Derek Jensen Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Derek Jensen of Yankton, South Dakota, who passed away on January 31, 2026, at the age of 41, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Derek had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Derek may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his grandparents, Al, Carol Roach, Knute and Bettie Jensen. He is survived by: his parents, Tim Jensen and Vicki Jensen (Roach); the mother of his children Jessica Anderson; and his children, Eli, Frankie and Abel. He is also survived by aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
