William "Bill" Paul Jensen

December 26, 1930 - November 26, 2014

William Paul (Bill) Jensen passed from this world on November 26th, 2014. Bill was born in Fernandina Beach , Florida on December 26, 1930. He has been a resident of Nederland for the last 40 years. Bill worked for Texaco Marine Department for 30 years, retiring as a Captain. He enjoyed travelling for his job, meeting and befriending people from all over the world. Bill was known for his kind- heartedness, story-telling, hugs, love of the ocean, gardening, chocolate, and above all, his undying love and dedication for his wife of 40 years, Jo Nell. They loved going to the beach and spent several months each year in Fernandina Beach, Florida. Together they gardened and enjoyed their family and friends. Bill attended West Groves Church of Christ. Bill was patriotic, honoring the United States Navy with his service during the Korean War. Bill touched the hearts of all who came in contact with him. Bill leaves behind his loving wife, Jo Nell, sisters-in-law and spouses, Faye and David Stanley, Carol and Frank Snapp, his nieces and nephews and spouses, Kristy Cleveland, Terry and Traci Stanley, Kelley and Matt Pittman, and Todd and Missy Snapp, and many great nieces and nephews. Services will be held at 2:00pm, Friday, November 28th at Clayton Thompson Funeral Home in Groves, Texas. Visitation is from 1:00-2:00 on Friday, November 28th at the same location.