Barbara Emily Jepsen

Barbara Emily Jepsen, age 95, passed away peacefully on January 25, 2026. She was born at home on January 19, 1931 in Woodridge, NJ.  Barbara lived a full and adventurous life, including years spent in Turkey and Germany as a military wife and mother, before returning to Cape Cod, where the family had put down roots. She retired to Florida for a decade, but moved back to the Cape to be near family.
Barbara married Edwin Jepsen in October, 1952 and raised 5 children: Christopher Jepsen (married to Mary), Aleta Crowley, Donna Jepsen-Minyard (married to Don), Faye Wingard (married to Tom) and George Jepsen (married to Karen).  She was grandmother to seven grandchildren: Amanda Jepsen Vargas, Stephanie Jepsen, Derin Crowley, Justine Crowley, Avery Jepsen-Minyard, Max Wingard, Hunter and Sienna Jepsen and two great grandchildren: Chloe Vargas and Aries Crowley-Guerrero.
She was preceded in death by her oldest daughter, Aleta, and by her brother, Emile Meyer Jr., who she always knew as “Bud.”
She worked in various jobs including as a full-time mom, a realtor and a seamstress.
Barbara celebrated life: her family, friends, and animals. She was especially known for her love of cats (even the “rotten” ones). She had a ready and infectious laugh, an appreciation of beauty and a can-do spirit. Barbara will be missed by many.
A gathering to celebrate Barbara’s life will be held at a later date on the Cape. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your local animal rescue league.