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JENSEN, June Elizabeth (née Ingram)

June 14, 1936 — November 5, 2024

Born on June 14, 1936, in Creston, BC, June Jensen, after a long and full life spanning 88 years, passed on November 5, 2024, in the Central Okanagan Hospice House in Kelowna, BC.

“June Bug” is survived by her children Jack, Tracy and Darren (Michelle); grandchildren: Aaron, Desiree, Conor, Autumn, Haven and Liberty; three great-grandchildren; sister-in-law Thelma Ingram; brother-in-law Keith Jensen, many nieces & nephews; cousins Lis & Paul Jensen in Denmark and her very dear friends John Gilmore, Josie and Alana. Sadly, she was predeceased by her beloved husband, Aksel Jensen; grandson Kyle Jensen; parents, Bert & Lena Ingram; her sister Shirley; brothers Don and Melvin; sister-in-law Noretta; and by her treasured dog Charly.

June’s journey took her from her birthplace in Creston to Victoria, BC and beyond. Bound together since she was just a young teenager, June and Aksel built a lifetime together, their love and companionship deepening with each passing year, creating a bond that remained unbreakable through all of life’s seasons. June built a life around the family she loved so deeply. Aksel was her first and only true love and her greatest joy was her three children.

Feisty and strong-willed, she thrived in every role she took on. She and Aksel worked side by side in the store they owned and operated, Paul’s Superette, in Creston, BC to the casino in Victoria, BC where she worked as a supervisor and Aksel worked as a black jack dealer.  June enjoyed the thrill of bingo and was a devoted golf fan, cheering on her favourite players,Tiger Woods and Viktor Hovland. In her next life, we’re certain she’ll be hitting the fairways as a natural.

Burial will be private and a Celebration of Life for June will take place at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Central Okanagan Hospice House, in memory of our June Bug.

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  • Brian Cunningham says:
    November 8, 2024 at 11:18 am

    It is with heavy heart we heard this news though I can’t help to chuckle to myself looking back and remembering so many fun times with your folks and the family. R.I.P. Mrs J your remembered fondly by many, Cheers

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  • Alanna Baxter says:
    November 8, 2024 at 6:49 pm

    Condolences to the family. June was one of a kind. We had a special connection and she will be missed. Dave and I had many great memories with June and Aksel.
    Alanna and Dave ❤

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  • Greg Egan says:
    November 8, 2024 at 10:03 pm

    June and her husband Aksel were my 2nd parents while playing hockey in Creston 1977-78.
    Fun loving hardworking people who were so proud of their son Darren who made it to the NHL .
    June worked tirelessly at Pauls Superette in Creston but always had time for people for coffee and a smoke and a card game in their dining room .
    So sorry about your moms passing Yenz .
    Eags

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  • Marlene Anne Toland says:
    November 9, 2024 at 10:57 am

    Junie was an inspiration to watch, so full of energy plus….She will be sadly missed am sure by all. My sincere condolences to all her family members…She is up there with her hubby Aksel and her heavenly family…. Cousin Marlene.

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