Bobby Jenkins Obituary

BESSEMER CITY - Robert Rhyne "Bobby" Jenkins, 69 of Bessemer City and Ellenboro passed away peacefully on March 15, 2017 at Robin Johnson House with his loving wife, beloved sister and brother at his bedside.
Bobby did not lose his battle with cancer…. HE LIVED the last four weeks since his diagnosis graciously and courageously! He will be greatly missed by so many!

Bobby was a 1966 graduate of Dallas High School. He enjoyed farming and spending time with family and friends. Bobby began his electrical career at the age of 12, working for Huffstetler Electric. He began his own business in 1972 Robert Jenkins Electric Company.

After retiring, he began his career in farming. He supplied vegetables to friends, family and anyone in need. Bobby loved spending time with family and friends, working with Bee's; and offering his vegetables and free work to the elders.
He was preceded in death by his parents, James Lee and Virginia Rhyne Jenkins.

Left to cherish his memories is his wife of 38 years, Penny Mitchem Jenkins; brother, James Lee Jenkins (Joyce); sister, Phyllis Jenkins Adams; nephews, Harold Lane and Franklin (Christie) Adams, Jason Graham; great nephews Anthony and Walker Adams, Gavin Graham and Zachary Brown; niece Samatha Hovis, great niece, Stella Adams and Harlie Graham; and his beloved fur babies, Ginger and Kitty and many wonderful friends…

The family will receive friends from 6 until 9 p.m., Friday, March 17 in the sanctuary at Antioch Lutheran Church with a celebration of life service 2 p.m., Saturday, March 18 at Antioch Lutheran Church with Reverends George Rhyne, Johnny McCarthy and Danny Black officiating. Interment will follow in the Antioch Garden of Peace.

Pallbearers will be Mervin Lee Cloninger, Steve Cloninger, Ted Rhyne, Leon Wyant, Jeff Stowe and John Wilson.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Bob Bess, Ray Terry, Harold Carter, Steve Gouldlock, Randall Certain and Jim Pharr.

The family extends heartfelt appreciation to the entire staff of Robin Johnson House for their kind and compassionate care provided to Bobby and their family.

Memorials may be made to Antioch Garden of Peace, 330 Old NC 277 Loop Road, Dallas, NC 28034 or Robin Johnson House, 5005 Shepherd's Way, Dallas, NC 28034.

Condolences may be made to www.withersandwhisenantfuneral.com

Withers and Whisenant Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 2916 Union Road, Gastonia, NC 704-864-5144 is serving the family.

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Published by Gaston Gazette on Mar. 16, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Bobby Jenkins

11 Entries

Darren

March 17, 2017

Penny so sorry for the loss of your best friend, Brook and I will keep you in our prayers.

Keith and Luann Hamrick

March 17, 2017

Penny,
We are so sorry for your loss. We were LUCKY to have known Bobby! What a generous and caring man! Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please let us know if you need anything!
Luann and Keith

Frank & Margie Gettys

March 16, 2017

Penny ... It doesn't seem real that Bobby
is not with us anymore. He will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with you and the family.

March 16, 2017

May the powerful and encouraging words written in the bible be able to sooth the pain of your broken heart having loss your dear loved one. (Matthew 5:4) reads.. "Happy are those who mourn since they will be comforted." Sincerely, I offer my deepest condolences during this time of sadness and grief, and may the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ continue to comfort you. ~with christian love, agape.

Debbie Wyant

March 16, 2017

So sorry Penny, we love you and know that you have lots of great memories. He was a wonderful man who gave of himself to so many. We love you.

Kenny& Vicky Click

March 16, 2017

We were so sorry to hear about Bobby. You all are in our prayers. God bless you and give you comfort in the coming days

Wanda McCraw

March 16, 2017

Penny, my heart goes out to you in the loss of Bobby. Cherish the good times and the memories you made together. Love you, Wanda

VICKIE CLEMMER HARRILL

March 16, 2017

Penny, so sorry for your loss of Bobby. God is with you. I am praying for comfort at this time.

Susan Nalley

March 15, 2017

Penny, Im so sorry about your sweetheart. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Love and hugs to you

Sandie Stinnett

March 15, 2017

So sorry for your loss. I met Bobby through my husband Gay Stinnett. They attended Gaston College together. I lost Gay October 30, 2016. Now Gay and Bobby will be together again. May God be with you and your family through this time of sorrow.

Sherry Leagon Zimmerman

March 15, 2017

Penny, thinking of you and asking for prayers of comfort and strength.

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