Morgan Snow Jensen

Morgan Snow Jensen, 93, died peacefully in his sleep on December 25, 2024. Born August 31, 1931, in Emery, Utah, to Eliza Fox Snow and Joseph Jensen, Morgan’s passing is preceded by his wives, Shirley Fay Davis Jensen (2012) and Nita Alta Heder Jensen (2020). He is survived by his four children and foster son. He also had nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Morgan was born in his parents’ home and was the youngest of five children (two brothers and three sisters). He graduated from South Emery High School in 1949. He then attended Utah State University, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in an agricultural discipline and with a commission to serve in the United States Air Force. During his career in the Air Force, Morgan served in the reserves for eight years, including two years of active duty. As an Air Force Intelligence Officer, he was stationed both in the United States and abroad in Greenland and Morrocco. He ultimately achieved the rank of First Lieutenant before being honorably discharged. Following his service in the Air Force, Morgan returned to USU where he earned a second Bachelor of Science degree in Range Management. He then was recruited by the Bureau of Land Management. He dutifully fulfilled his role as a civil servant within the bureau for more than 30 years, receiving many distinctions and honors for his service. Morgan met “the girl from Deseret” and the love of his life, Shirley, on the campus of Utah State University. He recalled her as being practically perfect and that their meeting was love at first sight, though she recalled falling for his new car before him. They were married in the Salt Lake Latter-day Saint Temple on September 7, 1956, and loved each other until Shirley passed. Together they raised a loving family, served missions for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- day Saints in Puerto Rico, the St. George Employment Center, and the Hurricane Utah Spanish Branch. The also enjoyed serving together as workers in the St. George temple. Morgan married Nita in 2012 and they were happily married for 8 years. Morgan would often joke about how well they did for both being more than 80 when they met. They enjoyed many adventures together, until she passed away in 2020. Morgan was loved by all who met him. His life was marked by dedicated and active service to his family, friends, church, and country. He had a keen sense of humor and always made sure those around him had the care they needed. He will be deeply missed. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, 4 January 2025. A viewing will begin at 9:30 AM in the LDS chapel located at 63 Toquerville Blvd, Toquerville UT. The funeral service will follow at 11:00 AM. Morgan will be interred in the Toquerville City Cemetery alongside his late wives. Friends and family are invited to share condolences https://www.serenitystg.com/

Morgan Snow Jensen

August 31, 1931 - December 25, 2024