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Kevin Jenks Obituary

Kevin Jenks, 62, of Fort Wayne, IN, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2025, a graduate of Leo High School, Kevin built a meaningful career after joining the Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 166 in 1989, where he remained a dedicated member for 35 years. He is survived by his wife, Leslie; son, Nick (Bobbi) Jenks; grandchildren, Asher and Elliott Jenks; and three sisters, Debra Kimmerly, Dianna Cook, and Nicole Sheriff. A celebration of life will be 3pm, Monday Jan 20, 2025 at Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 6557 N. Clinton Dr., with calling beginning at 1pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Fort Wayne Humane Society. To sign the online guestbook, go to www.fairhavenfortwayne.com

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Jan. 18, 2025.

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JR Reynolds

January 22, 2025

Kevin was my NASCAR buddy. We would call and talk about NASCAR and life. As it always seems to happen, your going to call and see what´s happening and you find out your friend is gone.
My heart felt condolences to the Kevin´s family and friends.
He was a good man and will be missed.
Rest in peace my friend.
JR

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