Heather Ann Jensen born as a twin on February 6, 1973 passed away peacefully on July 10, 2023 at McKee Medical Center in Loveland, CO. Heather and her twin were born in Homestead FL where their Dad, Mike Jensen and Mom, Terry were stationed with the U.S. Army. The expectant parents were unaware they were having twins until Heather was born and it was realized that there was another baby to deliver.
At 6 months of age, the girls traveled back home with Dad and Mom to Denver CO. The twins were sick with chicken pox for that long drive.
Mike, Terry and the girls made their home in the Denver area until 1984 when they moved to Fort Collins.
Heather attended South Alameda Elementary, Putnam Elementary, Lincoln Junior High, Blevins Junior high, Poudre High, Front Range Community College and was a graduate of Colorado State University with a degree of Bachelor of Arts in History. She was employed by CSU Atmospheric science and also did child care in her home. Both occupations brought her a sense of accomplishment and contribution.
Heather lived in Loveland CO for the last 25 years. She was a talented artist, violinist, and guitarist. She experienced great joy in being a mother and encouraged her children to be creative with music, art, sculpture and gardening.
Heather is survived by her Dad Mike Jensen ( Carla), special Step Dad John (Jing). her twin sister Celeste (Phillip), and sister Nicole (Aaron). Daughters Molly and Lilly and adopted daughter Ann. Nieces Tayler and Sofie, and nephew Logan, and a granddaughter, Hazel. Numerous special cousins, aunts, uncles and friends. She is preceded in death by her mom Terry.
A celebration of life will be held at Bohlenders Funeral Chapel at 11:00 am Saturday July 15, 2023.