Charles Jenkins

Charles Vernon Jenkins CHESAPEAKE - Charles Vernon Jenkins, 63, of the 1200 block of Davis Ave., died unexpectedly Saturday, May 1, 2010, at his home. Charlie was born Jan. 20, 1947 in Halifax County, North Carolina. He was preceded in death by his mother, Sallie Newsom Jenkins and father, Curtis E. Jenkins Sr. and a son, Timothy Jenkins Shearin. Survivors include his wife, Patricia T. Jenkins; a sister, Margie and husband Don; three brothers, Curtis Jr. and wife Alice, Clifton and wife Fannie, Carlton and wife Sandra; daughter-in-law, Nicole Garner and husband Ted; eight nieces, Shannon, Lizzie, Susan, Rita, Donna, Jennifer, Stephanie and Jackie; and three grandchildren, Harley, Lauren and Tripp. Charlie was a proud member of Operating Engineers for 45 years. He worked as a heavy equipment operator and as business agent and business manager. He also president of Local 147 and served on the board of trustees for the health fund and apprenticeship fund. He was also a Mason with Mann Page Lodge No. 157 in Providence Forge, Va., and also a member of The Most Worshipful Grand Lodge AF & AM No. 177. He loved working on his cars and trucks and taking things apart. He also enjoyed going to car shows and watching NASCAR. He was truly at peace when he was on his farm in Littleton, N.C. He has many friends and will be truly missed. Charles was a gentle, patient and kind man. The family will receive friends today, May 4, from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. in Blaylock Funeral Home, 109 Johnston St., Littleton, N.C. A funeral will be Wednesday at 2 p.m. in Weavers Chapel United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.