Tom Jensen Obituary

Tom Jensen attended Highland Park High School in St. Paul, MN. View the obituary, post a memory, or share a photo about Tom Jensen.

Graduation Year	Class of 1969
Date of Passing	Jun 06, 2018
About	Tom Jensen April 11, 1951 - June 6, 2018 Memorial reception will be from 6-8pm on Monday, June 18, 2018 at Olinger Crown Hill, Pavilion of Reflection. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donation be made to El Sistema Colorado, 789 Sherman Street, Suite 250, Denver, CO 80203 www.elsistemacolorado.org El Sistema Colorado (ESC) changes the trajectory of Denver youth through the joyful pursuit of musical excellence. Inspired by the Venezuelan social-change movement, ESC instills teamwork, self-confidence, and social responsibility through an intensive, free music education program. ESC programs improve school engagement, develop leadership skills, and activate community. Tom believed, as ESC does, that every child deserves music and beauty in their lives. So several months ago, he began helping young cellists and bassists become more confident on their instruments. He sat with them, bass in hand, side by side, as they played wrong notes, tried again, and found the triumph of making music together. He endeavored, every week, to set an example and inspire the children of El Sistema to work hard and dream big dreams for themselves. May his impact on the children be his enduring tribute and legacy.

My thoughts are with Tom's family and friends. He was such a talented person. Gone too soon.

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