Hal Rodney Jensen Jr. passed away January 25, 2023 surrounded by his wife and children at William Bee Ririe Hospital.
“Rod” was born April 24, 1949 in Ely, Nevada to Hal Rodney Jensen Sr. and Dorothy Echegaray Jensen. Rod is survived by his wife, Donna. Siblings Joy Jensen, Jan (Dave) Jensen and David Gloria) Jensen. His children Debbie (Mike) Dorn, Julie (Ryan) Sandoval, Hal Rodney III (Chellie) Jensen, Ed (Demi) Jensen, Sylina Robison and Evan (Kendra) Jensen. As well as 10 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren with another expected in April. He is preceded in death by his parents, Hal & Dorothy, brother Gary Lee, daughter Frances Elizabeth Jensen and son Aaron Robison.
Rod graduated from White Pine High School and attended his earlier years of education in Ely and Rochester. He obtained his first CAT skinning job at the age of 14. He was a talented equipment operator and CAT skinner which took him throughout the state of Nevada. In his early years working with titans of the mining industry he gained a mastery of Nevada mining history and through those experiences he discovered his favorite place to be Hamilton Nevada.
He spent a number of years as a locomotive engineer for Nevada Northern Railway following the footsteps of his Grandfather Earl. One of his favorite memories was that of tearing the engine down for overhaul and finding EJ engraved on a part of engine #40.
Rod’s knowledge of most things mechanical knew no boundaries. On any given day he could be found in his shop working on his pride and joy, a 1957 Kenworth. He had a unique knowledge base and passion for antique mining and heavy equipment.
Rod had the ability to befriend most anyone. His humor and charm will be missed by many.
At his request, there will be no services.