William Jenkins

William Jenkins obituary

William Jenkins

William Jenkins Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Joseph Russo Funeral Home on Dec. 2, 2025.

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William Jenkins of Boston, MA passed away on December 1, 2025. William was preceded in

death by his beloved wife, Gloria June. William is survived by a son, Reese Mervel, a daughter,

Portia Falon, and a grandson, Chad Felix Martin Jenkins. William is also survived by three

sisters, Mary Anderson, Ruth Williams, Naomi James, a brother, Henry Jenkins, Sr., as well as a

host of nieces, nephews, dear relatives, and good friends.

Family and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Friday December 12, 2025 from 9-11 AM in the Joseph Russo Funeral Home, 814 American Legion Highway, Roslindale, MA.

The burial will take place at Knollwood Memorial Park, 321 High Street, Canton, MA.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you please donate to the Alzheimer's Association to honor the memory of William Jenkins.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Joseph Russo Funeral Home

814 American Legion Hwy, Roslindale, MA 02131

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