Gene Jessen Obituary
The memory of Gene Jessen of Ypsilanti, North Dakota, who passed away on March 11, 2026 at the age of 93, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As Gene departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Gene. Though Gene may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Lawrence Jessen and Anne Jessen (Jansick); and his son Lawrence G. Jessen. He is survived by: his wife Kathryn of Arvada, CO; his daughters, Laura Dravitz (Tom) of Moorhead, MN, Norma Barrus (John) of Crookston, MN, Katherine Jessen of Arvada, CO and Kristina Jessen of Arvada, CO; and his sister Ramona Reifschneider of Bismarck, ND.. He is also survived by five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
