Lasting Memories

Lawrence Carl Jensen
July 14, 1934-July 26, 2012
Portola Valley, California

Lawrence ?Larry? Jensen, a municipal bond attorney who enjoyed a vibrant 40+ year career in the public financial services industry, died in his Portola Valley, California home, on July 26, 2012, at the age of 78.

With his family by his side, Larry passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer. Predeceased in death by his wife of 51 years, Helen Jensen and son James Jensen. Beloved father of Kent Jensen and devoted grandfather of Carter and Aaron, loving brother of Kent and Dan and sister Carolyn. Larry is also survived by many relatives and numerous friends.

Born in Portland, Oregon, on July 14, 1934, Larry grew up in Portland, where he graduated from Lincoln High School. He excelled in academics and athletics and was granted a Navy ROTC scholarship to attend Stanford University, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in journalism.

After serving in the Navy, he earned a Juris Doctorate degree from Harvard Law School. He met and married Helen Elliott in San Diego, and they settled in Portola Valley in 1968, where they raised their two children.

During his career, Larry derived great satisfaction from seeing the results of his professional work in the form of public works projects throughout California.

A lifelong learner, who in his final year was challenged by his studies in calculus, astronomy and physics, Larry inspired each of us to strive to see the wonders of the universe. His passions were books, traveling and sports.

An avid supporter of Stanford University, Larry maintained a keen interest in Stanford and community events. He enjoyed volunteering at Stanford sporting events and reading the daily sports page.

His son Kent, grandsons Carter and Aaron, family and friends knew Larry as a devoted father, loving grandfather and gentle friend. He will be greatly missed.

A memorial service to which family and friends are warmly invited will be held at Ladera Church, 3300 Alpine Road in Portola Valley, on August 19, 2012, at 2pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Larry?s name may be made to the Red Cross or to the Palo Alto Medical Foundation, 795 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, California, 94301.