Kenneth A. Jenkins Obituary

My uncle was an a amzing person sombody who you could trust and belive in. I wish i could have met him id be so happy if i could at least hear his voice i was named after him im so proud of him.

He will missed by many and always remembered.

Jenkins was a good soldier. Had the pleasure to be in basic with him. He always helped me out since he was a couple beds down and was always to the standard expected while I still needed some work. Made my bed a few times when we had inspection so we would all pass. That’s major teamwork in a very stressful time. Can’t imagine he would have been any different in combat. Also had the pleasure of being stationed with him in Germany which was great because arriving at any duty station alone is a nerve racking experience it was nice to see a friendly face when I arrived. I remember hearing about his death shortly after returning home myself from Iraq. Truly a loss and my thoughts and prayers for his family left behind.

Hey brother Its Cameron i know i've never met you but i came across this in school and wanted to say something i will always love and appreciate your sacrifice i'm about to turn 14 and wanted to say is that i know it was you who protected me i know your my guardian angel and you never let me get hurt well a little bit just want to say hi and hi to dad too glad he finally gets to see you again

NEVER FORGOTTEN!!
As a fresh N.C.O. in Baumholder Germany I received one of the greatest gifts God had ever given me. A young man soft spoken like butter but had the heart of a lion. Jenkins reported for duty under me. This is very hard and has been hard since his transition. Jenkins was not only my soldier but he was the guy who kept me in check and didn't even know he was. He seemed greatness and received the same. I miss the talks in the field and deployed to Albania and Macedonia. While race was an issue to many it never stood in the way for Kenneth. Even today and I know tomorrow he will be strong in my heart and always my memories. People often asked how I got to be so decorated but the answer is because of soldiers like Kenneth Jenkins. I was fortunate to see and be a part of him becoming a soldier and a leader of other. Those three years serving with him showed me how good God truly is. If only his light was for all to see but I was one of the chosen and I have to tell. I know he was a great soldier and an even better N.C.O. rest easy my brother and please never leave my memories. Boys II Men..... CAN DO SSG.

While I never knew SSG Jenkins I was in Balad Iraq at the same time. I will be pausing this weekend to Honor and remember his sacrifice,

Doing something a little different this year. Instead of choosing a veteran I have served with or knew who is no longer with us. I choose a fallen veteran to honor from the time and place where I served in Iraq.. I never knew him but I will honor his memory. Rest Easy Brother.
• Sgt. Kenneth A. Jenkins, 25, of Fouke, Ark.,

Thanks you Sir for everything never forgotten
August 2020

I showed my kids your picture today. It was part of a lesson about why we celebrate Memorial Day. My kids wanted you to know that they are proud of you and that they are greatful for your service.

You are not forgotten.

I still remember the moment I waived at you and told you to have a good shift at CP 564. That was the last time I saw you before I found out what happened. It still haunts me to this day..... god rest your sole SSGT Jenkins.

I would like to say. That im proud to be your sister . Kenneth. Not one day goes by. That i dont think of you. Until we meet again. Uour always with me in my heart. The pain is unexplainable. I love you Kenneth.

Always and forever.
Your sister
Stephanie Jenkins

I didn't know Staff Sergeant Jenkins personally, but his service has meaning. Everyone who hears of him and the life he lived has a reason to believe in their fellow man. War begets cynicism and bitterness, but soldiers like Staff Sergeant Jenkins give us something stronger. Warrior-Leaders like Staff Sergeant Jenkins give us a purpose; to use our lives and liberty in a manner worthy of his sacrifice.

I miss you brother. Gone but never forgotten. The times we shared will always be some of the best memories of my life.

My name is German Sanchez and I served with Kenny in Fort Hood and in Iraq in 2003-2004. Kenny my brother I miss you just wanted to let your family that you are never forgotten, Rest in Peace brother

I don't know if anyone has seen this but I thought I would pass it on, it is from the website fallenherosmemorial.com .... I am Anxious to contact the Mother of Staff Sgt. Kenneth A. Jenkins a native of Fouke Arkansas who was killed in Iraq in August 2006. In a visit to the US in July of this year, I had the privelege and great honour of planting a flag in memory of Kenneth at the summit of Cottonwood Pass Colorado.
This was in connection with Project Run America where a flag is being posted every mile of a run acros the US. from the West to East Coast in memory of a fallen service person. I have two photographs that I would like to send to Kenneth's Family as memento of this sad, but memorable occasion. I am an elderly Brit Living in the U.K. with a Son and Family living in Crested Butte, Colorado. If you could help I would be ver grateful. Thanks."
Henry C. Adams of Hildenborough, Kent, UK

In memory & honor of SSG Kenneth Jenkins. We will always be grateful to him for his sacrifice and service to this country.

Kenneth,
I never had the opportunity to meet you face to face, but I feel like I know you. Your pictures hang on my wall and I hear wonderful, funny and prideful stories of your life from your family. I married a man that holds you so close to his memory and his heart. Yes I married your brother. I believe in angels and I believe you are with my family through everything, I thank you for helping us survive the toughest of times. I will have sorrow in my heart for all times b/c of the sacrifice that you have made for your country. Thank you for watching over your brother, that man and our son means the world to me. I hope that Kenneth Andrew Jenkins ll can live up to the name he was given.

Not a day goes by that I don't think of you and miss you. Love u little brother

God I miss him so much. Still. Everyday. Thank God for such a man, so far from average. He raised the bar in everything he did and good was never good enough. There is not a day that passes and you don't cross my mind.
Lots of tears & missing you.
Thank you Kenny. I will love you always.

Little brother I miss you more than anything you always will be with me. i love you kenneth.

Mack

To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Kenneth A. Jenkins:
Please accept my remembrance of Kenneth on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

Today Marks 5 years since kenny was taken from this earth. My sincere prayers and well wishes are with his family today. I loved him like a brother and I will continue to miss him and think of him every day. Rip Kenny.

I was just thinking about Kenny today, googled him and found this page. I was with Kenny in Fort Hood during PLDC. We spent four weeks together laughing and making fun of our instructors. You are remembered fondly. - SFC Travis Ransom, Texarkana

To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Kenneth A. Jenkins:
Remembering Kenneth on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

I miss you Brother. I am reminded of you every single day because you are with me on my wrist and will never come off.

You will never be forgotten in my thoughts ever. Every memory I have, from the time I can remember is Me @ u @ mack always. All my happy memories are with my my brothers. I know your always watching over us. Lord do I know. I can't ever explain how it feels not to have you here. But I know and hope @ pray I will see you again. Your in my thoughts always! I love and miss you dearly.Love your little sister.


Stephanie Jenkins

It's been 3 years now and yet you are still in my thoughts every single day. I know that you are watching over your family, friends, and loved ones. You were my best friend and I will never forget you. GOD BLESS

DEAR SON, IT HAS THREE YEARS SINCE I SAW YOU, HUGGED YOU.AND TOLD YOU FACE TO FACE THAT I LOVE YOU. IT SEEMS LIKE FOREVER! I MISS YOU SO. I LOVE YOU BABY,LOVE MAMA

It's almost been 3 yrs. And I still think about you everyday. You are in a place of peace now so I know your doing well and your family is doing fine. Watch over us all and remember we love you and miss you.

"Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers is an organization of over 235 knitting groups throughout the country. Since October of 2007, over 2,900 prayer shawls have been sent to the families of our fallen soldiers. If you or a family member would like to receive a hand knit prayer shawl in memory of Kenneth, please contact me at [email protected] or 774-487-8618.
Sincerely, Barbara

We miss and love you very much.

Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.


The Wind on The Downs

“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”

(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )

Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….

“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”


I did not know Kenneth, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

The Other Side

i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.

can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.

i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side

the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)

“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008


The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol



Sincerely,

Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB

Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55

Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b

Little Brother, I miss you and I am very proud of you. I know you are in a better place now. I will see you again just not right now. We all miss you and Thank God for all the time I got to be there with you. I love you.

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

We miss you Kenneth. You will be forever in our hearts.

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Staff Sgt Jenkins!

We miss you and love you.

I don't pretend to know what to say or do that would bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.

Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.

I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON (KIA on 07/06/07) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.

REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!

PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Staff Sgt Jenkins and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

My sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Staff Sgt Jenkins. May you find comfort in your loving memories, and know that all of America shares in your sorrow and in your pride. My flag flies in honor of this brave young soldier.

To Brandi and family, I knew Ken very Well and I could remember all the good times we shared together . He introduced me too TGIF quesadillas at the house and we were weight lifting buddies together at Fort Hood and he loved his mustang. I remember all the good times we shared. I first met Ken in BNCOC and he was always a happy person. He had a tremendous impact on my life and I consider him one of my best friends. I will never forget him. It hurts my heart to know that he is gone. He was like a brother and you should know that he made a difference in many peoples lives. You will be in my prayers Brandi.

I knew kenny for many years from our time in Germany, and at Ft. Hood. We were in the same company during our first tour in iraq and I was there the night he met his wife brandy. His funeral was one of the hardest days of my life. He was a special person and somebody I am blessed to have called friend and brother. I loved him and brandy and I think about him every day. I wish the best for his family mother, father, brother, sister, and nephew, and his wife brandy I hope your all doing alright. Kenny I love you and know your in a better place where there are no wars to fight. Rest in peace.

Americans will NEVER forget the service or sacrifice made by your beloved Soldier.
Respectfully - Glen Nevogt

“Soldier”
Written to Honor the Service of Our Fallen Soldiers

Soldiers write history, we pay the price
Many miles distant, you live the life
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still

We hope and pray that all will find peace
In God, in the flag, in memories of valor
Gone now, our pride and courage you see
“An Army of One” our motto forever

Willing to risk all for love of our Brothers
We’re still Your Soldiers…and we showed the way
Our Lives too short, now pray for the others
Lived free died Heroes in lands far away

Deep within souls all cherished our Service
We’ll always have what some never know
Courage and Honor, our names forever
Lived life with purpose…just our time to go

We march in the Heavens with Honor and Glory
Missions accomplished we fought the Good Fight
Many years from now…we’ll tell the full story
Until that Day we will live in the Light

Our lives we laid down in a land far away
Still watching o’er you this night and by day
No need to talk…just know we are with you
There in your hearts and we hear what you pray

Yes we are your soldiers
Our lives we laid down
Still We guard o’er you
Still Duty bound

Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We’ll always have what some never know
Lived life with purpose…it was our time to go

To the Jenkins family my heart goes out to you. I am so deeply sorry for your lost. Jenkins and I were battle buddies In Aco 3/67 as well as roomates both of us were section SGTs. I will always remmeber the last time I saw him he was laughing as he always did jokeing around.Bro thank you so very much for being thier for me when I needed it.I will not forget you, I am honored to have served by your side. Untill we meet again you will be truley missed.
your friend and battle buddy
always SSG Sierra

My heartfelt sympathy to the Jenkins family in the loss of Kenneth. I did not know Kenneth, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. Kenneth you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.

I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.

Love and Peace

Tom



To live in the hearts

of those you leave behind

is never to die"

~Robert Orr~

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.

Kenny was a dear friend to me. We served in Iraq together during his first tour. I can remember riding in his Ford Explorer to Austin, washing our Mustangs together, and racing each other on Rancier in Killeen. We love and miss you, Kenny! My heart and prayers go out to Brandi and the Jenkins family. God bless you all.

Military Parents,

My deepest sympathy goes to his wife Brandi and family. May God be with you all!!!

Little Brother you are the best. You are my little brother and my biggest hero. i cannot wait to see you in the end. God bless and I love you kenneth

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

To the friends and family of Staff SGT. Jenkins, I offer my heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathy. I know your pain and share in your loss as you say goodbye to your loved one and we say goodbye to another hero. I didn't know Kenneth personally, but his service to his country speaks volumes of his character and principles. I thank god that we have men like him protecting us. This is one American who will never forget his sacrifice to protect us. I cannot say anything to ease your pain, but I can promise that it will subside. Please know that you have an enormous extended military family that grieves with you and supports you. Please feel free to write if there is anything I can do to help.



Brother of Lcpl Phillip George, USMC KIA-Afghanistan

Kenny was a great friend and I will miss him dearly. We had served in Iraq together his first time around. Every bit of spare time together we spent in the weight room. My prayers go out to Brandi and the Jenkins family. Love patrick

I had the pleasure of serving with Kenny in C Co. 1-22 before the war got started. He lived in the room across from mine and his face was always a welcome sight when he'd come by.



Thought I missed the war but the gov brought me back under the IRR and I just got home two months ago. What an unwelcome shock to see a familiar name on the list of the dead. To the rest of my buddies over there, stay safe.

To the Family of Staff Sgt. Kenneth A. Jenkins:

My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courgeous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life. We lost a son 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday.

I know first hand there are no words right now that will bring you the comfort and peace you need. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you mourn this loss. We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with. I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally, but none of these courageous men and women will be forgotten. They will never be able to be replaced, but sometime, someday your loving memories will help to sustain you. This courageous soldier will forever now be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well. To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is those wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever. If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero. God Bless this courageous soldier and family.

Pam Adams (SFC Brent Adams, KIA 12/1/05 Ramadi, Iraq)

[email protected]

(Millersville, PA )

Dear Kenny,

I will miss you brother and all the memories we had together. You are a true American hero and I am so proud to have called you a friend. Our work is not done here yet but we will meet again in the afterlife. I love and miss you Kenny. Your Friend

Rest in peace at your last post in paradise.God has ensured your enemies will never triumph over you. And thus you are honored.

all gave some your son gave all

you are my hero sir..

god bless you and us all.

Kenny was a very special person to so many people..Losing him was something I never thought I would ever have to face. I miss him and he will never be forgotten. All of my prayers go out to his wife, family and friends. Rest in Peace Kenny and one sweet day we will meet again.

I AM DEEPLY SADDENED TO HEAR OF THE LOSS OF KENNETH,THE 4TH INF HAS LOST SO MANY,MY SON INCLUDED.HE WAS KILLED BY AN IED ON MAY 30TH.I FIND COMFORT IN THE LORD JESUS CHRIST.IF YOU FEEL THE NEED TO TALK PLEASE E-MAIL ME GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU.MOTHER OF FALLEN SOLDIER CPL BOBBY WEST

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. PLEASE ACCEPT MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES FOR YOUR GREAT LOSS. KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON FOR YOU ALWAYS. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI



A PROUD MARINE MOM

I am deeply saddened to learn of the loss of Staff Sgt. Kenneth A. Jenkins.

May God's Loving Grace and comfort be with the Jenkins family.

Please Know this Young Hero will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.

From the sister of a Fallen Young Hero, in Vietnam, many years ago.



Hoping you can feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you today, as this Country mourns with you, for someone very precious to you, who is a Hero to all of us.



"Greater love hath no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends." - John 15:13