Reuben Duane Jenson, 86, of Waupaca, Wisconsin passed away peacefully with his family at his side on March 26, 2024.
He was born on December 29, 1937, in the town of Scandinavia, WI to Herbert and Bertha (Helgeson) Jenson. He graduated from Scandinavia Union Free High School in 1955. He enlisted in the Navy at the age of 17. He was in the aircraft division on Whidby Island until the time of Honorable Discharge. Reuben married Jane (Erickson) Jenson on January 16th, 1960. They started their family of 4 (Kim, Craig, Jill, Jeff). He worked for Uptown Electric where he became a journeyman’s electrician. In 1979 he became part owner of Elmstar Electric and continued in the trade for over 40 years. In 1972 Reuben and Jane, along with Vern and Jean Oehlke became owners of Country Inn Bar and Grill while continuing his electrical career. Reuben enjoyed hunting for 72 years, boating, camping, snowmobiling, gardening, and watching his grandchildren participate in sports. He loved to socialize with family and friends. Taking care of his lawn and tinkering in his shed were among his many favorite pastimes. He had great ingenuity skills and could create just about anything you needed. He and Jane enjoyed traveling together with their favorites being Hawaii and Alaska.
He is survived by his Wife: Jane, Children: Kim (Randy) Navin, Craig (Marsha) Jenson, Jill (Tim) Navin and Jeff (Ann) Jenson. 12 Grandchildren: Aaron (Jessie) Jenson, Zach (Megan) Navin, Allie Navin, Tyler Jenson, Brad (Rochelle) Navin, Carli Navin, Nate (Tessa) Jenson, Brock Navin, Tessa (Ben) Navin, Max Jenson, Abby Jenson, Katie Jenson. 5 Great Grandchildren: Brooks and Payton Jenson, Riley Jenson, Jameson Navin, Louisa Navin. Brother: Herb “Herbie” Jenson, Brothers-in-law: Dennis Erickson and Terry (Jane) Erickson and Sister-in-law: Diane Jacobson.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Bertha Jenson, Donna and Jim Swenson, Lois and Lee Thompson, and Jean and Vern Oehlke. Brother-in-law Marlyn Jacobson and Sisters -in-law Joyce Jenson and Shirley Erickson.
Reuben was a wonderful Husband, Father, Grandfather, Uncle, Brother, and friend!
The Funeral Service for Reuben will be held on Tuesday April 2, 2024, 11:00 AM at the Scandinavia Lutheran Church with the Reverends Kent Wallace and Mark Sabin officiating. Visitation will be held at the church on Monday April 1st from 4-7 PM and on Tuesday April 2nd from 9:30 AM till the time of service. Interment with full Military Honors will be held at the Scandinavia Lutheran Cemetery.
Memorial donations: In Lieu of flowers, memorial Contributions in memory of Reuben can be made to Scandinavia Viking Baseball Club or Scandinavia Lutheran Church.
Voie Funeral Home of Iola is assisting the family with arrangements.