Longtime Utah Resident Karen L. Cramer Jensen Dies at 83

Jensen was a member of the LDS Church and enjoyed sewing and gardening throughout her life.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Karen L. Cramer Jensen, a longtime resident of Utah, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2026, at the age of 83 at Bella Terra care facility in St. George, Utah. She was born on July 31, 1942, in Price, Utah and married James L. Jensen in 1959. The couple's marriage was later solemnized in the Manti Utah Temple in 1996. James preceded Karen in death in 2019.

Why it matters

Karen's passing marks the end of an era for a family with deep roots in Utah. As a lifelong member of the LDS Church who enjoyed traditional hobbies like sewing and gardening, her life exemplified the values and lifestyle of many long-time Utah residents.

The details

Throughout her life, Karen spent countless hours sewing and gardening at her home. She is survived by her three daughters, one brother, two sisters-in-law, six grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren. Karen was preceded in death by her husband, parents, two brothers, one sister, one grandson, and one granddaughter.

  • Karen L. Cramer Jensen passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026.
  • Karen married James L. Jensen on July 3, 1959, and their marriage was later solemnized in the Manti Utah Temple on February 14, 1996.
  • James L. Jensen, Karen's husband, passed away on April 14, 2019.

The players

Karen L. Cramer Jensen

An 83-year-old longtime resident of Utah who passed away on February 28, 2026. She was a member of the LDS Church and enjoyed sewing and gardening throughout her life.

James L. Jensen

Karen's husband, who passed away on April 14, 2019. Their marriage was solemnized in the Manti Utah Temple in 1996.

Oliver and Venice Cramer

Karen's parents.

Brenda Twitchell, Sharon Lemmings, and Sherry Mortensen

Karen's three daughters.

Delie Cramer

Karen's brother.

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What’s next

Karen's funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Miller's Landing (Mitchell Funeral Home's – Huntington Location) in Huntington, Utah. The family will receive friends starting at 10:00 a.m. that morning prior to the service. Burial will follow in the Cleveland Town Cemetery.

The takeaway

Karen L. Cramer Jensen's passing marks the end of an era for a Utah family with deep roots in the state. As a lifelong member of the LDS Church who enjoyed traditional hobbies like sewing and gardening, her life exemplified the values and lifestyle of many long-time Utah residents.