Our cowboy, husband, father, grandpa, brother, and friend, Fred C. Jensen left this western range for heaven on February 25, 2022 surrounded by his loving wife and family.

Fred was born to Glen and Mildred Jensen on July 22, 1942. He and his siblings, Glenda and Floyd, were born and raised in Goshen, Utah.

Fred graduated from Payson High School in 1959, and went on to attend Utah Technical College for two years studying Welding and Auto Mechanics. Fred farmed his entire life, starting by working with his father growing sugar beets and then raising his own beef cattle. In addition to farming, he worked as a mechanic, heavy equipment operator, and rock crusher in the gravel pits.

Fred was a lifelong resident of Goshen, and served his community on town council for four years, as Mayor for eight years, Fire Chief for 30 years, and with the Goshen Valley Riding Club.

Fred enjoyed his mornings at the coffee shop, and cherished time spent at his ranch in Scofield. He had many hobbies like leather working, gardening, and trap shooting. Fred was a sportsman and taught his family how to hunt. He enjoyed the calming beauty of sunset and being outdoors.

Fred was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

Fred will be remembered as a loving Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother and Friend.

Fred is survived by his wife, Sheila and their children, Vickie (Alan) Mecham, Nephi, Utah and Darin (Barbara) Jensen, Palmyra, Utah, 11 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren, his sister, Glenda Cook, and many nephews, nieces, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, grandson, Jordan Jensen, brother, Floyd Jensen, and brother in-law, Gordon Cook.

There will be a graveside service at 11:00 am on Wednesday, March 2. 2022 at Goshen Cemetery, 10500 West 15800 South, Goshen, Utah. Visitation will be Tuesday, March 1, 2022 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Walker Funeral Home, 587 South 100 West, Payson, Utah.