We are sad to report that MVWC member Linda Jensen passed away on January 31, 2025.
Linda dedicated her life to education and the joy of reading. She worked in the Washington Elementary School District for over 35 years as both a teacher and a school librarian. Her passion for fostering a love of books in children earned her the prestigious School Librarian of the Year award and the Lamp of Learning award. Her home was like a library, filled with books she had read and remembered in remarkable detail. She took great joy in helping children discover stories they would love.
Beyond her career, Linda had a deep appreciation for music of all kinds and a love for animals, especially the many dogs and cats that were part of her life. She enjoyed traveling throughout Arizona, visiting her hometown in New York, and exploring destinations around the world.
Being a retired librarian, she was so full of knowledge! She was such a wonderful, energetic, and kind person. Linda was a Chapter Sisters Book Club member and is survived by her husband Ralph.
