Jean Iversen, the queen of organic gardening, passed away on August 6th, 2022 at the age of 100.
It was always her smile people saw first. Jean’s angelic smile was most vibrant when her hands were filled with brown soil. This was her heaven. She could spend hours in her ½ acre garden as it was a spiritual, therapeutic experience for her. Out of this love was born both the Cape Cod Organic Gardening Club (with over 100 members), as well as her farm stand where she sold her own fresh produce. Everyone loved her and would stop at her stand just to say hello or to ask gardening advice.
Jean found love twice. She married at age 21 and lost her first husband at age 55. They had two daughters, Joan, and Wendy. She remarried at age 60 to George Iversen, and they had many happy years gardening together before he passed.
Jean’s light shined so bright. 
We all felt it. She lived so fully. She was a farmer, a vegetarian, fully organic, a Baha’i, a nurse, a music store owner, a wife, a mother, and a grandmother. She was one of those women who lived life on her own terms: going on safari in East Africa, taking a helicopter over an erupting volcano in Hawaii, and traveling to Israel on pilgrimage to the Bahai Shrines. Finally, in her later years, when she needed more assistance, she divided her time between Barbados, and Vancouver Island visiting her daughters and granddaughter.
She is survived by her daughters and three granddaughters who are spread out all over the world: Barbados, Victoria (Canada), New York City and Cape Cod (USA).
Jean was a very selfless, kind, and loving person who was always helping others. Life will not be the same without her wonderful spirit. She is now joining the Angels in the spiritual world as she was such an Angel herself on this physical plane.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Canadian Red Cross.
Condolences can be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
www.mccallgardens.com
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I’m at once saddened to learn of Jean’s passing and delighted that she accomplished the centenarian milestone, another of her many life’s accomplishments. Over many years, we enjoyed the cultivated berries hand picked with care by Elba and Jean. Tried to visit with her either at the stand, barn or in the field when passing by on foot or when she was on her neighborhood walk arounds. Always a delight to be greeted by her warm smile and gaze into the depths of her beautiful blue eyes through which you felt you could connect with her soul. I was honored to have been entrusted with advising her with some of her investment needs for many decades. RIP Jean.
We send our condolences to the family. We knew Jean for many years as a part of her Organic Gardeners group. She inspired us greatly and always shared her wisdom generously. We will treasure the many fond memories of the meetings and potlucks she held and especially will always remember her loving presence and beautiful smile.
Wondered what happened to her every time I passed the stand! Missed her greatly. Never knew anyone who could bring such joy being in her presence! The twinkle in her amazing blue eyes was unparalleled! Condolences to her family!
Jean is an excellent model for longevity. Sound spiritual values and some dirt under your fingernails. Bodes well for anyone aspiring to reach the century mark. Thank you ,Jean.
Words can’t express the great loss you must endure. Your Mom was a very special person. Passing Kellys Farm will never be the same. She Lived an amazing exciting healthy active life. She will always be in my heart. I’m sending my condolences to you and your family.