Mark P. Jensen, age 61, of Appleton, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, February 22, 2023, following a courageous battle with cancer.

Mark was born in Wauwatosa, WI on June 22, 1961, and grew up In Appleton, WI.  He was a son to the late Robert and Doreen (Hendrickson) Jensen. He graduated with the class of 79 at Appleton East High School.  Mark and Ann met in Aurora, CO in 1996, were wed April 24, 1998, and have spent 27 wonderful years together.

Mark proudly served his country for his entire career with the U.S. Air Force.  Following retirement, he obtained his master's degree in social work. Mark then worked for the VA where he helped provide aide to homeless veterans for 10 years.

Mark loved the outdoors and enjoyed going for rides on his Harley Davidson – but most of all, he loved spending time with his family, friends, and fur buddy Brewster living life to the fullest.

Mark will be missed by his wife, Ann Jensen, Appleton; son, Steven Jensen, Mesa, AZ, brother-in-law, Steve Armstrong, Appleton;  niece, Stephanie Armstrong; three nephews:  Eric (Marissa) Armstrong, Kevin (special friend Searra Grant), and Andrew (Autumn) Armstrong; and 5 great nieces and nephews:  Autumn Skye Armstrong, Eisley Armstrong, Ewan Armstrong, Emmett Lambie, and Ella Lambie.  He is further survived by many wonderful friends and neighbors who have shown their great support during this time.

He was preceded in death by his parents Robert and Doreen, and his sister, Kristine Armstrong.

A memorial service will take place at 11:30 am on Saturday, March 4, at the Brettschneider Trettin-Nickel Funeral Chapel, followed immediately by full military honors. Friends may visit at the funeral chapel on Saturday from 1030 am until the time of service.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Mark at Fisher House – www.fisherhouse.org This organization is near and dear to Mark's heart and was a blessing to him and his wife during his illness.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Briana, at TCAH-Hospice, for the kind, gentle and compassionate care she provided for Mark during his illness.

A live stream for Mark's service may be accessed by clicking the following link five minutes before the start of the service: https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/5139907321