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JENKS DAVID S. JENKS, Esq. On May 19, 2008, DAVID S. JENKS, , Esq. of Washington, DC and Miami Beach, Florida, son of Kathryn L. Jenks and James E. Jenks, Jr. of Quakertown, PA. Born April 8, 1963, David is survived by his life partner, David G. Helfrich; his mother and father; sister Melissa L. (Michael) Ford; niece Emily and nephews Paul, Grady and Wyatt. David graduated /Suma Cum Laude/ from Bucknell University in Lewisburg, PA and from George Washington University Law School. He was an active member of the District of Columbia Bar Association and served honorably as a Captain in the Judge Advocates General Corps of the United State Army. David was the founder and president of the Avenue Title Group with offices in Washington DC, Virginia, Maryland, Florida, and Pennsylvania. He was extremely active in his practice and a respected member of the DC real estate community as well as a major supporter of many local and national charities. He was a dynamic, loving and caring person and will be greatly missed by all. The funeral will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church, 5th and Chestnut Street, Perkasie, PA 18944 on Saturday, May 24 at 11 a.m., with a memorial service to follow in Washington DC on Tuesday, May 27 at 3 p.m., Luther Place Memorial Church, 1226 Vermont Avenue, NW, Washington DC, 20005. In lieu of flowers, donations in Dave's memory may be made to Service Members Legal Defense Network, www.sldn.org .
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Memories and Condolences
for David Jenks
Irma Garcia
May 18, 2020
It is so hard to believe that it has been 12 years since you went up to heaven Dave, I still miss you, and think about you. You were such a gentleman and always care and had respect for others, never took advantage of others, and always were straightforward. I will never meet or work for any one like you, you were Unico Dave!!!
Rest in Peace.
anne carlucci
June 20, 2008
Well, Dave, whenever we sit on the deck, we will see you cooking at your grill, holding a glass of pinot. We raise our glasses to you, Dave, and your family. You are missed in the neighborhood, as in all other walks of your life, but will remain in our hearts always. Peace. Anne and Mitch
Matthew Lewis
June 9, 2008
I met Dave at a party long before either of us would later both become real estate attorneys. He was one of the most charming, witty, and handsome people I had ever met. I thought "Who is this person?".He was THAT charming! We became friends and later worked together. I never lacked a good laugh or a kind ear when Dave was around. He loved to instant message me about all kinds of things and we kept up this way often. My heart goes out to David Helfrich, Kathy, Jim and Melissa. Dave you are gone but you will never be forgotten.
Matthew R. W. Lewis, Esq.
JoAnn Egypt
June 2, 2008
I had the priviledge of speaking with Dave on a regular basis. He was a kind individual. I will miss him.
A Friend
June 1, 2008
Dave was a tremendous asset to not only the real estate world but to all of those whose lives he touched. I still miss Dave and there is a large void in the world today.
Erik Bottcher
May 30, 2008
Dave was one of my favorite people. Listening to Dave carry on and tell a story, I have never laughed so hard in my life (and that says a lot). His laugh was loud, full and contagious. Miss ya, buddy.
David S. Jenks...in the office
May 30, 2008
Jim and Jeanne Hewitt
May 30, 2008
We met David in 1973 when we lived next door to his family at Ft. Bliss, Texas when he was ten years old and have followed him as he grew from a shy young fellow into a most successful attorney. The memories from then involve his very complex drawings of space ships, his coming over with his small change to play poker, his guiding my brother and his golf buddies around Juarez, and his being a fun kid to be around. Kathy, Jim, Melissa and family our heart aches for you.
Craig Robinson
May 29, 2008
David was one of the first people I met when I moved to DC - he and David were not only neighbors but warm friends who made such an effort to welcome me to the city. His work on behalf of SLDN was heroic and will serve as his legacy. My heart goes out to all of his dear friends and family.
david kaminsky
May 29, 2008
Please accept my condolences on David's death to his partner and family.
I had only a few occasions to have my client's settlements handled by Avenue, but my experiences with David were always with a warm, friendly professional guy who knew what he was doing. Although my practice has limited need for real estate closing work by a title company, Avenue, as a result of David, had become number one on my list when I needed such assistance.
I am sorry to lose a friendly, competent professional and especially to lose him at such an early age. I hope that David went comfortably and that his partner and the rest of his family can find solace in knowing that I, along, I am sure , with others in his field, will remember him as both a nice guy and a consummate professional.
David R. Kaminsky
Attorney at Law
14 Parkside Road
Silver Spring, MD 20910
[email protected]
301-589-7120 (voice)
301-589-7601 (fax)
Melissa Jenks
May 28, 2008
Thank you so very much to everyone. My family and I were overwhelmed at seeing the amount of people who were touched by David and that loved him. I always knew my brother had many friends, but I had no idea it was that many. Thank you for helping us carry the burden of his death.
You have all touched us and we hope that you will take what you loved about David and use that throughout your lives to touch others.
Melissa Jenks
Michael Scigliano
May 28, 2008
David, your passing has come as a complete and utter surprise. I am still in shock and expect to see your face around the beach...but I know that will never happen. Although we have only known each other a short 5 years, I have to tell you that every memory I have of you, you have a big smile on your face. You knew how to laugh and have fun and I knew every time I saw you that a fun time was about to happen. The hurricane party at your condo being one of the most memorable.
My love and condolences go out to little David and to all your family and close friends. I cant imagine what they must be going through right now. Your absence will be greatly noticed.
Rest for now and we will see each other some day soon.
GT
May 28, 2008
My deepest sympathies go out to David’s life partner Dave, his entire family, and many friends and colleagues. I have many wonderful memories of hanging out with Dave "back in the day". He was charismatic, charming, and always full of positive energy. Although we didn't spend as much time together in recent years, we always checked in periodically to see how each of us were doing. I will never forget the time we attended the Clinton inauguration together and he wore that damn fur coat and used a pair of sox for gloves. I got the biggest kick out of that. Dave, you will always have a special place in my heart.
Richard Scarfo
May 27, 2008
I met Dave in 1985 and from that day on, he continued to be a kind and positive soul. A friend we were all lucky to have had in our lives.
Bill Howell
May 27, 2008
David'd good works will be long remembered as they should be, my deepest sympathy to David and all the family.
Kyle & Stephanie Fugate
May 26, 2008
What a wonderful man David was, always full of life. His friends and family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sharon Neuhaus
May 22, 2008
Thank you David for all your help. You shall be missed.
Irma Garcia
May 22, 2008
Oh Dave,
You have left a big void in this world.
I will always smile when I hear " it's me Irma". I will never forget your beautiful smile and the caring way you treated me, after my Mommy died. May you rest in peace.
Irma
Luke Joyce
May 22, 2008
nobody has been kinder to me in the past few years than Dave Jenks.
Noel Shepherd
May 22, 2008
My deepest sympathies to David and the Jenks Family. Dave will be missed terribly.
A Friend
May 22, 2008
I love you Dave. I should have told you that more often. I will miss you so much. I promise I will be there for your family and especially for David. I owe that to you for everything you did for me.
Douglas Moody
May 21, 2008
My heart is heavy having learned of David's untimely passing through a mutual friend. My deepest sympathy to his partner, parents, family members, and many friends. Dave is greatly loved because he brought much light and laughter to our lives. We shall miss his bright smile and kind heart in this world. Be at peace my friend!
Sid Stolz
May 21, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with David and all of Dave's family. Dave was always a good friend with lots of energy. He will be missed greatly!
Rest in peace, Dave.
Jessica Bryant
May 21, 2008
To the Jenks family you have my deepest sympathy.
Kind Regards:
Jessica Bryant
Tutt,Taylor & Rankin
Sotheby's International Realty
Cynthia Spencer
May 21, 2008
David - you will be missed.
Michael Kirvan
May 21, 2008
My sincere condolences to David. My wife Kathy and I were with Dave recently and remarked how he fills a room with absolute and positive energy. He is missed yet knowing him has made us all better people.
Michael Eustace
May 21, 2008
David, you will be sadly missed. David was such a kind person. I will never forget how you and David welcomed my wife and I to DC.
Charlotte Worrell
May 21, 2008
I can't imagine how sad David and the rest of the Jenks family are. A suddent passing is so absolutely devasting.
I know that Dave's energy lives on in all of us. He was very much loved; and loved in return. I'll miss him a lot.
Saritta Veronesi
May 21, 2008
Oh David -
The world is a little less bright today knowing you are no longer with us. I will always smile when I think of my funny, lovely Dave as I am sure we all will. I miss you. My deepest sympathy to Dave, Kathy, Jim and Melissa.
Saritta
Paul Sliwka
May 21, 2008
David's untimely passing has affected so many people in such a profound way. My heart goes out to his partner, family and colleagues. The world seems now changed, and for the worse. David was our barometer of many things; his passage leaves us wanting.
Lou Cardenas
May 20, 2008
I will always remember and appreciate Dave for being one of the first people to be friendly and welcoming to me when I moved back to DC. My sincerest condolences to David and all his loved ones. May you rest in peace, Dave.
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