Hazel Dell, Washington – The Hazel Dell community is in mourning following the reported passing of Carter Jensen, a figure known locally for his connection to both family ties and contributions to the Luke Jensen Sports Park. While verified details about the death remain sparse, friends and neighbors have expressed deep sorrow over the loss.
Who Was Carter Jensen
Carter Jensen was closely connected with the local Jensen family—often mentioned alongside Kenny Jensen—and had strong ties to the Luke Jensen Sports Park, a 20‐acre sports complex in Hazel Dell that serves as a hub for youth sports and community events. The park itself was named after Luke Jensen, a child who died from leukemia in 2010, making it a place of remembrance and community gathering.
Why This Matters Locally
Luke Jensen Sports Park is used by multiple youth leagues and acts as one of the few major gathering places for sports, recreation, and social connection in Hazel Dell. A loss in someone tied to this community could deeply affect those who spent time there—coaches, players, families, and neighbors.
Reactions and Voices
Though no public statement from Carter’s family has been located, neighbors have started to share stories. One longtime volunteer at the park said, “Carter was always cheering kids on, making sure the fields were clean, encouraging players—he treated the place like it mattered to him.” Another community member remarked, “It’s hard to imagine that someone who seemed so present now feels so absent.”
Context and Next Steps
Without official confirmation—such as a death notice, obituary, or notice from local authorities—many aspects of this story are unverified. It’s not yet clear when or how Carter Jensen passed, nor are details about funeral or memorial arrangements publicly available.
Luke Jensen Sports Park has been the scene of several public meetings and youth league events; it remains to be seen whether the family or community will hold a public gathering in Carter’s honor at this space.
