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James Jenks Obituary
James K. Jenks II, 72; devoted husband of Pamela nee Skryd; loving father of Allison, Trisha (Juan) Segura, James III, Lauren, Caitlin and Cassandra; dearest grandfather of Ledger James, Tyler, Kasean, Caris, Capri, Bentley and Calli; dear brother of Janyce Wilson. U.S. Army Sgt. Veteran as a Military Intelligence Coordinator & Specialist at the Pentagon during the Vietnam War, Pilot member of the Civil Air Patrol. James was the former Village of Lyons Attorney, Police Commissioner, Former Illinois Assistant Attorney General and an Attorney with the E.P.A. Funeral Mass Saturday, June 6, 2015 1:00 p.m. at St. James at Sag Bridge Church 10600 S. Archer Avenue, Lemont. With a Celebration of Life Party at Willowbrook Ballroom 8900 S. Archer Avenue, Willow Springs starting at 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Donations for a memorial bench at www.forestpreservefoundation.org. please note that it is for James K. Jenks, II. Funeral services provided by Ivins/Moravecek Funeral Home at 708-447-2261 or www.moravecek.com.
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Sonny and Marilyn Stepul
June 10, 2015
Our deepest sympathy at this very sad time.
Jim will be missed by many.
Jeffrey Herden
June 6, 2015
I knew Jimmy Jenks when he lived in Schiller Park in '69 and '70. I caught up with him again (this time as Jim, in the office, but James K. II in court) when he worked at the AG's office and was instrumental in getting me a job as a law clerk and later as a colleague in The Environmental Control Division. We lived in the Oz Park neighborhood and always took the "El" home from work together. He was truly an outstanding lawyer. But I remember him most as a great guy, always smiling and quick witted. His command of Finnish may have been his most unusual attribute. I can still laugh when I think of his saying, in Finn, "You are more beautiful than two pork chops!"
I know he will be truly missed.
Jeff Herden
June 4, 2015
I spoke to Donna Vetricek today and she told me of your loss.
My condolences to your family. Since I and my family live in
California now one loses touch, however I remember Jim well as an
adult and as a child when we were all growing up. I think of him
with great fondness. Sincerely, Sharon Giangiorgi
scott
June 2, 2015
My sincere condolences to the family.God give us a wonderful promise to look forward to at 1 Corinthians 15:26.
Susan Shallow
June 2, 2015
James, while I never had the opportunity to meet you, I can tell you that you were a success in life, you raised a fine daughter Allison who has become an accomplished woman and a wonderful mother to your grandchild Ledger. I know you will be missed by all.
June 2, 2015
Sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort help you doing this difficult time. Psalms 83 : 18.
Barbara Evans Frisby
June 1, 2015
Pam I'm so sorry to hear of Jims passing. Praying that God will give you all peace & comfort during this difficult time. Sorry I can't attend the service but I will be flying back the following week if you feel like a visit.
Tina McLees
May 31, 2015
I would like to offer the family my sincerest condolences at this most difficult time. I have so many years of fond memories with the Skryd and Jenks family. I hope you will find your sweetest memories to give you comfort throughout your life. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Tina Daddono
Tom Carroll
May 30, 2015
God Bless All in this time of sorrow
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