Faye M. Jorgensen

Faye M. Jorgensen, 88, of Dakota City, passed away Wednesday, April 13, 2022.  Abiding by her wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no services held at this time. 

Faye was born the daughter of Ernest and Orleatha (Henningsen) Bierschenk on January 9, 1934 in Randolph, Nebraska.  She attended country schools and Pender High School.  Faye married Gordon Jorgensen on November 17, 1950 at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Pender.  They spent several years in Siouxland and Omaha before settling on the farm in Pender.  After their retirement, they moved to Dakota City.  Faye worked hard on the farm and raised their five children.

In retirement she enjoyed visiting the casino, traveling, and gardening. 

Faye is survived by her children, Kim Jorgensen of South Sioux City, Keith Jorgensen of Dakota City, Steve (Patricia) Jorgensen of Pender, Debra Chrestensen of Mitchellville, and Cindy (Gary) Kemp of Omaha; sister, Marilyn Millard of Valentine; 12 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren; and brother-in-law, Emmet of Bancroft.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; sister, Charlotte; and brother-in-law, Paul.