Bill Jansen

William "Bill" Allen Jansen, age 84, of Oro Valley, Arizona, passed away on February 2, 2024. He was born on October 6, 1939, in Louisville, Kentucky. Bill, a devoted husband, was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Eleanor (Ellie) Rostron. He was also preceded in death by his father, John William (Bud) Jansen, and his mother, Anna Mae Jansen.

Bill earned his engineering degree from the Coast Guard Academy and proudly served in the US Coast Guard from 1961 to 1969. Following his military service, he pursued a career as a Civil Engineer, working with the NC Wildlife Commission, IL Department of Conservation, and eventually serving as the Town Engineer and Director of Public Works in Oro Valley, AZ.

In addition to his professional accomplishments, Bill had a passion for world travel, collecting native art, and studying history. He will be deeply missed by his daughter, Laura Jansen, her husband Joe Hostler, grandson Ben Hostler, and sisters Beverly Rogers and Alice Jansen.

A service to honor Bill's life will be held on March 7, 2024, at 10 am at the Vistoso Funeral Home, 2285 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd, Oro Valley, AZ 85755, with burial following at the Marana Veterans Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the American Legion Post 132 in memory of Bill Jansen.

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