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Jack Jenkins Obituary
When his father, Scott Jenkins, who like any proud parent wanted to put them on display, asked him why he didn't, Jack told him two things.
First, the trophies weren't environmentally friendly, a waste of materials and resources, Jack said. Second, debating wasn't about winning trophies. It was about the art of debate and the community created between its participants.
It's a good summary of how he lived his life.
Jack Howard Jenkins, 17, going into his senior year at Westlake High School, was killed Friday. Jenkins lost control of a car about 1 a.m. and slammed into a tree while driving west on West 45th Street approaching Shoal Creek Boulevard, Austin police said. His passenger was not seriously injured.
While Jack was both an accomplished rock 'n' roll drummer and debater, Jack's father, a state district judge, said his son wasn't the kind of person who liked to be known for his achievements, but rather his character.
"He felt his principles so intensely, it pained him when he didn't see people stand up morally," Jenkins said. His son was a vegan and a nature lover. "He didn't believe in talking about achievements. What was important to him was whether or not you were honest, loving and acted with integrity."
Jack's close friend Dan Rowe, a debater at Austin High School, said he and Jack spent every Sunday at the Barton Creek green belt. Jack often disapproved of what he saw as the "superficiality" of a school like Westlake, but he always had love for everyone around him, Rowe said.
"Everyone liked him because he cared so much about other people," Rowe said. In the debating community, things can often get overly competitive and people can become overly concerned with success, but Jack loved debate because it gave him a chance to say what he had to say, Rowe said.
"Debate gave him people to care about. That's what he spent his time doing," Rowe said. "That was what he always wanted."
A private memorial service for Jack's friends will be held Tuesday evening, Jenkins said. He asked that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Sims Foundation and the Austin Parks [email protected]; 445-3851
Memories and Condolences
for Jack Jenkins
Sponsored by Scott and Sarah Jenkins.
196 Entries
DJ
August 17, 2024
Adoring and missing our Jack. It´s not fair that he´s now been gone for as long as he was here, but of course we keep him here always in our thoughts.
With love,
Ellen Frede
February 9, 2021
Missing you, Jack. 31 years and one day after you were born.
September 29, 2018
i miss jack
February 20, 2015
Jack was one of the only people that could make you feel compeltely comfortable within two seconds of talking to him. He was the kindest, most thoughtful person I ever knew. It's crazy to me to think that he's been gone now for 7 years. I miss him every day. Love you Jack
L. Williams
August 17, 2014
Thank you for graciously allowing my memory of you to bind one of the darkest parts of my heart with the warmth of your soul. That's a precious gift that I'll hold in my spirit, always.
Harvey Davis
August 19, 2012
Dear Scott and Emily,
Wow! Those are some beautiful words! I'm so sad for your loss.
August 19, 2012
Dear Sarah, Scott, and Emily,
Your selection is beautiful as it captures the light that was Jack. That light will always be in our hearts.
Love you all, Beth & Adam
August 19, 2012
Dear Sarah, Scott, and Emily,
Always know you are dear to us and Jack is ever in our hearts.
Love, Rick and Phyllis
Nancy Higgs
August 17, 2012
Dear Sarah and Scott and Emily,
I remember fun time when we all lived in Hyde Park. The kids were little and life was simple. I share your loss and am thinking of you today. Even though we haven't seen each other in too long, you are never far from my thoughts.
Much love, Nancy Higgs
Becky Wildman (Knuth)
April 3, 2011
I recently came across a paper of Jack's from 7th grade science and it made me think back to what a special person Jack was and what influence he had on me as a teacher. Thank you Jack! Miss you!!!
Cody Hitchcock
March 3, 2011
Jack was a great man, much greater than I will ever be. I can only hope to be missed half as much as him. He was my friend and I will always love him for that.
D J
February 8, 2011
Happy Birthday, Jack. You are so very missed.
Love always.
Harvey Davis
August 17, 2010
My condolences on a sad day.
Harvey Davis
December 7, 2008
Please accept sincerest condolences from Gayle and me to you and yours on this terrible loss. From the remembrances in the paper and a visit with his Father, Jack sounded like a beautiful young man - I know you were proud of him. He and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Isabella Jackson
October 10, 2008
I'd only had one brief encounter with Jack. He probably wouldn't remember me at all. A friend of a friend. Jack was the first person I know who had passed. My thoughts and prayers are still with him and his family. Upon meeting him, I could tell he would do something great one day. The world is truly missing someone special.
William Glosup
August 17, 2008
Dearest Jack,
In a lot of ways I feel that you are the first real friend I made here in Austin. I had only been here for a couple years and I still hadn't quite found a place I felt fit since I had started at Westlake. After meeting you, a person of no group, no boundaries, no pre-disposition to whom it was that was going to hold a relationship with you. I can say when I met you I did have pre-disposition, I did have judgements of your character prior to our acquaintance. I thought to myself "I'm going to go meet a kid who eats lunch in the debate room everyday and ask him if he wants to play music". It didn't take very long for you to turn my judgments into thin air and make me realize that my own judgment was a self projection of what people thought of me. Soon enough you made me fall in love with lunch in the debate room, hanging out with people who could hold intellectual conversations about things that we were just figuring out for ourselves. Moreover Jack, you also let me see Austin for the first time through uncensored eyes. You really changed my life in what I look for in people and what connections I strive on. Because of how I grew from you, these days I look for honest friendly emotional and intellectual connections. Beyond that of predispositions .
I love you Jack, and you are one of the people who really turned my world around. I'll never forget the late nights we had on the town, or the early lunches we had at school. Because of you, my mind is opened to so many new beginnings, emotions, and growth in life
Bennett Grimes
July 26, 2008
Granted I only knew Jack by Westlake association, him and I shared a few - what I would consider, very memorable moments.
On one great ocassion, I was at a friendly gather up and him and I exchanged words, conversed about philosophy, current events, anything that flowed to our minds. It was a great few hours, and a rarity to boot.
I never knew him on a personal level, as someone does a decade old friend. But I say without a doubt, he was one of the most sincere, influencing, interesting people I have had the pleasure to sit down and talk with.
I regret not asking him for a phone number.
April
June 4, 2008
Dear Jack,
I love you so much, we all do. Saying I miss you is cliche, I just love you, all I do it love you.
Jacqueline Anderson
April 10, 2008
I first met Jack in first grade and although we drifted apart in high school he will be someone i remember for the rest of my life. He was an amazing person and I am so terribly sorry for your loss. He is sorely missed.
Alex Galow
March 28, 2008
i actually only knew jack for probally a bout one month. I was hanging out with him at max and andy's for about two weeks strait, he passed less then one month later. so i truely didnt know jack very well however i chilled with him very near to the time of his passing. he was a truely unique and inpiring young man, my dad jerry galow told me that he once coached jack in a youth soccer league. he called him smiling jack due to the fact that he always had a smile on his face. jack was such an amazing person that though i only knew him briefly,he pops up in my thoughts routinely to this day.
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Jack on the summit
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Jack with Zipper
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Jack's debate friends
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Jack drumming with Zipper at Antones
November 26, 2007
Amanda Wheatley
October 26, 2007
All we can do is keep on loving.
Thank you, Jenkins family, for showing me how to do that.
Julie Keim
October 9, 2007
Dear Sarah,Scott,and Emily-
The loss of Jack touched me so deeply. He had such a huge impact on this earth and all the people he touched. I am in such gratitude to your family for sharing the gifts of truth,and unconditional love with this world. You inpired me to give my children the freedom to be themselves without expecting them to conform to the ways of the society. Thank you for all the ways you and Jack have served this planet-- much love-Julie Keim
Susan Thompson
October 7, 2007
Dear Scott, Sarah and Emily,
This is Susan (Gauntt) Thompson. We were neighbors about 10 years ago. I want you to know that my heart is with you during this time. I have thought of your family many times over the years. I remember Jackie well, and I remember what a kind and caring family you are. The article on his life is lovely, I am sure you are very proud.
Alice Passer and Barry Krieger
September 25, 2007
Dear Scott, Sarah and Emily;
Barry and I so enjoyed meeting y'all at Big Bend. From you and from this article, we learned what a beautiful young man Jack was. We think and speak of you often, and fondly recall the time we spent together on the Mule Ears hike and on our Adventure Filled Raft Trip Day! We hope you are taking good care of yourselves and of each other during this difficult time. We hope that we will not lose touch with you, and that it will be very soon when we will see or talk with each other again. With love, aap & bik
Jonathan Xian
September 20, 2007
I
didnt know jack that well personally, only through the debate community
(he beat me twice last year...). But i could tell in his debating how
he truly understood, appreciated and loved the ideas he expressed and
wasn't running them just to win, as so many other debaters do nowdays.
Even after loosing to him, he was always kind enough to offer
discussion and encouragement about the round. He really was a good
guy...Austin debate really wont be the same without him.
Penny Kelso
September 12, 2007
Dear Scott, Sarah, and Sister Emily,
We are told to bear one another's burdens, and to tire not at doing good for one another, especially for the household of God, so I, too, am praying that you "can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."
Seems like you have raised a young man in the best way, a true American; one with a back bone. May you be blessed with the finest of memories of your son, Jack Howard, and may you continue to bless him and all he stood for, his God and your God, and all who are watching, by your own responses.
"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord. "Plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future."
"I will never leave you nor forsake you," & "I will be your ever present help in time of need."
May the enemy's attack to kill, steal, and destroy instead cause a supernatural spread of the kingdom of God, and His life and His love for all people.
Claire Smith
September 8, 2007
Dear Jenkins Family,
My brother used to be friends with Jack. After seeing his picture, i remembered him. He was a good friend to my brother Win and I know how distressed my brother was after hearing of the accident. I can't imagine the pain you must feel right now, and I am so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.
Shelly Orton
September 7, 2007
Scott, I'm sure you won't remember me, but my name is Shelly Orton, and I used to work as a court reporter in Austin. When we met, your wife and I both were pregnant, so we hit it off immediately, and I worked for you several times reporting your depositions. My sister heard about your son and called me. I cannot tell you how sorry I am. Even though I didn't know Jack, I always felt a kindred spirit with your family because my son was born not long after yours. I remember us talking a lot about our excitement and nervousness over the babies yet to be born. It sounds like you did a wonderful job raising your baby boy. I wish I had known him. I just want you and your wife to know how sorry I am and that I genuinely hurt for you. My prayers are with you all.
Vivian Walls
September 5, 2007
Dear Sara
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart breaks for you. I know he was your beautiful boy and always will be. When I saw his picture, I thought how sensitive a person he must have been. He loved well and was well-loved. There may be no way to comfort you, but a quote I always remember when I have suffered a loss is..."Time heals, where reason cannot". You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Barbara Ritter
August 29, 2007
I am Savannah's Mom, and although I only met Jack a few times, I feel such sorrow for what your family must be going through. Helping Savannah through her grief has brought both Sam and I to tears many times, both because of what unimaginable suffering your family must be going though, and because I knew how creative and alive Jack was from the moment I met him.
The temple bell stops
But the sound keeps coming
out of the flowers
...Basho
17th Century Haiku Poet
Joan Kappus
August 28, 2007
Dear Sarah and Scott,
My condolences for your loss. I haven't seen Jack since he was a toddler or young boy running around smiling and laughing at a coop function. May God's strength get you through this loss; he needed this angel now rather than later.
Jan Friese
August 28, 2007
We are so sorry for the loss of your wonderful son. Our hearts are with you. "Those who touch us live forever within us" -- and so, too, shall Jack.
Lee Wilson & Jan Friese
Kathy Palomo
August 27, 2007
Dear Ones,
I am devastated by your loss, knowing our sons are the same in age. The gifts and legacy that Jack bestowed upon us all will remain in our hearts, leaving us to reflect on our own personal authenticity. Thank you Jack for your insight, talent, and belief system. We should all live with such a passion for life.
Larry, Peg, Colleen & Nick Liedtke
August 27, 2007
Judge Jenkins and Family: You raised a terrific son who touched many people's lives during his 17 years on this earth. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lisa Ellington
August 27, 2007
Dear Jenkins Family,
I was drawn to Jack's photo, his kind eyes and long blonde hair. He resembles very much my beloved husband Keith at 17, who was also a rock n roll musician. When I read about Jack I cried and couldn't understand why a young person with such tremendous values and caring deeds could be taken from this earth so soon. God only knows - and God knows we need young people like that. I hope Jack meets Keith in Heaven and they can jam together. I will pray for you all and Jack. May he be at peace - I know he loves and misses you all.
Judd
August 26, 2007
I played baseball with Jack when we were pretty young. I remember he never had anything bad to say about anyone. Even though I hadn't seen or really thought about him for years, I can tell he was a really special person.
Linda, Marvin, Brett & Lisa Bendele
August 26, 2007
Our hearts sunk when we heard the sad news of your loss of Jack. You are one of the most precious families in our community. We love you, as everyone does, and will be praying for peace & comfort in this time of suffering.
Fritz Steiner
August 26, 2007
Dear Jenkins Family,
Jack was such a kind and gentle soul. He was a positive force and a wonderful neighbor. We appreciated Jack watching our cat Nibbles when I traveled. Nibbles can be a handful. I always had to convince Jack to take what he had earned for feeding her. Our hearts join yours in sorrow. Sincerely, Fritz
Kathy Karnes
August 26, 2007
Dear Scott, Sara, and Emily,
I was Emily's 4th grade teacher at Cedar Creek and I remember when Jack was a little thing walking around the Cedar Creek Halls. This morning in the paper when I saw the photo of the young person, I immediately gravitated to it. I always do now. I don't know if you remember but I lost my daughter Kelly when I was teaching at Cedar Creek. I was stunned when I realized I knew this wonderful young person and his family. I know what pain you are all in, and my heart breaks for you. If I can be of any help or solace, I would be honored. The words I read about him were beautifully written and described a beautiful human being.
Praying for you all.
Colette (Lynch) Dixon
August 26, 2007
Sarah, Scott, and Emily,
I read about Jack in the newspaper this morning. I am so very sorry to hear of your great loss. I know he was a wonderful son and brother. I remember Jack as such a precious child - with such a beautiful, sweet smile and very blonde hair. I know he was a special child.
May God give the strength to deal with this horrible tragedy. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Colleen Ryan
August 25, 2007
As I turned the pages of the Statesman, it was Jack's photo that first caught my eye. Too young. And then I read about him. What a tremendous impact he had on this world in such a short time. His spirit continues to inspire. Thank you for sharing about Jack.
Charlotte Knepp
August 25, 2007
Sarah and family,
Although it has been years since we last saw one another, I want you to know that you are in my prayers at this time.
Lauren Williams
August 23, 2007
I know I didn't talk to you as much as I should've. I know I didn't hang out with you as much as I could've. I never lived with regret until now. Even though we weren't best friends, I cared about you more than anyone could imagine. You're an amazing person, and you changed my views on life in the most positive ways I can think of. Knowing that you're gone hurts...and im learning to cope. And don't worry; I'm going to love myself and my enviornment as much as possible for the rest of my days. Maybe we'll see each other again some day. I love you. and you'll always be a beautiful person in my book.
Cam Bethea
August 23, 2007
I fondly remember an adorable brother and sister playing in the front yard.
You are in my prayers.
Taylor Oran
August 23, 2007
I remember Jack during his Western Hills baseball Little League days. We were on the Cardinals together Coach Nevelow was our coach. After the season ended I knew I had made a new friend. I will never forget Jack, always having a smile on his face. He always had something nice to say to me, when I was down. Jack was one of my favorite teammates. My prayers go out to you Mr. and Mrs. Jenkins. I am so sorry for your loss. God Bless You
Shirlene Burroughs
August 23, 2007
I was so sorry to learn about your loss. My prayers are with all of you. I remember seeing Jack grow up at Cedar Creek. What a great young man!
Cade Ritter (savannah's Brother)
August 23, 2007
I played a few games with Jack, just 1 week before the accident. He was really funny and skillful. His love for nature was amazing. The fact that he, a teenager, played videogames with me, an 11 year-old, was pretty cool.
-Cade
Zack Malitz
August 23, 2007
I love you Jack. You were the best debate partner I could have asked for, the best friend I could have hoped for and the most incredible person I've ever known. For you there was no difference between living and loving. You taught me by example the value of love and the importance of not waiting until tomorrow to show love. I am a better and more complete person for having known you. There will always be a home for you in my heart. I will miss you.
Ron Rose
August 23, 2007
To the Jenkins family,
Clearly, words cannot convey the depth of my sorrow for your terrible loss. Jack's father, Scott and I went all through school together, elementary to high school. Having a son of my own, I can only imagine your pain. Please accept my deepest sympathies as you are in my thoughts and prayers.
August 23, 2007
August 23, 2007
Our deepest condolences in this time of unimaginable sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Elaine Penn, Marissa and Courtney Kopatic
Alpna Manchanda
August 23, 2007
Dear Emily and parents,
Tarini just told me of your tragic loss. You were so kind and looked after her and gave her the family atmosphere she was missing so much during easter break. She told us so much about all of you that it felt as though we had met. I just don't know what to say at a time like this. Our deepest condolences. You are in our prayers and our thoughts. Ajay, Alpna, Tarini and Pranay Manchanda
Jeremy Vandermause
August 23, 2007
I am so sorry. Words cannot express what you all and everyone who knew Jack have been through. He was such an awesome guy and a true human being. I always had a great time with him at tournaments and I will miss him and always remember him.
I never litter and I do my part for you and the environment, Jack. I love you man.
Jack Simon
August 22, 2007
Jack was one of my best friends. I first met him when i was six. We grew up together. I'm glad i got to spend time with him over the summer. Supprisingly, Jack was the last person i saw when i was in austin. I love him and miss him.
The Sorrell Family
August 22, 2007
There are no words to console this unimaginable grief. We want desperately to lessen your pain, because we know the love that parents feel. Know that we pray for all of you, asking God to bring you only joy and laughter with each memory of your cherished Jack.
Becky Knuth
August 22, 2007
Dear Jenkins Family,
I absolutely adored both teaching Jack and learning about him as a person. I taught him in middle school and he and some friends ate lunch in my room everyday talking about music, their views on life issues etc. I am praying for your family and all of his friends during this devastating time. I will miss him dearly. Coach K.
Dan, Vicki, Margo, and Jule Ross
August 22, 2007
It is impossible to adequately express our feelings over Jack's loss, or our sympathy for your family. Our hearts are broken. Jack was a wonderful young man, and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tommy Jacks
August 22, 2007
Scott, Sarah and Emily:
No words are adequate to express our sorrow for the loss of your precious Jack. You are in our prayers.
God bless,
Tommy and Laura Jacks
Janina Roberts
August 22, 2007
To the Jenkins Family-
I want to send my deepest sympathies for your loss. There is no deeper lost than that of a child. My prayers go out to you during this difficult time. God Bless.
Carole Crouch Parker
August 22, 2007
Scott,
It's your old speech-drama teacher from Lee, Carole Crouch. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I still think of you as being a teenager yourself. How unbelievable that you have had to endure this tragedy. My deepest sympathy to you. May God hold you close at this terrible time.
Eddie Rodriguez
August 22, 2007
Scott, Sarah, and Emily,
My thoughts and prayers are with you now in your time of loss. Jack was a good, wise, and caring young man - qualities that were cultivated in your loving home. May God bless and strengthen you in this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Brent & Betty Rosenthal
August 22, 2007
Our hearts are with you during this most difficult time.
Socorro Chapa
August 22, 2007
Judge Jenkins, I haven't seen you since our days at Pluymen and Baer, but I'm still in Austin and read Jack's memorial. What a beautiful tribute to a beautiful young man. You were blessed to have such a precious son. May God hold you close and guide you and your family during this difficult time. I will keep you in my daily prayers.
Teresa Gutierrez
August 22, 2007
To the Jenkins Family: I am truly sorry for the loss of a very special young person, your son, Jack. I am sure that he has left a memorable and lifetime impression on his friends, family and classmates with his goodness. I will pray for you all.
Angie Yeo
August 22, 2007
Jenkins Family,
I was taking Sammi to college in NC when she received the very sad news. Although I did not know Jack personally, I do know who he was through my daughter. We cried together at the loss of Jack to your family and to this world.
Kelly Caperton
August 21, 2007
Scott, Sarah, and Emily: I have so many wonderful memories of babysitting Jack and Emily, who were two of the most brillant and amazing kids I had ever met. Thank you for sharing your incredible son and brother with us. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jimmy & Marie Martin
August 21, 2007
To The Jenkins Family,
Our heartfelt sympathy and deepest condolences. Our hearts cry with you at this very sad time. To know Jack was to love him. What a positive impact he made on all who knew him. We do believe that his beautiful deeds will live on in the memories of all those he touched. We will miss seeing him and chatting with him in the neighborhood. Our prayers are with your family.
Tim Cooper
August 21, 2007
My thoughts are with you all. It is too tragic to loose a son at the peak of his life. We all feel it with you.
Patrick Joseph (Wetmore)
August 21, 2007
Scott, I was reading the obituaries in San Antonio when I came across Jack Howard Jenkins. Then I saw the name of the parents.
I am at such a loss for words at this terrible time.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief.
The words expessed in the newspaper were a wonderful tribute to a wonderful person.
May God Bless you.
Susanna Bond
August 21, 2007
Dear Scott,
I send you my deepest sympathies. I will say a prayer for you and your family. I know what dedicated parents you are from all the years we engaged in those various child-related activities. Susanna Bond
Gerry Yanoshak
August 21, 2007
Scott, Sarah and Emily - I'm so sorry to hear about Jack. He was a very special young man. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
Priya, Manhu, Sushama & Vijay Davar
August 21, 2007
Dear Sara, Scott and Emy,
So very sorry to hear about Jack. Please accept our deepest sympathy. All of you are in our prayers and thoughts.
- Davar Family
Javier Davila
August 21, 2007
Judge Jenkins,
I am so sorry for your loss. It is always tragic to lose one so young, it is even more so when it is an individual who has touched the hearts of many. My prayers are with you and your family.
Boone Almanza
August 21, 2007
Scott -
My deepest condolences. My family will be thinking of you and praying for and your family. Jack was clearly a great young man. God Bless you.
Boone Almanza and family.
Sam Bassett
August 21, 2007
I am sorry for your loss. Jack made a unique & significant contribution through how he lived during his brief time with us.
Hubii Cockreham
August 21, 2007
Dear Sara and Scott
I just wanted to let you know that I am thinking of you and Emily. I don't have the right words of comfort but know that I think of you and Scott as wonderful parents, full of love and caring. Much love to you.
Anna
August 21, 2007
I will never know your son, his presence will be missed by those who could have met him. He will be a strong force for those of us who care about the things he loved, his energy will continue.
Adrian Jonrowe
August 21, 2007
My sincere condolences to you and your family. There are not words that can be said to ease your pain except, hopefully, you know so many people care about you and share in your grief.
Sam Ritter
August 21, 2007
Jack came over to our house several times to visit my daughter and her friends. I was struck by how friendly and open he was. Jack seemed genuinely interested in meeting new people, even parent-types. My 11-yr old son remembered how Jack played a video game with him, and that he was fun and communicative with him, the kid brother.
Bye, Jack. You certainly left a lot of people who will remember you fondly.
Richard kammerman
August 21, 2007
Scott,
Sharon and I send our deepest condolences to you and your family on the loss of your son. May his memory be a blessing.
Richard Kammerman
Bill Schmidt
August 21, 2007
Judge Jenkins: My heartfelt sympathy to you and your family.
When our short time on earth is done,
The ultimate judgment above
Is not the battles we've won,
But rather how well we did love.
Connie Stried
August 21, 2007
Scott, Sara and Emily - No words can really express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. May God bless you and your family during this time and in the future.
Will Swinnea
August 21, 2007
Jenkins Family: My thoughts and prayers are with you .
Jennifer Kim
August 21, 2007
Scott, I'm so very sorry about Jack. It's an absolute shock. I am keeping your family in my prayers during this very difficult time.
Jim Mallios
August 21, 2007
Judge Jenkins,
Scott,my family and I are so sorry. I pray God's peace will forever be with Jack and your family.
Jim
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