Annette Gail Jenson

Annette Gail Dockter Jenson, 60, of Minneapolis, MN, passed away peacefully on September 29th, 2024, surrounded by family after a brief but courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Annette was born on March 19th, 1964, in Breckinridge, MN, to Arthur and Evelace (Buus) Dockter. Her family relocated to Fargo, ND, in 1968, where she graduated from Fargo South High School in 1982. She went on to attend Minnesota State University Moorhead, earning a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education. Annette married Jeffrey Jenson on August 23rd, 1986, at First United Methodist Church in Fargo, ND. Together, they moved to Minnesota where they welcomed Alexander (1993) and Abigail (1996). Their careers took them to Chicago, IL and Fort Worth, TX, but later put down roots in St. Anthony, MN. Although Annette and Jeff divorced in 2021, they remained friends and enjoyed playing card games together during family gatherings. Throughout her life, Annette applied her education degree in various ways, teaching and volunteering in her children's elementary school classes. She also had a successful career in Marketing and Communications, most recently serving as Vice President of Product Marketing, Communications, Sales Strategy, and Training at Ameriprise Financial. Even after being diagnosed with cancer in April, she continued to work until August. A passionate advocate for animals (goats especially), Annette adopted a vegan lifestyle in 2016 and supported multiple animal rescues. She energized herself with walks alongside her dogs Dutch and Kiera, and sharing meals and drinks with friends and family at local Minneapolis establishments. Annette's love of life and her extroverted nature made her a constant source of joy to those around her. What brought her the most joy was her special bond with her granddaughter Zoey, who would light up when she got to spend time with "Gamma Netty". Annette was a devoted member of Faith United Methodist Church, where she contributed to the community by working in the nursery and Sunday school, serving on the staff-parish relations committee, and volunteering with Reclaim to support queer and trans youth. Annette was welcomed into Heaven by her father Arthur Dockter, mother-in-law Carol Jenson, and sister-in-law Carla Jenson. Remaining to cherish Annette Jenson's memory are children, Alex (Bailey) Jenson and Abby Jenson; grandchild, Zoey Jenson; mother, Evelace Dockter; sister, Patty (Todd) Eustice; brother, Jay Dockter; father-in-law, David Jenson; brother-in-law Jay Jenson; nieces and nephews, Caitlin (Darin) Erickson, Meghan Eustice, Kristen Eustice, Allison (Justin) Mantel, Sarah Jenson, Casey Dockter, Carly Dockter, and Kirby Dockter. Visitation will be held October 10th, 2024 from 4:00 - 7:00 pm at Washburn-McReavy Columbia Heights Chapel. Funeral service will be held October 11th at 11:00 am at Faith United Methodist Church in Saint Anthony, MN. A private livestreaming link will be provided later. Memorial donations can be made to one of Annette's favorite organizations: Midwest Animal Rescue and Services, Spring Farm Sanctuary, Reclaim, & Faith United Methodist Church.

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Annette Gail Jenson

March 19, 1964 - September 29, 2024

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Annette Gail Jenson

March 19, 1964 - September 29, 2024

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