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Donald Jenkins Obituary
Don was born Jan. 26, 1937, in New Castle, Pa. Don retired from Translogic Corporation (Munck Automation Technology).
He was preceded in death by a son, David E. Jenkins.
He leaves to cherish his memories, his wife of 46 years, Suzanne of Yorktown, Va.; a son, Donald E. Jenkins Jr. and wife, Crystal, of Newport News, Va.; two grandchildren; a brother, William Jenkins and wife, Pat, of New Castle, Pa.; and a sister, Janet Janiel and husband, Cliff, of Beavercreek, Ohio. Also, a host of nieces and nephews and friends.
A memorial service will be held at a later date in New Castle, Pa.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the National Parkinson Foundation. Arrangements by Amory Funeral Home, Grafton, Va. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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janet janiel
September 22, 2008
DON IS MY BROTHER,HE WILL BE SADLY MISSED, I LOVE HIM AND WILL NEVER FORGET THE GOOD TIMES WE HAD WHEN WE GOT TOGETHER. MY LOVE ALWAYS.
YOUR SISTER, JANET
Jerry Mabe
September 8, 2008
I worked with Don for many years at Munck Automation. I'm truly sorry to hear of his passing.
Joseph P. (Joe) McCreary
September 8, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
David Joseph
September 8, 2008
I remember the championship football team that Don quarterbacked at Ben Franklin. I graduated with Don. Love and my deepest sympathy to the family.
Lee and Barb McQuiston
September 7, 2008
I graduated with Don and my husband worked with Don at Mesta--he will be remembered for many good times they shared at work and as a good person-- we extend our deepest sympathy.
John Hake
September 7, 2008
Sorry to hear of the passing of Don. You and your family will be in our prayers.
Carmilla Herno Allison
September 7, 2008
My sympathy to the family of a classmate.
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