Dolores Celli Jensen passed away on February 3, 2024, a few days short of her 96th birthday. Born on February 19, 1928, in Galveston, Texas. Dolores was the beloved daughter of Henry and Pearl Cargill.
Throughout her life Dolores being a devout Catholic, exemplified faith, compassion, and love in all aspects of her life. Dolores found joy in serving her family, church, and community. She dedicated her time and efforts to serving in many groups and boards. A few were Friends of Moody Gardens, Serra Club of Galveston, and a lifelong parishioner at St. Mary’s of the Expectation Catholic Church where she loved serving with the Belles. In her later years she enjoyed being a member of HomeTown Heroes and participating in all their wonderful activities. She loved anything to do with flowers. Her favorite flower was Plumerias.
Dolores Jensen is preceded in death by her parents Henry Grady and Pearl Postel Cargill, husbands Joseph B. Celli, Jr. and JC Jensen, siblings Gwendoln Williams, Monsignor Eugene Cargill, Barbara Danner, and Edith Sabatier and granddaughter Brandy Walker.
Dolores is survived by her loving daughter, Mikki (Mildred) Celli Abshier, grandson Brent Walker and his wife Vickie, along with their two children Ashley and Bryce Walker. Also, her great granddaughter, Eva Walker, who lived with her and brought her immense joy and pride. She also had many nieces, nephews, and friends. Dolores’s legacy of love and devotion will continue to live on through her cherished family and friends, who will forever hold her close in their hearts.
The Family will receive friends on Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at 9:00am with a Rosary at 10:00am followed by Mass at 10:30am at St. Mary of the Expectation Catholic Church, 1612 East Walker, League City, Texas 77573 with Father Jasper Liggio presiding. Entombment will follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Galveston, Texas. In lieu of flowers, you may send memorials to St. Mary of the Expectation Catholic Church, 1612 East Walker, League City, Texas 77573.