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Henry Jenkins Obituary
Rolesville
Mr. Henry Allen Jenkins, 62, went to be with his savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, July 15, 2012 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Kinston, NC on July 5, 1950 to the late Allen Jackson Jenkins and Mrs. Evelyn Jenkins. He was a loving Husband, Father and Papa who always put God and his family first. His home was filled with love and the laughter of his grandchildren Alfred and Olivia D'Ottavio, Beau Mitchell and Kennedy Jenkins.
Henry was a devoted Christian who served the lord with all his heart. He was a member of North Haven Pentecostal Free Will Baptist Church for over 30 years. He led home groups and Sunday school classes to share his love of the lord with those around him. He was a beloved member of their choir where his personality and eagerness to serve the lord could be seen by all. Henry followed a calling from the lord to minister to the inmates at Raleigh's minimum security prison, he devoted 14 years to this ministry.
He was the retired Chief Electrical Inspector from Wake County, NC. He served as Chief electrical inspector from 1980 until 2008. He won the Electrical Inspector of the year award in 1991, and the Robert B. Boyd, Jr. Award for contributions to the Electrical Industry in 2001. He was chairman of the NC, Ellis Cannady Chapter of the International Association of Electrical Inspectors in 1993 and served as Chairman, Board of Directors of the Southern Section of the International Association of Electrical Inspectors in 2007.
Henry presided as the Code Clearing Committee Chairman for the Ellis Cannady Chapter of the IAEI for over 15 years. After retirement with Wake County, he was a consultant for the first phase of the RDU International Airport Terminal 2 project. In 2010, he fulfilled his life long dream by founding Jenkins Code Studies, a company specializing in electrical contractors continuing education.
Survivors include his wife Leann Jenkins of Rolesville, NC, a son Brandon Jenkins and his wife Jennifer Jenkins of Knightdale, NC, a step-daughter Misty D'Ottavio and her husband Alfred D'Ottavio of Youngsville, NC, and step-daughter Holly Mitchell and husband Brandon Mitchell of Zebulon, NC; as well as his mother Mrs. Evelyn Jenkins of Kinston, NC, a sister Jackie Jones and brother-in-law David Jones, Mother-in-Law Peggy Huffer of Kokomo, IN, Brother-in-Law Brett Huffer and his wife Mary Huffer of Raleigh, NC, along with nieces and nephews and his four beloved grandchildren.
The family would like to give a heartfelt thank you to all those who have sent their thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Relatives and friends will be received by the family from 6:00 to 8:00pm on Friday evening July 20, 2012 at North Haven Church, 6620 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, NC 27515. A memorial celebrating the life of Henry Jenkins will be held Saturday, July 21, 2012 beginning at 2:30pm at North Haven Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the Henry Jenkins Scholarship Fund in care of NC Ellis Cannady Chapter, IAEI, P.O. Box 18727, Raleigh, NC 27619. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting http://jenkinscodestudies.com. Arrangements are by Montlawn Funeral Home, 2911 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh, N.C
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Memories and Condolences
for Henry Jenkins
Clifton Parrish
July 30, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of Henry's passing. He was a good friend and a credit to the Electrical Industry.
Faye Rouse
July 26, 2012
Jackie and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Henry's death. I want you and all of his family to know, you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
ELIZABETH FUTRAL
July 26, 2012
TO THE JENKINS FAMILY,(MISS EVELYN)
MAY YOUR HEARTS SOON BE FILLED WITH WONDERFUL MEMORIES OF JOYFUL TIMES
TOGETHER AS YOU CELEBRATE A LIFE WELL LIVED..SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS.MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOUR FAMILY.
kimberly barnes (howard)
July 26, 2012
Jackie & Mrs.Evelyn,
I was so sorry to hear of Henry's passing. Reading the comments of others he touched the lives of many and was a much loved person. I know you will miss him, keep his memory in your heart and know one day you will see him again.Growing up across the road, I remember Henry as always smiling, kind and a great big brother for Jackie. Your family is in my prayers.
Sue Duckett
July 22, 2012
I will always remember Henry as a man of prayer. The Lord used him in many ways; he had such a gift for teaching.
Marigrace Labella
July 22, 2012
Your smile has always brightened my day anytime I saw you. You were always sure to take some time to check in with me and pray. To have loved like you did is a treasure to have loved twice God's Blessing to you for being a loyal follower. I bet there is some awesome singing in Heaven going on right now
July 20, 2012
LeAnn, Brandon, Misty, Holly & Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Henry's death. Although I haven't seen him since I left Wake County, I have often thought with great admiration and pleasure of those wonderful years we spent working together. He was one of those truly gracious individuals who made life so much more pleasant for everyone around him. I never knew anyone who had as many friends or who deserved them more. Henry will be sorely missed.
May each of you find strength in your faith, comfort in God's love and peace in knowing that your friends are praying for you.
You have our heartfelt sympathy,
Ronnie and Shirley Drake
Linda Lee
July 20, 2012
Jackie and the Jenkins family: Although I didn't know your brother, I can certainly see he loved the Lord and that he impacted many lives. God bless and comfort you all.
Sam Thompson
July 20, 2012
The electrical industury lost a very special person in Henry.He will be greatly missed.
Cory Tate
July 19, 2012
Those in the electrical community who knew Henry Jenkins can testify that his passing has left a hole among us that will not soon be filled. Henry's knowlege of the trade was unsurpassed, and his many years of dedication to the Wake County Inspections Department are a testament to the commitment he made to ensure our homes and businesses are as safe as possible. I first met Henry about six years ago when I joined the Education Committee for the NC Ellis Cannady Chapter of the IAEI, but I knew his reputation as a well informed electrical inspector and instructor long before I actually met him. He will be missed.
July 19, 2012
I grew up with Henry, our family lived just across the road from the Jenkins family while Henry and I attended Jones Central High School, Henry and I were both born in July of 1950, so we had a lot in commond, although I have not seen Henry in many years I always respected Henry and remember how nice it was to be around someone as pleasant and funny as Henry. Unlike most highschool sutdents I never once heard Henry have a bad word for anyone. I only regret not staying in touch with Henry, my prayers are with Henry's family.
Don K. Howard, Kinston, North Carolina
Wesley Privette
July 19, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the Jenkins family. Henry was a great friend and I will miss him.
Joey Martin
July 19, 2012
I am sorry to hear of Henry's passing. I will always remember the times we got to walk to work together very early in the morning. I will always cherish the times he was willing to share his thoughts and opinions with me about family, religion, NASCAR, and his truck. He had such a great sense of humor and a laugh I will always remember.
My sympathies are extended to the family during this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
joan carol murdoch
July 18, 2012
Thank you for the great childhood memories..you were like a brother.although i havent seen you in many years to think about youre being gone makes me sad. i am praying for the family.
Sincerely
Joan Howard Murdoch
Mary Huffer
July 18, 2012
Henry you have taught us so much about love. Your love for God, your love for Leann and the rest of the family, your love for your friends and even your love for those who didn't love you back. You lived your life with an open heart showing that love is limitless and for all to share. We only had 5 years to experience life with you but those were the best years of our family's life. Your love of Leann has been a joy to watch by all who know you and know so well that the two of you are soul mates that met later in life. God brought the two of you together at just the right time. Thank you for wanting and choosing to be a part of our family. These five years seeing you two both come out of painful times to having five years of of Wedded Bliss Blessed by God and supported by family will be treasured for eternity. We love you Henry and will follow your example of loving the way God has taught you and through you continues to teach others how to love God's way. We Love You.
jackie jones
July 18, 2012
Brother i miss you terriblely i am glad your suffering is over i know you are with daddy tell him i said hello and give him a hug for me i know you are rejoicing with our lord jesus
Mary and Skip Higgins
July 18, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to the Jenkins family. Henry lived a wonderful life and we will cherish his memory forever.
July 18, 2012
Brandon, please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers and let us know if there is anything you or your family needs. Gary and Luna Toler
Ray & Lyn Massey
July 18, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers to all the Jenkins family during this most difficult time. We had be thinking about you all and missing Brandon, Holly & Beau at Wakefield. May God give you all the strength needed and comfort you with his peace in the days ahead.
Elaine Webb
July 18, 2012
Condolences to the family. For Brandon, may you find peace in the knowledge that your mom and dad are reunited in Heaven!
July 18, 2012
To my husband. The house seems so empty without you. The family was here tonight and you were so missed. I know you are in the fathers house tonight. I am so glad your pain is over, I love you baby!!!!!
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