Walter Christian Jensen

Walter “Walt” C. Jensen, 95, of Benton Harbor, passed away on Sunday, March 25, 2018 at Hanson Hospice Center – Stevensville. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Friday, March 30, 2018 at 12 PM at Starks & Menchinger Chapel, 2650 Niles Rd., St. Joseph, with Pastor Adam Bohland officiating. Burial will follow at North Shore Memory Gardens in Coloma. Friends may visit with the family from 10 AM until the time of the service at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Zion Evangelical United Church of Christ or Caring Circle. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.starks-menchinger.com. Walt was born on April 21, 1922, in Sodus to Jorgan & Christine (Nielsen) Jensen. He graduated from Benton Harbor High School. While in high school, Walt began a watch and clock repair shop in his basement and continued that business during the remainder of his life. After graduation, he proudly joined the United States Army and served our country. On February 22, 1947, Walt married the love of his life, Wilmarie Ziebarth in St. Joseph. For over 37 years, he worked at Whirlpool Corporation as a Process Clerk. Walt had a passion for model airplanes. He enjoyed the craftmanship of making & flying model airplanes, fishing, and water & snow skiing. He was also a member of the Whirlwinds Airplane Club and Disabled American Veterans. Walt’s sense of humor and kind heartedness will be missed by all. Walt is survived by his loving wife of 71 years, Wilmarie; son, George (Beverly) Jensen of Portage, MI; grandchildren, Teea Williams, Lisa Jensen and Pam (Zach) Lightfoot; and seven great-grandchildren. Walt was preceded in death by his parents, Jorgan & Christine; son, Allan W. Jensen; and brothers, Wayne & Herbert Jensen.