John M. "Johnny" Jenkins

John M. "Johnny" Jenkins obituary, Russellville, KY

John M. "Johnny" Jenkins

John Jenkins Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Summers & Son Funeral Home - Russellville on Oct. 14, 2024.

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John M. "Johnny" Jenkins, age 62 of Russellville, Kentucky passed away Monday, October 14, 2024 at his home. He was born in Russellville, Kentucky on May 20, 1962 to the late Roy Jenkins and Effie Creek Jenkins. He was a mechanic and raised tobacco. He was of the Baptist faith and was an avid Nascar fan. He is survived by:
6 Brothers ~ Ray Jenkins ~ Alabama
Rudy Jenkins and wife, Lora ~ Russellville, KY
James Jenkins ~ Russellville, KY
Robert Rippy and wife, Donna ~ Russellville, KY
Glenn Jenkins and wife, Elma ~ Russellville, KY
Calvin Jenkins and wife, Michelle ~ Russellville, KY
3 Sisters ~ Sharon DeBerry ~ Russellville, KY
Barbara Britt ~ Russellville, KY
Dorothy Vaughn and husband, Bryan ~ Tennessee
Caregiver and Nephew ~ Jonathan Cowan and wife, Amie
Several Nieces and Nephews also survive
Funeral Services for John M. "Johnny" Jenkins will be conducted at 1:00 pm on Thursday, October 17, 2024 at Summers and Son Funeral Home with Bro. Donnie Blick officiating with burial to follow in Berea Cemetery. Visitation at the funeral home Thursday will be from 10:00 am until the service hour of 1:00 pm.
Memorial donations may be made to Summers and Son Funeral Home, PO Box 56, Russellville, KY 42276.
Pallbearers: Jonathan Cowan, Ryan DeBerry, James Jenkins, Jr., Lydia Jenkins, Andrea DeBerry, Barbara Britt and Dusty Thomas
Summers & Son Funeral Home - Russellville

210 North Thurston Drive PO Box 56, Russellville, KY 42276

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