Jacquelyn “Jacquie” Hopkins Jensen, age 60, passed away Saturday, October 8, 2016, at her home in Roy, Utah. She was born on February 13, 1956, in Delta, Utah; the youngest of six girls born to Brog and Enid Keele Hopkins. After 5 girls, her father was hoping for a little boy, instead he was blessed with another beautiful girl, who her parents called Jacquelyn; but her father always liked to call her “Jac”. She loved kids, and was always a first choice for babysitting in her neighborhood.
She graduated from Delta High School, where she was active in theatre , the school operas, and the Pep Club. She enjoyed music and learned to play piano. She attended BYU, and then married Phil Jensen on November 8, 1975, in the Manti LDS Temple.
They moved to Sutherland and raised four children. They later divorced. Jacquie worked at Service Drug, and later as a Job Coach in the Community Careers program. She also took excellent care of her mother. In 2003, Jacquie moved to Roy and became CNA, caring for many more elderly people. She retired in 2011.
She was an active member of the LDS Church, serving in many callings in the Relief Society and Primary.
Jacquie will be remembered for her service. She was always doing things for others. She was known for being a great cook, and enjoyed baking for her neighbors and friends. She loved working outside in her yard and flower garden. Her greatest joy was her family, especially her grandchildren. She had a wonderful sense of humor and was great at making people laugh.
Mom, we love you and will miss you. You will always be in our hearts.
Jacquelyn is survived by children: Niccole Jensen, Delta; Ryan ( Erica) Jensen, Santa Fe, NM; Kierstin (Jeremy) Petersen, Delta; and Jeff (Rachael) Jensen, Delta; 13 grandchildren; sisters: Naon Strate, Jean Ashton, Sharon Hellier, and Debra Jackson. She was preceded in death by a sister: Irene Bowers.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 15, at 11:00 am, at the Sutherland LDS Ward Chapel, 2650 N 3000 W. Viewings will be held Friday, 7-8 p.m., at the Nickle Mortuary; and Saturday, 9:30-10:40 a.m, prior to the service. Burial will be in the Delta City Cemetery.