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Cynthia Jenkins Obituary
Cynthia Hope King Jenkins, age 60, departed this life on Friday, December 21, 2012 at St. Vincent's Medical Center with her husband of20 years Napoleon B. Jenkins at her side. She was the daughter of the late Earl and Janice Green King. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brother, Earl G. King. Educated in the Bridgeport School System, she graduated from Central High School Class of 1970. Cynthia continued to further her education at Housatonic Community College and the University of Bridgeport where she received her Bachelor and Master's Degree. In her youth, Cynthia was an active member of St. Mark's Episcopal Church. Her Christian discipleship led her to join Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church. Cynthia joined Prayer Tabernacle Church of Love, under the Pastorial care of Bishop Kenneth H. Moales, Sr., where she received the honor of serving as a Deaconess. The church was renamed The Cathedral of the Holy Spirit, where the pastor is Kenneth H. Moales, Jr. Cynthia was very politically and community oriented. She was elected the 1st African American Woman on the Democratic Town Committee as Chairperson. Her former employment included Dietary Aide at Bridgeport Hospital, Social Worker at Hall Neighborhood House and the City of Bridgeport. She also worked as a Home School Coordinator at Hallen School. She was currently employed by the Department of Social Services as an Eligibility Specialist. In addition to her husband, she will be forever remembered and loved by her two daughters, Lennea Dawson McAllaster (Kiyshon), Caressa King, Orlando, FL; Step-children, April Crawford (Tremaine), MD., Napoleon Jenkins, Jr., Leona Jenkins, Ramstein, Germany, Omar Jenkins, Waynesville, MO; Sister, Stephanie K. James, New Haven, CT.; Brother, Daniel M. King, Atlanta GA; Sisters-in-law, Madeline R. King, Eva Gardner (Greg); Brothers-in-law, Haywood Jenkins (Lisa), Russell Jenkins, Raleigh, NC. Grandchildren, Jaelon,Tanaya, and Dominic; Aunt, Irma Moreland (Prince), Phoenix, AZ; Special Aunt,Alveta Monk; Special Niece,Mishonda James; Nieces, Keenisha Hairston and Michelle Roberts; Nephew, Earl King, Jr.(Tonisha); andSistah/girl, Jackie Wright.
Celebration of Life will be on Thursday, December 27, 2012, at the Cathedral of The Holy Spirit Church, 729 Union Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06607. Viewing will be from 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. with the Service starting at7:00 p.m. Interment will be Friday, December 28, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. at Mountain Grove Cemetery, North Avenue, Bridgeport, CT. Arrangement entrusted to Baker-Isaac Funeral Services, 985 Stratford Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06607. www.bakerfuneralservices.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Cynthia Jenkins
Leo Judice
December 19, 2021
Leo Judice
December 19, 2021
Leo Judice
December 19, 2021
You will always be in my prayers. Peace be with you always.
Marva Adams
January 17, 2013
We have lost a truly wonderful individual. May Jehovah bless and comfort your family at this most difficult time. In the days ahead, throw all your burden on the Lord and he will sustain all of you. With deepest sympathy, Marva
V. E.
January 4, 2013
You will be greatly and sadly missed. You were a role model for every woman demonstrating class and style.
Leslie Hill
December 31, 2012
Rest In Peace.
Vincent Abner Sr.
December 30, 2012
You are loved and remembered forever, my sister!
Barbara Buster-Pulliam
December 29, 2012
May the entire family find strength and direction during this difficult time.
Avis Balkcom-Williams
December 29, 2012
My deepest sympathy goes out to the family. I remember Cynthia well and was a classmate of Danny's when I lived in Bridgeport.
Noreen Ahern
December 28, 2012
Napoleon, I am so very sorry for the loss of your lovely wife Cynthia. Though I only met her once I always remembered her looking so much like a young Cicely Tyson.
May God give you and your family strength during this time of sorrow.
mary ann harp
December 27, 2012
Sorry for your lost my prayers are with you. She will truly be miss.
Richella Adams-Parks
December 27, 2012
Sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. God bless.
mark harp
December 27, 2012
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
December 27, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Melvin and Chyrel Curran
December 27, 2012
Stephanie and EJ,
Expressing sympathy to the loss of your sister/aunt. May you be comforted by God's continuous love and embrace.
Derane Walton
December 27, 2012
To the King and Jenkins family, With deep sympathy. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. The Walton family.
December 27, 2012
Lennea, Carressa ,Mishonda ,Keisha, Aunt Steph, Danny and Napolean. My deepest sympathy, May GOD comfort you during this difficult time. Cynthia was a classy sharp soul that will forever be missed. Rest In Peace.
Ron Mackey
December 26, 2012
To the King and Jenkins family, celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever. I knew Cynthia from age 5 and she was always a joy to talk to, she will truly be miss.
Delores Colclough Blow
December 26, 2012
To the Jenkins and King families I send my love and most heartfelt condolences to you at this most difficult time and pray that God give you strength.
Toni Clinkscales
December 26, 2012
Napoleon, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved wife. Although, I never had the pleasure to meet her but I know she had to be very special and everything I read about her confirms it. I just want offer my condolence and may God be with you and your family during your time of sorrow.
Yvette Embry
December 26, 2012
Lennea, I am a lost for words. Your mom meant the world to me. I was a young confused teenage mom, not sure how to be a mom go to school and take care of myself. But you mom showed me it can be done and reminded me over the years that I did great....Loved that lady. But know this...to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord...Love you
Gwendolyn Armstrong
December 26, 2012
Today, I learned of Cynthia's passing - a caring woman of God. She was very insightful of the needs of the commmunity in which she loved and worked diligently to accomplish those things that she felt needed to be done.
I have known the family for years and feel better for knowing them all - especially Mother Janice.
I pray for God's peace for the family at this time knowing that she is with the Father Almighty.
Billy & Valerie DeBerry
December 26, 2012
To Stephanie & Family,
We were so sorry to hear of Cynthia's passing. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Corbin Cooper Sr.
December 26, 2012
Please accept My Condolences on your lost. I will keep you and your family in my Prayers.
December 26, 2012
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 65:2.
kathy mcnair cox
December 26, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jeffrey Roy
December 26, 2012
To the King, JENKINS family
It's a very sad day to have heard of Cynthia's Passing
We Have Been Aquainted
For a number of years, it's
Just Like me and my Brothers Loosing a Beautiful
Sister. Rest in Peaceful Ness
Nathaniel & Zepherine Jenkins
December 26, 2012
Peace, grace and mercy be with you all, as you endure the home going of Cynthia, a true Crusader for Christ.
From all of us at FKMC
December 26, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May God continue to give you and your family strength, comfort and peace...
(Rev.) Diane M. Peterson
December 26, 2012
My sincere condolences to the family. May the soul of the faithfully departed by the mercy of God rest in peace, and I pray that God's peace that passes all understanding be with you family now and always.
December 26, 2012
OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU DURING THIS TIME,AND AFTER.
DEACON PRIMUS JACKSON III
Tanya Sheldon
December 26, 2012
Dear Jenkins family it's still a shock in hear of the passing of Cynthia . You were and always be my girl from back in the day growing up in bethel church. The last time we seen each other was at your b-day party you were looking so pretty. Mom and dad still can't belive it rest now my friend for your work is done here we love you will miss you.
Betty Jenkins
December 26, 2012
To the Family,
Words can't express how saddened I am to hear the loss of Cynthia. My prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Robert L. Jenkins Jr.
December 26, 2012
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Jackie Scott-Cooper
December 26, 2012
Our sincere sympathy to the family, Cynthia was a blessing to everyone she came in contact with. Gone but not forgotten.
leo judice
December 25, 2012
im very and truly sorry for your loss, always beleive in god, his light is always shining day after day, may god bless you all
Prophetess Gerry Claytor
December 25, 2012
To the family of Deacon Cynthia Jenkins,
My deepest sympathy and condolences to you during this most difficult time! Deacon Cynthia was a brave solider & fought a good fight! She was simply beautiful! You are in my prayers! God bless you.
Love, Debbie Monk
December 25, 2012
Cynthia you were an angel, here on earth, in my life. Rest in Paradise...
Steve Earl
December 25, 2012
Our sincerest condolences go out to you Napoleon, and your family and friends. Cynthia may be gone, but she is in a better place and will live on forever in your hearts.
GEORGE & REDELL BRYANT
December 25, 2012
TO THE FAMILY. MAY THE LORD GIVE YOU STRENGTH DURING THIS HOUR OF SORROW. CYNTHIA WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS. HER SMILE AND LAUGHTER WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED. REST IN PEACE.
Rich Balestrieri
December 25, 2012
Napoleon & family,
I am saddend by your loss. May Cynthia now rest in peace.
The Chavis Family
December 25, 2012
A beautiful person and a beautiful life. Our love, prayers, thoughts, and condolences go out to the entire family during this time. Stay strong and hold on to GOD'S unchanging hand.
Leonard Cohen Sr.
December 25, 2012
It is with great saddness and hurt to learn of the passing of CYNTHIA . My condolence is extended to the KING and JENKINS Family . Cynthia was blessed with an extra measure of that Special 'King Family Smile ' That always drew a smile in return every time you would meet her .And she had one of the lovliess and kindess spirits ever .She will greatly be missed and always loved .
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