, was killed when he rushed into a burning building to save a litter of puppies. Or maybe not. We all know how he loved to tell stories. He was born on December 1, 1949, in Ashland, Wisconsin to parents Duane and Marjorie (Lee) Jensen.

Mark's early years were shared with his sister, cousins, and friends creating a tapestry of memories filled with laughter and camaraderie.

Mark attended and graduated from Ashland High School in 1968. Shortly after graduating he went on to attend the University of Wisconsin – Eau Clare, where he met and eventually married the love of his life, Karen N. (Trampush). Mark was a senior marketing representative at Federated Insurance for over 27 years, before retiring in 2007. During this time, he achieved a great deal of recognition and awards. He was an avid golfer, who also enjoyed hunting, fishing, and attending Badger and Packer games.

Mark is survived by his wife Karen; children Chris (Cassie) and Tracy; grandchildren Jozie and Lena; and his sister Lee (Jim) Bujold; and several cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents.

A special thank you to Agrace Hospice for their care of Mark, and specifically to Heather, Melissa, and Stacy.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Agrace Hospice.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 6, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at Ryan Funeral Home, 6924 Lake Road. A visitation will be held at the funeral home on Friday, July 5, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. as well as Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service.

To view and sign this guestbook, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com.

Ryan Funeral Home & Cremation Services

Windsor/DeForest Chapel

6924 Lake Road

608-846-4250