Douglas Nile Jensen - Walker Funeral Home

Douglas Nile Jensen (Nile), passed away peacefully on November 28, 2020, at the age of 86, in Lewisville, Texas, of causes incident to age and the COVID-19 virus. He was born at home on May 12, 1934, in Provo, Utah, to Carlos Brigham Jensen and Wanda Mary (Williams) Jensen.

During childhood, his family lived in several western states as his father’s work in construction caused them to move frequently. The family eventually settled in Provo and Nile graduated from Farrer Jr. High and Provo High School, where he was president of the Key Club and worked on the school newspaper as a sports editor and business manager.

After serving a full-time mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Northern Far East Mission in Japan, from 1954-1956, he graduated from Brigham Young University; and in 1963, from the University of Utah Law School. In the early 1960’s, Nile served as a Lieutenant in the Utah National Guard and was called to active duty during the Cuban Missile Crisis.

In 1960, Nile married Karen (Krause) Jensen in the Salt Lake Utah Temple and they recently celebrated their 60^th wedding anniversary. They had six children; 21 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.

In 1972, Nile and his family moved from Sandy, Utah, to the Chicago, Illinois, area where he was employed by the Blue Cross Association and National Association of Blue Shield Plans as Vice President-Legal. He was involved in many civic activities, including the Citizen’s Advisory Council for the U-46 school district (Elgin, IL), and worked as an election precinct captain. Nile retired from the legal profession in 1990; and in 1993, moved back to Utah, with Karen, where they resided in Woodland Hills. He served on the city’s Planning Commission, City Council, and was Mayor from 1998-2002. In 2015, they moved to Payson, Utah, and later to The Seville Independent Living Community in Orem, Utah. They had recently relocated to Flower Mound, Texas, to live near a daughter.

Nile had a firm and unwavering testimony of Jesus Christ and loved serving in many callings for the church, including Bishop (Elgin, IL), High Counselor, Scout Master, Choir Director, and Ordinance Worker in the Payson and Provo Temples. However, he always said the calling he enjoyed most was teaching the Gospel Doctrine class in Sunday School. Nile and Karen also served two senior couples missions in Martin’s Cove, Wyoming, and San Antonio, Texas.

He enjoyed camping, exploring Utah on ATVs, photography, reading, listening to classical music, researching his family’s genealogy, cheering for BYU, and working for many years as a volunteer (with Karen) at Mountain View Hospital in Payson, Utah.

Nile was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Carolyn Jensen Barber Pooley; two grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and his beloved dog, Marley, who was always by his side, until he also recently passed away. He is survived by his wife, Karen; children: Douglas (Sally), Christopher (Anne-Sophie), Paige Greenwood (Brian), Sharon Johnson (Scott), Wesley, and Angela Cook (Lon). Nile was greatly loved by his wife and family and will be deeply missed.

A memorial service will be held on Monday October 4, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at the Woodland Hills Chapel located at 220 South Woodland Hills Drive, Woodland Hills, Utah 84653. A visitation, from 10:00-10:45 a.m., will be held prior to the service Face masks are requested and encouraged.

For those unable to attend, the services will be broadcast live. Please click on the following link to watch:http://mywebcast.churchofjesuschrist.org/Events/woodlandhillsstake
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Judy Stanton says

December 5, 2020 at 6:27 am

Nile was such a nice man, great friend and wonderful Volunteer at Mountain View Hospital. I have missed Karen and Nile and their smiles. My deepest sympathy and prayers for comfort.

Glenn Roberts says

December 5, 2020 at 3:46 pm

Glenn and Cathie Roberts (cousin) remember them fondly with all the fun we had together when we were raising our kids. He is a wonderful man and a great example. Sending love to Karen and family .

Connie & Ron says

December 6, 2020 at 6:21 am

Karen and Jensen Family,
Words fail to express our deep sorrow for your loss. Nile was a one-of-a-kind person that lived a truly remarkable life. He always wore a smile on his face whenever we seen him. Losing the one you love is so hard. And so I’m praying hard for you, Karen and your family, for peace, for comfort, and for whatever you need right now. Sincerely, Connie and Ron Carrasco

Randy Christensen says

December 7, 2020 at 7:53 pm

I worked with Nile in the Payson temple and always looked forward to seeing his smiling face! He trained me when I first started, and always looked out for me. So sorry for your loss, but I KNOW he is in a much better place.

Mikelle Sevy says

December 9, 2020 at 5:31 am

Karen and Nile were such a blessing to have in our ward. They were such a fun couple! We have missed them so much since they have moved. Sending Karen and her family love and prayers

Mark Peterson says

December 11, 2020 at 8:49 am

We are saddened to see of the passing of Niles. He was a great example and friend to us and to all in Elgin, Illinois. Best wishes for the family (Chris, send me an email? — markpeterson@byu.edu).
Mark and Randy Snider Peterson

Bruce Bingham says

December 21, 2020 at 5:34 am

Karen, it is a loss to have a person as significant as Nile leave your life. Jean and I remember him fondly for his great service in the Elgin Ward. He served for a time as my Executive Secretary when I was bishop. It was a privilege to learn from him and his years of experience. He was especially talented in keeping us on the rails so we didn’t either lose our focus or our purpose. I have trusted his wisdom and insights many times and been benefited by both.

Blessings on you and your family during this time of tender reflection on his life which was so well lived.

With our sympathy, Bruce and Jean Bingham.

Susan Lee says

January 25, 2022 at 4:26 am

I was so sad to see that Nile passed. I worked with and for him at BCS Financial Corporation. He taught me a lot in the five years we worked together, and lit the fire in me to research my roots. He was a wonderful man and a great boss. God bless him.

Douglas Nile Jensen May 12, 1934 - November 28, 2020

8 Condolences for Douglas Nile Jensen