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Effie Dunwiddie Jenks

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Effie Jenks Obituary

Effie Dunwiddie Jenks February 26, 1951 June 15, 2014 Effie Dunwiddie Jenks, 63, of State College, died June 15, 2014, at her residence. Born February 26, 1951, she was the daughter of the late Barton L. Jenks Jr. and Jane Reppert Jenks Small, who survives. She is also survived by a brother, Barton H. Jenks and his wife, Janet Lewis, of Glenview, Ill. Effie was a 1973 graduate of Wilmington College where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Sociology. She was employed by the Arc of Centre County for 36 years retiring as director in 2014. She was a member of State College Friends Meeting (Quaker). A memorial service will be held at a later date. Private burial will be at Friends Cemetery in Stormstown. Memorial contributions may be made to the Arc of Centre County, 1840 N. Atherton St., State College, PA 16803. Arrangements are under the care of Koch Funeral Home, State College. Online condolences and signing of the guest book may be entered at www.kochfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Times-Picayune on Jun. 18, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Effie Jenks

21 Entries

Barbara Garnett

June 15, 2024

Ef, my dear sweet friend.
Just like Crystal, I can't believe it's been 10 years. I still think about calling you every time I hear about one of our Wilmington classmates. How I would love to hear your voice and y laugh. I know you're in Heaven and are doing just fine. I pray that one day we will be together in Heaven. Rest in peace
Barb "Ruby " Garnett

Crystal Hazel

June 11, 2024

I can’t believe it’s been 10 years! I sure have missed are times together! Porsche and Bentley are doing well! They are 12 years old now! They have been such a joy over the years and of course a reminder of my connection with you! Love a miss you Crystal

Barb "Ruby" Garnett

June 27, 2021

Dear Effie, it's been 7 years. 7 years of missing your friendship. I can still hear your voice, your laughter. Countless times I have thought about our Wilmington College days. You were a sister to me. Love you dearly.

Crystal Hazel

June 11, 2020

I can't believe you have been gone 6 years now. I think of you often! Porsche and Bentley are doing well. I miss your infectious laugh. I long for our great talks. You always gave me such good,sound advice! I feel blessed that I was your friend.

Lenna Neff

June 25, 2014

I worked with Effie a long time ago, in the 1980s, and she always made me smile. Effie had the ability to make others feel better and laugh at themselves. I am glad I had the opportunity to know her.

Barbara (Ruby) Garnett

June 22, 2014

Effie and I met at Wilmington College in 1969. She was a friend who became a member of our family. I wish everyone to have an "Effie" in their life.
Her heart and love were more than generous.
My dear sweet Effie, we will always love you. May God bless you. You
were a blessing to me.

Pamela Borosque Timlin

June 21, 2014

Dear Jane,
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Stephanie Hunt

June 20, 2014

Sorry to hear of the passing of Miss Jenks. She was a very kind and compassionate person I had the pleasure of working for at the Arc of Centre County. I know her spirit will be missed. She was truly an amazing person

Page Wilson

June 20, 2014

Jane, my sincere sympathy on the loss of your beloved daughter.

June 20, 2014

So sorry to hear of Effie's passing. She was a tremendous help to me at a low point in my life. My condolences to her family and friends. Bill Ritzman, State College

Frank @ Jackie Prisk

June 19, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Sue Bloom-Shivery

June 19, 2014

Effie was a dear kind and generous woman. I have known her for almost thirty years. She was a true lover of people, cats, and any person in need of anything. Her spirit was gentle and true. She will be missed by so many, including my husband Allen and I. Rock on Little E.

Suzanne Keller

June 19, 2014

Dear Jane,

I'm terribly sorry to learn of Effie's passing. Thinking of you and wishing you comfort during this time of loss.

Elva Kerstetter

June 19, 2014

Effie was my dear friend and always ready to listen to any concerns I had about my husband Ron. She was with me through the long hospital stay and always there with a kind word. I will miss her. She is now with the angels.

Lew Rodrick

June 18, 2014

Jane,

So sorry for your loss

Crystal Hazel

June 18, 2014

Effie was my friend for 10 years. She was one of the most thoughtful and generous people I know. I loved her and will miss her always.

Peggy Oelbermann-Laffan

June 18, 2014

Dear Effie:
May you have peace, joy and angel wings in Heaven. You were my dear friend and classmate. Thank you for all of the support you gave me during my life in State College. You saw me through many of my worst days and my best when raising my children and taking care of my husband Bob, who passed away in 2011. You were so kind, a great listener , advisor and best friend. I will miss you so much.

My sympathy goes out to your family and all your friends at the Arc. You deserve such happiness in heaven. God Bless you Effie.

Peggy Oelbermann- Laffan

Jodi Gheen

June 18, 2014

Effie was a great lady! She became an extended part of our family the last 5 years or so due to dialysis. Effie please know we will miss you a lot, and I know you are in heaven laughing and celebrating with my dad. Love ya special lady!

June 18, 2014

Effie had a great passion for her job at ARC. I had the privilege of knowing her for the past 30 years - she was a great lady and will be missed by many people in this area. Rest in Peace, Effie.

Sarah Q. Malone

June 18, 2014

Dear Jane - So very sorry to hear of your daughter Effie's passing. May her memory be a blessing to you and to all who knew her. Love and sympathy, Sarah

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