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2013
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Dennis Jenkerson Obituary
Born on March 29, 1985, Dennis was the son of Dennis A. Jenkerson Sr. of Manchester and Darlene L. Plourde of Allenstown. He attended both Pembroke Academy and the New Hampshire Technical Institute.
He spent four years with the U.S. Army from 2004-2008 and had spent some time working for both Walmart and Fox Fire. A lover of music, Dennis was a gifted guitarist and a talented songwriter. He also enjoyed kayaking, photography, and motorcycles.
In addition to his parents, Dennis is survived by his wife, Lynn (Follansbee) Jenkerson; two children, Dennis III and Riley; four siblings, Jonathan Jenkerson of Weare, Nathan Tremblay of Allenstown, and Allison and Casey Jenkerson; a step-brother, Christopher Tremblay and a step-sister, Christal Tremblay; and nieces and nephews. He also leaves his maternal grandmother, Lora Martin of Pembroke and paternal grandparents, Roger and Anna Belliveau of Allenstown and a maternal grandfather, Edward Saucier of Allenstown.
Calling hours are Thursday, June 20, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Petit Funeral Home, 167 Main St., Pembroke.
Burial with military honors will take place Friday, June 21, at 10:30 a.m. at the NH State Veterans Cemetery in Boscawen.
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Memories and Condolences
for Dennis Jenkerson
mark bolotte
July 11, 2013
Dennis, i was late to find out about your passing but when i heard i couldnt believe it...this disease took away one of my best friends....im still in shock and its hard for me to grasp the concept that you are not among us physically anymore, but i do know that you are spiritually....u were very talented and gifted guitarist who showed me some things and a great friend and just overall a good guy, husband, father, and son.....ill miss u Dennis...keep it gangsta bro
kim & marc letourneu
June 20, 2013
There are no words to express the sympathy of which goes out to your family. My thought of sorrow/prayer will be with you. Stay strong and stand Proud of Son, Darlene. He was a good man,soldier and farther.
God Bless You
June 20, 2013
Shocked To Hear This News. My Deepest Sympathy Goes Out ToThe Family, To My Cousin Dennis Sr. I Love You & I Am So Sorry For Your Loss.
Love, Jodi A. Jenkerson
Meloney Goodsell
June 20, 2013
May the emptiness in our hearts be filled by the new star in heaven.
Judy Small
June 20, 2013
so so sorry to hear of this, our thoughts and prayers to all his family and may you all remember all the good times to help defray the loss.
William H. Jutrast Post # 43
June 20, 2013
Our deepest sympathies are with you all. May God bless you with the courage and strength to heal during your time of loss.
Walter Downing
June 20, 2013
R.I.P. Dennis, Prayers for your Family.
ROY JENKERSON JR
June 20, 2013
MY HEART GOES OUT TO MY COUSIN AND HIS FAMILY.
Sharon Williams
June 20, 2013
Dennis was an amazing person. Fun to be with and always lit up the room. I wish he had more time to touch other people's lives the way he has mine. My thoughts are with his family. RIP.
Jeannine McEnerney
June 19, 2013
Darlene, Jon and Nathan, our heart and prayers go out to all of you during this difficult time. We will never forget the times we got to spend with Dennis. Hugs and prayers to you all. Glenn and Jeannine McEnerney and family
LYNN Morrison
June 19, 2013
To my nephew Dennis, you will be very missed, love you always,LYNN MORRISON AND MIKE, PHIL AND TIFFANY AND ALEX.
June 19, 2013
Dennis,you are and will always be my brother pal. i love you with all my heart bro.my family and i are devastated.the world just lost a great son.I will always love and miss you,brother.you were there for me when i needed you the most and i will never forget you.My condolences to your family,i am so sorry for your loss.i love you brother and may god watch over you.REST IN PEACE.Your brother in arms BRYAN VERNAZZA 101 ST. AIRBOURNE.
June 19, 2013
RIP Dennis.. the Demeritt family
Gary and Lee Follansbee-Beaulac
June 19, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss. We did not know him, only his mom. Our hearts go out to all who have lossed such a brave young man.
Miranda Clark
June 19, 2013
Dennis you a great friend, an awesome dad and one hell of a soldier. We lost touch over the years but we pumped into each other it was never a dull moment. My greatest love and sympathy goes out to your family. Lots of memories that I'll never forget. Tomorrow I'll be there to pay my respects but I will not be saying goodbye because I know one day we'll hangout again. RIP my friend.
Megan champagne
June 19, 2013
Dennis you were and always will be a great man, friend, brother son and father!! My thoughts and prayers go to your beautiful family you have started I know they will miss you but none of us will ever forget you!!! Thank you for being such a great man!! Well never forget you
Megan champagne
June 19, 2013
You are a great friend and a great man you will never be forgotten and always be in my heart!!! My thoughts and prayers go out to the beautiful family you have!!! R.I.P Dennis a true man and soldier thank you for everything you have done for your friends family and you're country
Patricia
June 19, 2013
I went to school with Dennis. I am sorry for your loss you are in my prayers.
Dennis you will be missed.
Chad
June 19, 2013
My deepest sympathies are with you all. Dennis...wish you safe travels in the next life. Rest in piece bud.
nancy&dion paquin
June 19, 2013
Darlene you will remain in my thoughts and prayers rip dennis you will be missed by so many
Kecia Stanley
June 19, 2013
May you all take some comfort in the memories of the time you had together. Love to all
Alaina Murphy
June 19, 2013
Brother Dennis and family:
May God bless you with the courage and strength to heal during your time of loss. And may your memories be of comfort to you. Our door is always open night or day for whatever you need to help cope at this time.
God Bless
Linda Whitney
June 19, 2013
Darlene and Family, We know that no words can help ease the pain and loss that you are feeling right now. Sending you our sympathy and love. Paul & Linda
James and Jyoti Hall
June 19, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
June 19, 2013
My deepest sympathy to you all.
May happy memories easy the pain you all must be feeling. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Dave and Janie Thistle
Cindy Ann Okeefe
June 19, 2013
Dennis I am so sorry for your loss, the loss of a child is unbearable, but you will get through it and know Dennis is in a better place. our prayers are with you and your family
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