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James Jansen Obituary
Jim was born Dec. 24, 1946, in Marshall, Minn., the son of Joseph and Helen Jansen. He graduated from Central Catholic High School in Marshall in 1964, and later attended Southwest Minnesota State College. Jim served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, and earned two purple hearts, a bronze star, and a silver star. He worked in the construction industry for many years, including at the University of Kansas.
Grateful for having shared his life are his wife, Gwen of the home, his brother, Steven Jansen (Kathy), Lawrence; mother-in-law, Mavis Simon, sister-in-law, Peg Thom (Richard); brother-in-law, Ken Simon (Cindi); nephews Matthew, Kory, and Jordan Simon, Matthew Jansen, and Rick Thom; nieces Sarah Plinsky, Rachelle Rients, and Rebecca Meidl; several great nieces and nephews and many beloved friends, including Charles & Mary Mehl.
A private Celebration of Life will be at a later date. The family suggests memorial contributions to the charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences may be sent at rumsey-yost.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Steve and Carla Ramirez
October 5, 2022
I remember well the day Jim passed away. Can't believe it has been six years. This year we would have celebrated his 75th birthday. Miss that good hearted man.
Steve and Carla Ramirez
October 5, 2021
We are very glad we got to be a small part of Jim and Gwen's life. Jim had a heart of gold and would do anything to help and protect those close to him. We think of Jim often and miss the good times we shared with him and Gwen. To me (Steve), Jim was a "Man's Man." Rest well Amigo.
Steve Ramirez
October 5, 2020
Miss Jim, he was a good person and a great conversationalist, well read, he loved Gwen.
Steve & Carla Ramirez
October 12, 2016
We are grateful having known Jim and you for as long as we have. You are two very special people. We had lots of fun and great memories throughout the years. Jim had a way to make everyone he was around feel comfortable. We will miss him very, very much. Let us know anytime if you need or want something.
brenda jones
October 12, 2016
Gwen and Family.
My thoughts and prayers are with you .. Fond memories of Jim.. Still laugh about him and Jonsie taking that Sail boat to Lake Tahoe... Another Journey
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