MADSEN, Jens Erik
1941 - 2018
MADSEN, Jens Erik
Born on September 5, 1941 in Spirit River, Alberta to Danish immigrants Jens Christian and Astrid Aase. Jens passed away at Elizabeth Bruyère Hospital, Friday, January 26, 2018. Beloved husband to Fernande (Drouin) for 50 years and the proud and loving father of Priscilla and Eric (Stephanie).
Cherished grandfather to: DeAndre (Jessica), Charlee, Roman Madsen and Kendall Boucher. He will be missed by his brothers: Peter (Germaine), Albert (late Joan); his sisters: Julie (Ken Wiebe) Siri (Jim Stewart) and Linda (Don Hansen) as well as many nieces and nephews. Pre-deceased by his brother Christian and his sister Frieda Juzwishyn (Robert).
Jens will be remembered for being a faithful Christian family man with a huge and caring heart. In his earlier years he enjoyed many different sports. He had a unique sense of humour and loved making people laugh.
From 1960 to 1984, Jens was a member of the Canadian Armed Forces (Army and RCAF). His military service involved peace-keeping in the Congo, the Golan Heights, Germany and many Canadian postings.
Special thanks to the doctors, nurses, family, the home care team and all involved in his long term care.
The funeral will be held on Saturday, February 17, 2018 at 10 a.m. at the COOPÉRATIVE FUNÉRAIRE DE L’OUTAOUAIS, 95, boul. de la Cité-des-Jeunes, Hull. Interment will be at the Beechwood Cemetery with military tribute.
Donations to Operations Smile Canada or Leprosy Relief Canada would be appreciated.
Condolences can be shared at www.cfo.coop.