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William Jenkins Obituary
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Victoria Cargill
March 28, 2019
Bill was simply a pleasure to work with and to learn from. He had a big heart, a warm quick smile and words of wisdom and encouragement for everyone he met. He was such a big help and support in my coming to government and in my work in HIV Epidemiology and prevention. His gentle way and his amazing laugh were just two of a very long list of wonderful and endearing qualities. I am so very sad to learn of his passing but am so blessed by having known him. He was such a blessing - my heartfelt condolences to his family .
Ve Greene
March 1, 2019
Bill blessed every one who had the pleasure of working or conversing with him! His bubbly positive demeanor motivated each of us whom he mentored to give our best effort! He leaves a great legacy! Bill: a gentle yet brilliant man of integrity!!
Tia-Juana Cunningham
February 28, 2019
In a bittersweet moment, Another Angel has found their wings, and has set off on flight, Safe into the arms of God, and to those gone before them waiting & anticipating their arrival as they make their way into heaven. We express our deepest sympathy to the family.
Jeff Maurer
February 27, 2019
I'm very sad to hear about Bill's passing... Bill and I met in 1967 at the National Center for Health Statistics (CDC). We were both in the year-long Junior Professional Training program there and both got into the Commissioned Corps of the U.S. Public Health Service. You really served humanity, Bill, with such an open heart... What I remember most about Bill is his very friendly nature and his uproarious laugh... After all these years, I can still hear it...
February 27, 2019
Pioneer Health Equity Guru Innovator
I will miss your presence on this earth, but your legacy will live on. Sending prayers and condolences to CDC colleagues, family, and friends during this time of mourning.
Dr. Hope King
Kim Morgan Alexander
February 27, 2019
It was a pleasure meeting Dr. Jenkins while he was working at CDC, his words always spoke volume when I would attend some of his meetings and trainings. He was definitely a staple at CDC. May the Lord gives the Jenkins family strength during this difficult time!
Maria Kil
February 26, 2019
It was such an honor to have the opportunity to hear Dr. Jenkins speak at the Watsonian banquet this past November. Thank you, Sir, for the inspiration and setting the example to an early career professional. My condolences to the family, friends, and those whose lives were touched by your contribution to public health.
Mary Leinhos
February 26, 2019
I am deeply saddened to hear that Bill is gone. He was a great light in this world and his presence here will continue to be felt. I was tremendously fortunate to meet Bill as he was retiring when I first joined CDC. I benefitted from his mentoring and role modeling, and hope my work reflects his influence. He made a strong and principled impression in conversation, with humor, and made me feel listened to. A truly exceptional human being, and one of the most inspiring persons I have encountered at CDC (and there are many here!). His departure is a loss to us all. My heart is with his family and friends.
Bertram Hunter
February 26, 2019
I am sadden to hear of the passing of Dr. Jenkins. My condolences to the Jenkins family. I had the pleasure of working for Dr. Jenkins at CDC. Such a great mind and professional leader who took the time to care and enlighten those he met. Remembering an thanking you always.
Fran Jemmott (nee Dory)
February 25, 2019
A giant of public health; tenacious researcher to benefit our people; a life partner, father and family life defender in the tradition of our most respected elders. Heartfelt condolences to Diane and Danielle with warm hugs and fond memories to treasure.
Yvonne Young
February 25, 2019
Sorry to hear about Bill. He always had a word of encouragement and spoke with all CDC employees even when they were not in the public health field. He will really be missed. Praying for you, Diane and your family. You and Bill were always kind to me at CDC.
Mae Gentry
February 24, 2019
Bill was a wonderful guy, kind and sincere, a great family man and friend, highly intelligent yet modest. My condolences to Diane, Danielle and the rest of the family.
Saundra Edwards
February 23, 2019
Sending condolence to the family our friend, neighbor and Doctor. We love you but God loves you best. Thelma, Saundra Edwards and family.
Carol Bartles
February 22, 2019
Bill was a Friend (Quaker). He was a valued member of the American Friends Service Committee community. He knew when to speak and how to share what he knew. Words cannot convey the value he brought to the room.
These words of an early Friend exemplify how Bill shared his life...: "Be patterns, be examples, in all countries, places, islands, nations, wherever you come; that your carriage and life may preach among all sorts of people and to them; then you will come to walk cheerfully over the world, answering that of God in everyone; whereby in them ye may be a blessing, and make the witness of God in them to bless you". George Fox (1656)
Shawn Mazyck
February 20, 2019
Words may not suffice to express the heartfelt sorrow that I feel for the passing of Dr. Jenkins. May our Lord bless and comfort the Jenkins family during this time of grief. He has impacted the lives of many Public Health Professionals and I am honored to have known this great man! Dr. Jenkins, you will be missed. Thank you for your service.
Shawn Mazyck Sr. MPH
Morehouse College
February 20, 2019
Beloved Bill,
We owe you so much as a people, as a nation as global citizenry. You are the truth-teller, the conscience and thought leader for health equity--and a vast array of accomplishments that paved the critical pathway for us all. I shall miss that searching gaze, and apple-cheeked smile. So glad I saw you last summer to talk if only briefly. Your legacy shall be everlasting there is no doubt. You who have now become ancestor will be the reason I look up some days and simply smile at the goodness of it all in our lives through yours. Asante Sana.
Marjorie Singer
February 20, 2019
Dr. Jenkins was a giant and and inspiration on this journey of Equality ~ His passion and his scholarship shone light onto health disparities and, in particular, in the dark corners of academia and used his science to punctuate and illuminate the fire in his soul for social justice. May he rest in peace knowing that so many of his students and those of us he inspired continue, further impassioned on this road ~ losing such a leader means the burden is now ours to not only bear, but obliterate. Thank you for your leadership and your wisdom. My deepest condolences to your family ~ they have lost a key guiding star.
Kathy Parry
February 20, 2019
Sending my condolences to Diane and all the family, and lifting the Spirit of Dr. Bill. My heart is with you. Sincerely, Kathy Parry, CGBI/MCH
M.S
February 19, 2019
My sincere condolences to the family of Dr. William Carter Jenkins. May you find comfort in knowing that God collects our tears and he is close to the broken hearted. He is ready and willing to comfort you in your moment of need. (Psalms 56:8)Know that prayers are being said in your behalf.
Lumbe Davis
February 19, 2019
Prayers are going up for Dr. Jenkins' family. Dr. Jenkins was my Intro to Public Health Sciences professor. His leadership paved the way for undergraduate students from the Atlanta University Center attend the UNC-Chapel Hill Minority Health Conference. I dedicated my Master's paper to him because of the impact he had on my life and career choice. He will be sorely missed.
February 19, 2019
I did not know Dr. Jenkins but I do recognize him as a man who cared about public health, his people, integrity and the truth. My sincere condolences to his family and many friends.
Let us not forget the sturdy path he has set us on and continue the work. Ase O
E. Willie Spaulding, RN
February 19, 2019
My condolences and prayers to the family of Dr. Jenkins. I am grateful to have both learned from and been inspired by Dr. Jenkins and his work. I am also thankful for the conversations we shared and for the guidance he gave to myself and other young aspiring public health professionals.
Abram Vera, MPH
Morehouse College - Class of 2013
D Gaines
February 19, 2019
When someone we love falls asleep in death the memories we have of them become our treasure. May those cherished memories of a life well lived and God's promise at John 6:40 bring you a measure of comfort. My condolences to the family.
KENNETH BLAKE
February 18, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
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