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Frank Jenkins Obituary
April 11, 1925 - August 28, 2014 Frank S. Jenkins, a poet and playwright, died on Thursday August 28,2014 in Los Angeles, California at 89. He was born on April 11, 1925 in Seattle Washington, the son of the late Gladys Shockley and Frank Jenkins. Mr. Jenkins was a respected artist in the Black Arts movement of the '70s. Among his best-known works are the poetry collections "I Didn't Start Out To Be A Poet", 1977; and material included in the 1982 Emmy award winning PBS documentary "Voices of Our People, In Celebration of Black Poetry". His plays include "Nobody" (1997), and "Driving While Black in Beverly Hills" (2001). He is survived by his partner and wife of over 40 years, actress Lynn Hamilton, and his children Denise S Jenkins and Frank A Jenkins.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Barbara Williams
June 22, 2025
With deepest condolences sympathy. From our heart to your heart. You were an excellent poet and playwright. You wife Alzenis Lynn Hamilton was a great actress. Rest ln Heavenly Peace . From Barbara Williams Pearl Williams and the late Charles F.Williams Garyville Louisiana
Brian Bara
October 2, 2014
My dear Lynn... I was so sadden to hear of Frank's passing. He was a great Man and freind and will be missed. All my love to you Lynn and God's blessings to you and your family. Brian
K F S
September 22, 2014
Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss.
Myrtle, Joan and Naomi Pringle
Naomi Pringle
September 21, 2014
To Frank, thank you for all that you taught me about writing and listening.
My deep condolences to Lynn and family.
Naomi Pringle
A Friend Forever, Ann Miller Woodford
Ann Miller Woodford
September 20, 2014
Dear friend, Lynn Hamilton and family, I am saddened to hear of the loss of your husband and father. I know he will be sorely missed. My deepest condolences to you, Lynn. I will never forget your kindness and humility.
Doug Barnett
September 14, 2014
A giant and his work has left us and we are the poorer for it.
September 12, 2014
My sincere sympathies for the loss of your beloved one. May God the Hearer of Prayer bring you peace and comfort during this difficult time-Psalm 62:8
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