August 23, 1939 - March 1, 2021
Albert Jensen passed through the gates of heaven on the morning of March 1, 2021 at Merritt hospital with his common law wife Debbie holding his hand.
Al was born in Burnaby. He was the youngest son of Christopher and Teresa Jensen. Older brothers Raymond and George. Al grew up there and made a life and a career in Vancouver he owned his own cab business.
In 1989 he moved to the cariboo where he drove cab and sold realty for Century 21. In 2007 moved to Merritt when he retired and there he was central to all the places he loved to visit. Fishing Nicola Lake was his favorite past time.
Throughout our memories Al always seemed to have a video camera rolling, or playing on his computer. He could be remembered for his eccentric story telling.
Al had a quiet patience he was a kind soul. He would give you the shirt off his back thats just the kind of man he was. Always trying to take care of everyone. Always had a smile on his face. He was truly one of a kind.
He is survived by his loving common law wife Debbie, brother George, Two children Melanie and Allan. Dear friend Audrey. Four step children Shane, Debbie, Sheryl and Lee-Ann (their spouses). 13 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. His beloved Shih Tzu Carmel, and three cats Fred, Barney and Bam Bam.
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Love leaves a memory no one can steal.