Mary E Jensen
May 16, 1952 - September 29, 2020
Obituary
MADISON- Mary Elizabeth Jensen, age 68, of Madison, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2020, at St. Mary's Hospital. She was born on May 16, 1952, in Milwaukee, the daughter of Carlos and Kathleen (Hanley) Barta.
Mary graduated from LaFollette High School and Madison Area Technical College. She worked as a claims adjuster for American Family Insurance for 29 years, retiring in 2018. She was formerly employed as an LPN for 10 years at Wildwood Clinic. Mary enjoyed traveling, golfing, playing cards, reading, trivia, but most importantly, spending time with her family and friends. She took great pride in her role as grandmother to Jacob.
Mary is survived by her daughter, Monica (Andrew) Wellner; grandson, Jacob Wellner; three sisters, Joan Fischer, Patricia (Thomas) Yentz and Jane Rach; three brothers, Robert (Dalee) Barta, James (Anne) Barta and Thomas (Lois) Barta; and former husband, Michael Jensen. She was preceded in death by her parents; and brother-in-law, Harry Fischer.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. DENNIS CATHOLIC CHURCH, 505 Dempsey Road, Madison, at 11 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 2, 2020, with Father Randy Timmerman presiding. Visitation will be held at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of the Mass on Friday. Due to COVID-19 guidelines, social distancing and face masks are required. A private burial will be held at Roselawn Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to Catholic Charities in Mary's memory would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
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Events
Visitation
Fri Oct 2, 2020 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
St. Dennis Catholic Church (Madison) • 505 Dempsey Rd., Madison, WI null
Mass of Christian Burial
Fri Oct 2, 2020 @ 11:00 AM CDT
St. Dennis Catholic Church (Madison) • 505 Dempsey Rd., Madison, WI null
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Mary was a classmate of mine at LaFollette, so very sad May Mary's precious soul
rest in peace
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Kathy Reible
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I worked for many years with Mary at American Family. She sure was a fun loving and kind person. She sure loved her Vegas times She will be greatly missed. Kathy Reible
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Kathy Hanusa
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Heaven definitely got another angel with Mary. I worked with Mary for many years at AmFam and she got me through many a rough days. She certainly was one of the sweetest people I know. Prayers to Monica and family.
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Dianne Syms
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God indeed has gotten a beautiful Angel. I only met her a few times but what a joy to be around. Rest in Peace Mary. Until we meet again. Dianne Syms
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PENNY JUSTICE
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Mary was a pleasure to know and be around. She made you laugh. She was always there for her friends and coworkers. She was compassionate in everything she did. Rest in peace and warmth of the Lord.
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Sue
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I worked with Mary at Amfam and I remember her laugh and her ability to look at the positives. She was a sweet person and this is a great loss for her family.