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Mary Jenkins Obituary
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Mary Applewhite Jenkins, 71, joined her Heavenly Father, Wednesday, February 2, 2011 at St. Dominic Hospital. Visitation is Friday, February 11, 2011 from 7-8 p.m. at Westhaven Funeral Home in Jackson, MS. Funeral services are set for 11 a.m. Saturday, February 12, 2011 at Mt. Sinai Baptist Church in Jackson, MS. Burial to follow at Garden Memorial Cemetery. Rev. A. L. Barnes will be officiating the services.
She was born on March 27, 1939 in Blackhawk, MS to Mr. and Mrs. Henry Applewhite. She was a long time resident of Jackson, MS. She retired from Baptist Medical Center after 21 years of employment. Cooking was one of her passions. After retirement, she would often share her love of cooking with Waffle House as a part-time employee. At the time of her death, she was employed by Dr. Maria Rappai, and previously by Dr. Joyce Wade as their private nanny.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and her husband, Willie Jenkins, Jr.; four brothers, Jack Applewhite, Sam Applewhite, William Henry Applewhite, and Johnnie Applewhite; one sister, Carol Lee Bolden.
Survivors include Frank Jenkins, Jackson, MS; Dwayne Jenkins, Indianapolis, IN; Willie Jenkins III, Houston, TX; Patricia Ann Washington, Jackson, MS; Melvin Jenkins, Good Year, AZ; Margurite Charleston, Terry, MS; Perida Brown, Jackson, MS; Anthony Sanders, Jackson, MS; Tracey Jenkins Costello, Union City, NJ; Ronald Jenkins, Houston, TX; five sisters, Martha (twin) Pace, Chicago, IL; Eva Blackmon, Jackson, MS; Annie Bates, St. Louis, MO; Callie King, Brandon, MS; and Naomi Kency, Jackson, MS; three brothers, Percy Applewhite, Clarence Applewhite and Abraham (AB) Applewhite, all of Blackhawk, MS; a special Goddaughter, Jacqueline Whalen, Jackson, MS; five sister-in-laws, Nellie Applewhite, Winona, MS; Mary Margaret Taylor, Jackson, MS; Rose Applewhite, Hartford, CT; Jewel Applewhite and Louise Applewhite, both of Blackhawk, MS; one uncle, Kenny Lee Davenport, Jackson, MS; a special aunt, Ethel Veal, Jackson, MS; 26 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.
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Barbara Applewhite-Williams
February 21, 2011
To my cousins, I am so sorry to hear about my Aunt Mary. She was a great lady and always willing to lean a helping hand. I am so sorry that I was not able to be there but my love for her and you all will never end.
Lillie Boykin
February 14, 2011
To the entire family, you have my deepest sympathy. Mary will be missed by many,never forgotten. We all loved her. GOD LOVED HER BEST
The Adger Family
February 12, 2011
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
Kathryn Carter Taylor
February 11, 2011
You have my deepest sympathy for your loss. Remember that earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal.God keep you Ms Naomi Kency and Rev.Applewhite. From Tony And Kathryn Taylor
Linda Evans & Family
February 11, 2011
Pat, Margurite and Ring you all have my deepest sympathy for words can not express how I feel. I pray you all STRENGTH as you all will need it. Stay strong and be Blessed. Love you all!! Linda, LaKeisha, J.C. Evans Jr. III, Keshunna (Patricia Washington God Daughter) and Roddazia all of Jackson, Ms.
February 11, 2011
To: My Family ~~~ I wish You Perfect Peace and all my Love. May we all continue HER Legacy ... All the best,
Pamela & Family
Susie Campbell-Robinson
February 11, 2011
You all have my Deepest Sympathy during this time of Loss. Know that you are in my prayers. May God continue to give you strength.
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