DANA GAY JENSEN

Dana Gay Jensen, 72, Saxeville, Wisconsin passed away unexpectedly in the Town of Lind, reuniting with the love of her life, Richard (Dick) Jensen.

She was born in Frostburg, Maryland, daughter of Robert (Mick) Harden and Anna (Skidmore) Harden.

Dana graduated from Beall High School in 1966 and Frostburg State University with a degree in education.  She spent her teaching career at Raymond Elementary School retiring in 2013.  After retirement, she became a substitute teacher in the Wild Rose School District.  Dana was a second mother in and outside of the classroom and continued to follow her student’s successes in life.  She was a kind soul, welcoming prior students into her home while they embarked on their future teaching careers.

Dana and Dick spent 23 years in Franklin and 13 years in Caledonia.  Upon retirement, she became a permanent resident on Long Lake in Waushara County.  During her life she treasured her time with family and friends, hosting gatherings at her lake home, and searching for the “next treasure”.

Dana is survived by her four sons: Richard (Kristen) Jensen of Illinois, Matthew (Kelley) and James (Dena) Jensen of Waukesha and Andrew (Katie) Jensen of Florida.  She is further survived by her five grandchildren, Ethan, Savannah, Jacob, Asher and Anna.  Brothers Darrell Harden of Maryland, Dave (Lee) Harden of West Virginia, Dwight (Mary Ann) Harden of Maryland, and Dane (Sherry) Harden of Virginia, along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

She is preceded in death by her beloved husband Richard (Dick) Jensen, her parents; Robert (Mick) and Anna Harden and sister in law Janet Harden.

A social distancing memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, January 30, at Wild Rose Baptist Church, Wild Rose.  For those that would like to join virtually, a link to the live stream of the service will be shared on the Wild Rose Baptist Church website.  In lieu of flowers, memorials to Wild Rose Baptist Church or Wild Rose School District.

Holly Funeral Home of Wild Rose is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences available at www.hollyfuneralhome.com