Jack Tenny Vigen, 84, of Farmington, Minnesota, passed away on November 5, 2026.

Jack was born on April 18, 1942, in Ada, Minnesota, to Tenny and Orel Vigen. He graduated from Ada High School, where he was active in athletics, music, student government, and Boy Scouts, earning the rank of Eagle Scout. He attended the University of North Dakota and later earned a master's degree in social work from the University of Louisville.

On March 20, 1965, Jack married his high school sweetheart, Virginia Renee “Gin” Felske. Together, they raised three children: David, Chad, and Andrea. Jack enjoyed a long career in social work, corrections, chemical dependency treatment, and telecommunications.

A devoted Christian, Jack was active in his church community, particularly at The Father's House Church, where he led Bible studies and taught ministry courses. He enjoyed traveling, spending time outdoors, and being with his family.

Jack was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Virginia “Gin” Vigen; son, David Michael Vigen; parents, Tenny and Orel Vigen; sister, JoAnn Nielsen; brother-in-law Richard Nielsen, Sister-in-law Sharron Erickson, brother-in-law Phil Erikson; daughter-in-law, Janice Rice Vigen; and infant granddaughter, Katie Lynn Vigen.

He is survived by his children, Chad Vigen (Juanita Vigen) and Andrea Vigen; grandchildren, Tyler Vigen (Zidi Chen), Zackary Smith (Christina Smith), Jordan Smith (Ashley Smith), Bailey Colbert (Josh Colbert), Grace Spear (fiancé Daniel Schneider) Cora Spear (fiancé Austin Tischer), and Tim Albee; and seven great-grandchildren: Jedediah, Pepper, Barrett, Garand, Maverick, Charlotte, and Luna. He also leaves behind his beloved golden retriever, Jaxon.

Jack will be remembered for his faith, love of family, and dedication to serving others.

Jack’s Funeral service will take place at 11AM Friday, November 13, 2026 at Our Fathers House Church (609 W Travelers Tr) in Burnsville.  A visitation will take place from 10-11am prior to the service.  Interment will take place at Lebanon Cemetery in Apple Valley.