ESMOND Elling Matt Jensen, 81, Esmond, died Sunday, July 19, 2009, in a Bismarck hospital.

He was born June 12, 1928, to Walter and Emily Jensen near Esmond. He entered the Army at Fort Riley, Kan., in 1953. He served in Korea until he was discharged in 1955. He married Cecile "Evie" Wehrli Dec. 20, 1986, in Harvey.

Survivors: Numerous cousins.

Graveside service: Friday, 2:30 p.m., Rosehill Cemetery, Esmond. There will be no visitation. (Nelson Funeral Home, Maddock)