Chester Jensen, 89, went into the loving arms of the Lord, December 4, 2011 at home in Manson, WA. He left us thankful for and inspired by his warmth, courage, strength, love and caring for family & friends.

Chester was born March 9, 1922 to Jens & Anna Jensen in Arlington, WA. He was proud to serve his country in the Coast Guard and Air Force. He was a talented cabinet maker, following in his grandfather & father’s footsteps as well as passing on this family tradition to his son and grandson. He was a dedicated family man who shared his passion for the UW Huskies, sports, golf, fishing and travel with us. He was generous and kind, opening his heart & home to others. He loved to laugh, leaving us with an abundance of many happy occasions and memories.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Lucille; children, Joan (Chas) Pauly; Mark (Marie) Jensen; Shelley (Ted) Miller; grandchildren, Alex, Samantha, Daniel, Chelsea, Josh, Jessica, Riley & Carly; great-grandchild, Josh; brother, William (Estella) Jensen; brother-in-laws, Edward and Norman Howick; along with many nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, January 14 at noon; Beachwood Chapel, Warm Beach Retirement Community, 20420 Marine Drive, Stanwood, WA.

Memorials may be made to The Salvation Army (everettsarmy.org), The Union Gospel Mission (egmission.org), Everett, WA or a charity of choice.

Arrangements by Gilbertson Funeral Home, Stanwood, WA.