Photo courtesy of Peppler Funeral Home - Allentown
Allentown, New Jersey
Nov 8, 1936 – Aug 5, 2021 (Age 84)
William F. Jenkins, 84, of Monroe Township passed away Thursday, August 5, 2021 at Princeton Medical Center in Plainsboro. Born in Phillipsburg, PA, he was a graduate of Rahway High School and attended Middlesex County College. A US Air Force veteran William served in the Strategic AIR Command. He retired as an illustrator from Engelhard Industries and continued to work by starting his own business as an interior house painter. He attended Dunellen Presbyterian Church and loved to cook; but his true passion was gardening and landscaping. Above all, William was a family man who loved spending time with his children and grandchildren.
Son of the late Frank and Mabel Jenkins, he is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Roberta; his son, Curt Jenkins; his daughter and son-in-law, Dawn and Richard C. Disbrow Jr., and his grandchildren, Connor, Grant and Sean Jenkins and Jack, Cole, and Ethan Disbrow.
A viewing will be held Tuesday, August 10th from 4–8 p.m., with a funeral service beginning at 4:00 pm at Peppler Funeral Home, 114 South Main St., Allentown. Inurnment will be held 12:30pm on Thursday, August 12th at Brigadier General William C. Doyle Veterans Cemetery, Arneytown. Those wishing to attend the inurnment should be at the funeral home by 12 noon. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in William’s name to the Disabled American Veterans, PO Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250.
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I was just informed of Bill's passing. I was deeply saddened to hear the news. I enjoyed working for/with Bill and Roberta. Bill was (by far) one of the nicest people I have ever worked with. Sending prayers to Roberta and family. RIP Bill.
John (the window guy) Schepise
September 08, 2021 | Other
Bill was a good neighbor, friend and always helpful if you needed anything he was their for you. I will remember him as kind loving and just a good man. So sorry for your loss.
Michael Wright
August 20, 2021
My prayers go out to Roberta and family, may you remember all the fun times together. Love, Kathy, Chris, Julius and Katie
Kathy Gibson-Russ
August 08, 2021 | Hampton, VA | Family
Mr. Jenkins was a great person. So many fun memories through the years. From Dawn and my High School antics to Ocean City trip etc. May he rest peacefully. Sending love and prayers to Mrs. Jenkins and rest of family.
Deana Cumiskey
August 07, 2021 | Friend
Uncle Billy was one of the most beautiful souls to have graced the earth. He was so generous, kind, gracious & a gift to all who knew him. He will be greatly & forever missed!! Deepest condolences to his family & friends.
Debbie Lanzi
August 07, 2021 | Vero Beach, FL | Family
