George “Bill” Jansen, 88, of Mulberry, Florida, passed away Saturday, June 9, 2018. He was born in Atchison, Kansas on June 30, 1929. He moved to California when he was 10 years old and remained there most of his life. He married Shirley Waters Murphy on January 16, 2005.
In his younger years, Bill was a member of the United States Air Force. He later went on to have a career in insurance as an insurance sales representative for Allstate Insurance. Bill had a passion for playing music and was able to play any instrument he picked up. He was also a lead in the United States Air Force Band, and played concerts all over the country. He enjoyed building and repairing and working with his hands. Above all, Bill loved his friends and family. He was a great friend and he will be deeply missed by his family and friends.
Bill is survived by his wife, Shirley Jansen, and his daughter, Florine “Lori” Jansen Shortell. He also leaves to cherish his memory several grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Arrangements are under the care of Hardage-Giddens Greenlawn, 4300 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32207.