Carolyn Helene Jansen

Macken Funeral Home Memorial Photo
Date of Birth:
Saturday, December 4, 1948
Date of Death:
Thursday, July 29, 2021
Age:
72 years old

Visitation

Date: Saturday August 07, 2021
Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Location: Saint Paul Lutheran Church [ view map ]

Memorial Service

Date: Saturday August 07, 2021
Time: 11:00 am

Location: Saint Paul Lutheran Church [ view map ]

Macken Funeral Home Memorial Photo
Date of Birth:
Saturday, December 4, 1948
Date of Death:
Thursday, July 29, 2021
Age:
72 years old
Macken Funeral Home Memorial Photo
Date of Birth:
Saturday, December 4, 1948
Date of Death:
Thursday, July 29, 2021
Age:
72 years old

Carolyn Helene Jansen

Carolyn Helene Jansen, 72, of Oronoco, MN, died Thursday, July 29th, 2021, at Methodist Hospital in Rochester, MN.

Carolyn was born December 4th, 1948, in Red Wing, MN, to Harold and Helene (Klossner) Borgschatz. She graduated from Pine Island High School in 1967. On August 16th, 1969, she married the love of her life, Thomas, in Rochester, MN. The couple lived in Rochester until 1974 when they moved to Oronoco, MN. Carolyn attended nursing school, and she then worked at Methodist Hospital, Pine Haven, home daycare, and Charter House. She retired in 2015, but she still continued working there until the time of her illness.

Carolyn loved being with family. She enjoyed fishing, gambling, traveling, and having coffee with her friends and coworkers.

She is survived by her loving husband, Thomas, of 52 years; her daughters Karen (Steve) Archer and Debbie (Dewey) Gerken; her grandchildren; Jake, Zeb, Ashley, Glen, Jena, Heavenly, and Richard; and her great grandsons; Talon, Jaxon, and Lawson. She is preceded in death by her parents and her son, Jeff.

She had four brothers: Bruce (Mary), Bill (Diane), Chuck, and Dan (Hanna) Borgschatz. One sister: Candace (Lee) Underwood. She also had many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

The memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, August 7, 2021 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Pine Island, MN. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Burial will be in Pine Island Cemetery.

Condolences

The family of Carolyn Helene Jansen has received the following condolences.

Carolyn was a wonderful woman who I will miss very much! She tried to answer every question I had even when they didn't make any sense. And if she didn't know the answer she would refer me to someone who might. I will miss her for who she was a good person and friend. 

I am very sorry to hear of Carolyn's passing. She was always so nice to work with at Charter House. My thoughts are with her friends and family. 

My deepest condolences to your family. Carolyn was a wonderful person in every way and she took care of and looked out for the best interests of so many Charter House employees. Such a special person to so many and she loved her family dearly. She will be dearly missed but remembered forever.  You are in my thoughts and prayers

My prayers and sympathy for you all.
I loved working with Carolyn she was my sunshine everyday. 
Love you Carolyn Rest In Peace ❤️?


Cara

Sorry to hear of Carolyn's passing.  I remember her as a great  scheduler at Charter House . Prayers to the Jansen family.

My sincerely condolences to Carolyn family. She was a lovely lady. I enjoy working with her at Charter House and having coffee with the ladies in Pine Island.Have fun in heaven dear friend ❤️

I am so sorry for the loss of Carolyn. She was an amazing woman and friend. I have many fun memories of her from working at Charter House. She will be deeply missed! My thoughts and prayers are with her entire family. Sending hugs. 

I'm so sorry to hear the loss of this amazing lady Prayers and hugs to the family 

My condolences to Carolyn’s family. I can’t forget how wonderful to me she was at work-Charter house. I was saddened to hear about her loss. My her memories comfort her family and loved ones.


Salam Elshaikh 

So very sorry to hear of Carolyn's passing.  She was truly a wonderful lady.

I spent as much time at Carolyn's house as my own (having grown up with Jeff) - many fond memories over the years that I will always cherish.  Rest in peace and tell my fiend Jeff I miss him as well.

I'm so sorry to hear of Carolyn's passing. She was the kindest person I knew. Jansen family you all treated me like I was part of your family and I'll never forget it. Carolyn at Christmas spoiled me. I'll always cherish the great memories. Cooking together with Carolyn in her kitchen watching fireworks from your driveway and so many more. Love you all and here if you ever need anything. Love Linda Parsons 

She was most lovely person , I had the honor to know. We worked many years together , side by side at Rochester Methodist Hospital. We had so many good times together! She will always forever hold special place in my heart . My thoughts and prayers are with Tom . Girls and Grandkids. May your memories comfort you in this difficult time ♥️♥️????

Condolences to the Jansen family. Was so sorry to hear about Carolyns passing. 

So sorry to hear of Carolyn's passing. My prayers are with your family.

I pray that sweet memories soon replace your sadness.  Carolyn was a classmate and we went through confirmation together.   My deepest sympathy to her family.

So sorry for your loss. Carolyn was a very nice lady, and well liked by many.