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Lolita JENKINS Obituary
She was born in Wicomico, Va., on Feb. 15, 1922, to the late Alonza and Leo Ambrose. She graduated from Achilles High School in 1939. Lolita served as Postmaster of Wicomico Post Office, retiring in 1985, after 25 years of service. She was a lifelong member of Providence Baptist Church, serving as Sunday school teacher, and a member of the Women's Missionary Union.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, J. Kenneth Jenkins; a brother, Woodrow Ambrose; and four sisters, Haley Coates, Daisy Nuttall, Bertha Gamache and Catherine Hogge.
She is survived by two daughters, Amelita Thomas and husband, John of Wicomico, Rita Fletcher and husband, Wayne of Salisbury, Md.; two granddaughters, Holly Handy and husband, Anthony, Paige Bland and husband, Jay; three great grandchildren, Kristin Handy, Lauren Handy, Nicholas Bland; two sisters, Bessie Ambrose, and Joyce Hogge; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins, including a special cousin, Gertrude Burks.
The family extends special thanks to caregivers, Josie Suthers, Frances Jenkins and the staff at York Convalescent and Rehabilitation Center, for the love and compassion shown during her illness.
Funeral services, officiated by the Rev. Dr. Richard Croxton and the Rev. Dr. Ray Goude Sr., will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, at Providence Baptist Church. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. tonight, at Hogg Funeral Home, Gloucester Point.
In Lolita's memory, contributions may be given to Providence Baptist Church Benevolent Fund, 3501 Providence Road, Hayes, VA 23072. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Lolita JENKINS
December 10, 2009
Amelita and Johnny,
My prayers go out to you and your family. I remember so fondly your mother (and father) taking our girls' SS class at Providence Bapt. to Buckroe Beach Park and what fun we had. She was truly a remarkable lady, and your loss is most assuredly heaven's gain. May God's richest blessings and peace be with you during this time.
Nancy Saunders, West Point, Virginia
Darrell & Rosemary Tulloch
November 29, 2009
Dear Amelita - we were so sorry to hear about the loss of your Mother. Our prayers are with you and your family during this holiday season.
gaynelle mcnichols
November 25, 2009
Amelita, my sincere condolences go to you and your family in the loss of your mother. My mother passed away in June and left a big void in our lives. Cherish all the happy memories and know that others feel your sorrow.
Shelly Oliver
November 25, 2009
Amelita and Johnny,
I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. Her loss is felt by many. It is my prayer that God comfort you and all of the family in this time of loss. Please do not hesitate to call on me for anything you may need.
Love,
Shelly, Richard, Matt and Jon
Miranda
November 25, 2009
Paige and Family, May the Lord comfort you and give you His peace.
Miranda(Target)
Chris Shipley
November 25, 2009
Amelita and Family
I was sorry to hear about your mom's passing. What a wonderful lady she was - and she was so lucky to have you taking care of her. I pray God is with you and your family at this time - please let me know if I can do anything.
Tom Leggett
November 24, 2009
Miss Lolita, I love you and I will miss you
November 24, 2009
Amelita and Rita,
I was so sad to hear about your Mom's passing. I met her many years ago at her sister's Haley's house.
She laughed and told me Rita was a surprise. I was really young and she was so sweet to me. Later we would be in the same Sunday School class together. What a joy she was.
I will tell you the Ambrose family is one of a kind. All that I know are so
sweet and wonderful.
My prayers are with you and your family, but rest assured the Angels are happy to have her with them.
I know God will bring you thru this sad time.
Love,
Peggy Douglas
Barbara Hogge
November 24, 2009
Amelita, and Family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and yours. Due to my arthritis health issues I am unable to attend the services. Please know we are thinking of you in this time of great loss. God Bless
Butch and Barbara Jean Hogge
Gary Bond
November 24, 2009
Rita, I'm sorry to hear about your Mom's passing. I've lost both of my parents, too, and know what the loss meant to me. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lynn Burnett Sylvia
November 24, 2009
Amelita, Rita, and Family ~
I am so sorry to hear of Mrs. Jenkins passing. Gloucester has lost a true character! Please know you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dick & Cindy Bostedo
November 24, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Mary Hogge
November 24, 2009
Amelita, I'm so sorry to hear about your mother. My thoughts and prayers and deepest sympathy are with you and your family.
Peggy Poland Lewis
November 24, 2009
Amolita, Rita and family,
I was so saddened to hear of Lolita's passing. When I think of her, it will always bring a smile. She and her sister's enjoyed life and loved to bring happiness to others. May God's strength and your happy memories carry you thru.
Much Love,
November 23, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family during this difficult time. We have heard all of our lives the wonderful adventures of the Ambrose family. Our mother always thought of Lolita as her best friend, she loved her dearly. Our mothers life was made so much richer because of this dear family.
Harry and Glenda McFarland
Barbara Ambrose
November 23, 2009
I am saddened to hear of Lolita's passing. She was a joy to be around. She was one of my father, Doyle's favorite people. The two of them laughed endlessly.
Now she joins her dear Katherine Anne in the heavens to make the angels smile.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
Barbara Ambrose
Linda B. Goodman
November 23, 2009
Dearest Amolita, Rita and Family,
I have so many wonderful memories of your Mom, especially when Mrs. Parkes would have everyone over and we would tease Lolita about being late. What fun we had with her. What lovely memories. I loved her very much.
My sincere sympathy to the entire family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Marsha Poland McGinnis
November 23, 2009
Dear Rita & family, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. Your Mom was like a second mother to me, and I will always hold dear the many happy times I spent with your Mom & Dad and your whole extended family. May the love of friends and family carry you through this difficult time.
Marilynn Hunt
November 23, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Harold Hogge
November 23, 2009
Lolita was always a sweet person, Katherine Ann her sister was my dear friend in school before I left Wicomico in 1945
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