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Rodney Jenkins
1944 - 2024
Rodney Jenkins
1944 - 2024
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BORN
1944
DIED
2024
Rodney Jenkins Obituary
Rodney Jenkins was one of the most celebrated equestrians of his time, a Hall of Fame show horse jumper who later had a successful career as a racehorse trainer.
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Read the full obituary in Legacy's headline news section.
(Photo: Doug Griffin/Toronto Star via Getty Images)
8 Entries
Linda Abrams
June 25, 2025
I was a riding instructor for 65 years. Rodney was my favorite horseman
forever. He was one of a kind. Linda Abrams
M Hulbert
January 21, 2025
His great horsemanship and his red hair
Jan Culton
January 10, 2025
Condolences to your family on their loss. Rodney, you were truly one of a kind and I enjoyed watching you immensely. Thank you for showing all of us how to best ride over fences.
Mr. Jr.
December 30, 2024
My condolences.
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James Wright
December 29, 2024
My prayers to Rodney's family from James S. "Mike" Wright. I wrote about Rodney in my book, "Life on the Backside of the Sport of Kings". I'll never forget being invited to his home for lunch and how he trusted me to watch his two young sons when he brought them to the track.
RB
December 15, 2024
A talented and well known horse jumper that had an incredible career as a coach as well. One of the best in the equestrian field.
Anita Ramos
December 13, 2024
He was unique-one of a kind. He and Dice were beautiful together.
DE
December 13, 2024
My deepest sympathy is with the Jenkins family, 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.
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