Obituary of Frederick L. Jensen Jr.

Age 79 of Penn Yan, NY. Passed away on Saturday November 15, 2025, at the Bath Veterans Hospital in Bath NY. Fred was born September 25, 1946, to the late Frederick and Dorothy (Kellen) Jensen, Sr. 

In addition to his parents Fred was predeceased by his brother Dale who passed away September 16, 2025, and his paternal grandparents Frederick and Christina Jensen.

Fred is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Donna L. (Greenfield) Jensen; daughter Heidi L. Jensen-Mullen, son-in-law, Jason Mullen, and grandson Glenn Lawrence Mullen of Lubbock Texas; sisters Cheryl Jensen and Dawn Jensen, both of Lisbon, NY; brother Alan and sister-in-law, Gale Jensen, of Penn Yan, NY; aunt Berdine Van Sickle; several nieces, nephews and cousins, along with many close friends.

Fred served his country honorably in the U.S. Army in Vietnam and was awarded two Purple Hearts, a Bronze Star with a V for valor, and numerous other medals. 

Fred was a Press Operator at Garlock in Palmyra, NY and retired in 2011 with 45 years of service. He was a Past Commander and lifetime member of the VFW Post 745 and American Legion Post 355, was a Color Guard member for both, Lifetime member of Penn Yan Moose Lodge #2030 and the Elks Lodge #1722. When Fred was young, he enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Relatives and friends are invited to call on Tuesday November 25, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Townsend-Wood & Zinger Funeral Home, 201 E. Elm St., Penn Yan, NY. A funeral service will begin at 6:00 p.m., with military honors. Following services, all are welcome to celebrate Fred's life at the Penn Yan Legion. As Fred was a kind caretaker to many beloved pets over the years memorial donations may be made to the Humane Society of Yates County, 1216 State Route 14A, Penn Yan, NY 14527.