Photo courtesy of Cobbs Funeral Home - Pontiac
Pontiac, Michigan
May 7, 1937 – Jun 28, 2025
Julius “Shorty” Jenkins, age 88, of Pontiac, Michigan, peacefully entered eternal rest on June 28, 2025, he was preceded in death by his devoted wife of 65 years, Emma Jenkins; his parents; Herbert and Acey Jenkins, his son, Kenneth Jenkins; his siblings Harrel Jenkins, Farrel Jenkins, Humilton Jenkins, Ruth Jenkins, Lilian Jefferson, and Helen Ratcliff; and his beloved granddaughter, Charnae Jenkins.
Julius is survived by his loving daughter, Linda (Anthony) Simpson of Pontiac, MI, his sons, Rodney Jenkins, Sr. and Rodney Jenkins, Jr., both of Pontiac, MI. His legacy continues through 10 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, and 4 great great grandchildren.
Mr. Jenkins will lie in repose on Friday, July 11, 2025, at Cobb's Funeral Home 151 Orchard Lake Road, Pontiac, Michigan, from 3:00pm until 8:00pm.
Celebration of life will be held on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church 318 Auburn Ave, Pontiac, Michigan. Family hour will start at 10:00am and services will begin at 10:30am. Interment will be held at Perry Mount Park Cemetery, Pontiac, Michigan.
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My Condolences on the loss of your father, praying for my family. Trust God for Strength, keeping you all in our prayers. Love you guys. Auntie Georgia
Georgia Lammers
July 11, 2025 | New Orleans, LA | Family
Our Sincere and Heartfelt Condolences to our family, Sending Love and Strength during this difficult time.
May the sweet precious of your dad, bring you Comfort and Peace. Keeping you all lifted in our thoughts and prayers. Love you all. Deanne Jones & Family
DEANNE JONES
July 11, 2025 | Harvey, LA | Family
In loving memory of a wonderful man. We will continue to keep the family uplifted in prayer.
Sam & Sherry Mixson
July 09, 2025 | Auburn Hills, MI | Friend
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Tori Petway
July 08, 2025 | Pontiac, MI | Friend