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Melvin Jenkins Obituary
Throughout his life Mel, with his bride, Patricia (Stone) " 'tricia", of 61 years have nurtured, guided, and mentored family and many dear friends, including four children: David M. "Nick" and his wife, Megrette of Epping, N.H.; Daniel S. "Jake" and his wife, Jill of Tamworth, N.H.; Sandra L. "Sandi" and her husband John of Lee, N.H.; Douglas E. "Gus" and his wife, Barbara of Meredith, N.H.; eight grandchildren, six step-grandchildren, twelve nieces and nephews, their spouses and children.
The third child of the late E. Melvin and Ada Estelle (Child) Jenkins, Mel was born on October 22, 1931, in Medford, Mass. He is predeceased by his sister Lois (Cann) and survived by sisters, Beverly (Laegen) and Patricia (Bird).
After graduating from high school in Somerville, Mass., Mel served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict as a photographer's mate in Tokyo, Japan and aboard the aircraft carrier U.S.S Boxer. He then received his undergraduate degree from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst and continued his studies with a Master's Degree in Forestry at the University of New Hampshire. After graduation, Mel was asked to developed the two year Forest Technology Program at the University of New Hampshire's Thompson School where he enjoyed the hundreds of students he taught in Forest Management, Wildlife Management, Land Surveying, Ecology, and Fire Suppression for 35 years.
Mel has been recognized for his significant contributions to the Land Surveying and Forest Management profession through the New Hampshire Land Surveyor's Association where he served as President and was the recipient of numerous awards including one for surveying excellence. Having served as a Selectman for the Town of Lee, N.H., Mel also founded the Town's Conservation Commission and Town Forest.
SERVICES: Mel's life will be celebrated on Saturday, May 20, at 10 a.m., at the Lee Church Congregational, 17 Mast Rd., Lee, N.H.
In recognition of Mel's interest in continuing education, donations may be made to the M.E. Jenkins Scholarship Fund c/o NHLSA, P.O. Box 689, Raymond, NH, 03077.
Please visit www.kentandpelczarfh.com to sign an online guestbook.
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Memories and Condolences
for Melvin Jenkins
June 6, 2017
I just found out about Mr. Jenkins' death. I had him as a professor @ the Thompson School from 1967-69. He was a knowledgeable and caring man who taught me as a young, inexperienced student the ins and outs of forest technology. He was right at home in the woods & his enthusiasm was contagious. I wish over the years I had been able to connect with him and thank him for all he taught me!
Steve Enman,TS Forest Technology 1969
Gordon & Annette Tuttle
May 31, 2017
Our condolences to Melvin's family. Mel was my little league coach in Lee, NH for the Royals team. Packed with excellent ballplayers from Lee including his son David. Great man, very kind and helpful.
Carolyn Kidney
May 22, 2017
My condolences to the Jenkins family. Mel was a patient that I so looked forward to seeing. A sweet happy and all around wonderful man. God Bless.
Glenn Piller
May 21, 2017
Our sincere condolances to the Jenkins family .Mel was always a pleasure to talk to and was a good soul .
Heather Letarte
May 19, 2017
An active soul
Can still move on in peace
While the energy remains
Here on this worldly plain
In the forests
On the shore
Among the mountains and hillsides
Around all that is still
An active soul
No longer restrained
By failing vessel
And guided by love
Is a miracle
Wherever it is found.
Nancy Smith
May 18, 2017
My condolences to Mel's family. I graduated from TSAS forestry on 1981 and remember those times and Mel fondly. I spent an evening with a classmate on Tuesday of this week, after not seeing her since graduation. We reminisced for hours and wondered about Mel. How odd it seems that this was just one day after his passing. He was a terrific teacher and a kind man.
May 18, 2017
To the Jenkins Family:
On behalf of a grateful nation, and
the VFW Auxiliary/Post #4485 in Somersworth, NH, we wish to express sincere appreciation for the honorable service given by your loved one, and send our deepest condolences on your loss.
VFW Auxiliary President,
Cathy Burns
The Staff of Kent & Pelczar Funeral Home
May 18, 2017
Offering our deepest condolences at this difficult time.
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