Evelyn (Mantello) Jensen
Obituary
Evelyn Jensen (nee Mantello), of Gilroy, passed away peacefully at the age of 99 on September 4, 2024. Evelyn - Evy, Nona, Nonna, Auntie Honey, Billie - was a dedicated Italian grandmother, a believer in Jesus, and a true Nona to many people throughout Santa Clara County. She is now reunited in heaven with her previously deceased loved ones, including her loving husband, Vernon, and her sister, Gloria.
Evelyn was an extremely outgoing and caring person. She was the embodiment of kindness. As a proud Italian grandmother, she loved making her renowned pasta sauce, and all were welcomed at her table. Evelyn never met a stranger; from the person in the grocery checkout stand to her great grandchildren - to meet our Nona was to become the most important person in the room, at once immediately uplifted, humbled, peaceful and filled with her love.
Nona is survived by her three sons, James, Donald, and Frank, as well as her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A funeral mass will be held at Saint Mary's Church in Gilroy on Friday, September 20, 2024 at 10am.
Full obituary is available at www.habingfamilyfuneralhome.com/obits
In lieu of donations, Nona requests that you invite your family over for dinner and hug them.
Published in Gilroy Dispatch · September 10, 2024