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Story was the most loving person. He loved the Lord with all his heart and he cared deeply for everyone. He is greatly loved and missed by all his family and friends.
He is survived by his parents, Dr. and Mrs. John S. Jenks III; his two sisters, Elizabeth McPherson Andrews Jenks and Sarah Boykin Jenks; his brother, Stanley Rugumayo, and Stanley's wife, Emiko, and their children; his maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Harrigan of Charleston, S.C.; his paternal grandmother, Margaret Mathews Jenks of St. Louis; and pre-deceased by his paternal grandfather, Morton Jenks of Philadelphia, Pa. A funeral service will be held at Trinity Presbyterian Church 2 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9, 2005. A graveside service will be held at Riverview Cemetery, directly following the service.
The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 8, 2005, at Trinity Presbyterian Church.
In lieu of flowers please send donations to The Covenant School in memory of John Story Jenks IV.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for John Jenks
JoAnn Pinkerton
December 23, 2005
Chardonne-
We are all thinking of you and your family over this christmas time, when we think of Christ's gift to us and of your families loss. JoAnn Pinkerton and the Midlife Health Center
Katie Miner
December 15, 2005
The Jenks Family,
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of Story. I was privileged to meet him through my cousins Ashley and Cory Winn and last spent time with him when he joined our family for a few days at OBX. I was always touched by his quiet presence. May you feel God's grace and love during this most difficult of times.
In His Love,
Randy Griffard
December 12, 2005
Dear Dr. & Mrs. Jenks, Margaret & Family,
The loss of a child causes indescribable pain. May your faith and the support of your family and friends help you get through these sorrowful times. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Randy, Jean & Stacy Griffard
Cory Winn
December 12, 2005
Dear Jenks Family,
I have always looked to you all as "my other family" as you have taken me under your wing. Not a day passes that I am not fighting through prayer that Jesus would bring you comfort in this time. I know how it can hurt to loose someone so close. I have no doubt that Story is dancing with the angels. I loved him so dearly and will miss him until we're together again.
Rick Donovan
December 12, 2005
Sandy and I are deeply saddened by your loss. We are praying for your family daily.
Rodney Scherer
December 11, 2005
You are in our prayers
Bruce Giesler
December 11, 2005
Dr. John, Mrs. Jenks, and Family,
Diana and I wanted you to know that our thoughts and prayers have been with you this past week. We know it has been a tough time and we pray that God gives you the strengh to cope. We will always remember Story and Elizabeth visiting our home and the fun times they had with our children.
Fondly, Bruce and Diana Giesler
Borden Hoskins
December 9, 2005
Dr. and Mrs. Jenks,
Story was one of the first friends I ever had at Covenant, he was one of the nicest people I knew in high school and I am very sorry to hear about your loss.
Janet Hopkins
December 9, 2005
Dear Chardonne and John and family,
I was so saddened to learn of the loss of Story. We are keeping you and your extended family in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely, Janet Hopkins and daughters Alice and Sarah Phillips
Rebecca Foley
December 8, 2005
Dr. and Mrs. Jenks, Stanley, Liz, and Sarah, Story was one of the most thoughtful people I have ever known, it was more than a privilege to be a friend of his. During this Christmas season while we are celebrating the life of Christ, we will always be celebrating the life of Story. May your hearts be filled with peace and love during this time.
Cindy , Maggie and Drew Jamison
December 8, 2005
My daughter Maggie attends the College of Charleston and was devastated to hear the news of her good friend's brother. She got to know Story through Liz. My son Drew, got to know Story when he attended the Covenant School. He too was surprised and shocked when he had heard the news of "Such a nice guy."
My brother had died at the age of 20 over 30 years ago and he still lives on in my heart. I know that some day we will be together again. God has purpose when he calls for them at such a young age. How lucky it is for those who go, and how difficult it is for those who stay behind. My prayers will be for you all. May God bless you and protect you during this most difficult time.
Kim Lowe
December 8, 2005
Dear Jenks family,
Our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. Know that we are lifting your entire family in prayer. May you experience comfort and peace that is beyond human understanding and that can only come from The Father.
Paul & Joanie Van der grift
December 8, 2005
Dear John & Chardonne,
We just heard about your son from Edward who sent us the e-mail link. We are so deeply saddened to hear about your loss. We cannot imagine what you are going through. If there is anything we can do we will do it. We will be in touch soon. With all our love and affection,
Paul & Joanie and Family
Lisa, John, Mimi & Jack Pitney
December 7, 2005
Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family during this terrible time. with love, The Pitneys
The Smethurst Family
December 7, 2005
John, Chardonne, and family,
At this time of unspeakable loss, may you know that we are thinking of each one of you and praying for you. Story was a precious young man-- a gift from God-- and we are honored to have known him. Know that we are here for you.
In Christian love,
Doug & Lynda, Matt, Laura, Ellen, and Emily
Bob Roth
December 7, 2005
Dr. John and family, I would like to offer my sincere condolences in the loss of your beloved son and brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
elisabeth & Conor Kehoe
December 7, 2005
Dear John and Chardonne,
We send you our deepest sympathies at this very sad time. We were so sorry to hear about Story. We send you and all your family our love and our prayers. Conor, Elisabeth, Emily & Alice
Ginnie Greenbaum
December 7, 2005
Story was the most loving of people, and he has touched so many people through his quiet, gentle nature. I am so sorry for your loss Dr and Mrs Jenks, Liz, Sarah and Stanley. You raised a wonderful son and brother who I will never forget nor stop loving. Take comfort that he is now finally at rest, and playing Eric Clapton on his guitar with the angels. I love y'all.
Stuart Janney
December 7, 2005
Lynn and I send our sympathy and prayers on your loss of Story. We have so many fond memories of his childhood with our children. We know your strong faith will sustain you. Love, Stuart and Lynn
Laurie Haan Abraham
December 7, 2005
Matt called early this week from JMU with the devastating news of the loss of your sweet son. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of your family. There are no words that can capture what our hearts long to say to you...We pray that you will know that God will sustain you through this difficult period.
When my mom died suddenly, during an already difficult period for my children and I, it helped to picture her in Jesus' presence and at Christmas, knowing that she was celebrating right there with Him.
Love, Laurie, Matt and Kirsten Abraham
Robin Ramm
December 7, 2005
Dr. and Mrs. Jenks, Our family sends our love to yours during this difficult time. We are a Covenant family as well. Our heart goes out to you.
Jim Puopolo
December 7, 2005
My thoughts are with all of you, Dr. and Mrs. Jenks, Liz and Sarah. Anything I can do for your family I will. We will always love Story and remember what a wonderful and thoughtful person he truly was.
Stuart Hotchkiss
December 7, 2005
My sincerest condolences for the loss of this gifted young man. I am not related to your family, but I learned about your loss from friends in Richmond and it reminds me of the loss of my brother 34 years ago. So I just wanted you to know that I feel your pain.
Isabel Anthony
December 7, 2005
As a mother, as a friend of Mimi, I extend my condolence to the family of this special young man. I am so sorry you have lost your precious son. Love of the angels cuddles you now as you grieve. Isabel Anthony
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