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JENKINS VAUGHN ANTWAIN JENKINS (Age 22) Suddenly on September 29, 2009, Vaughn Antwain Jenkins, passed away as a result of a car accident. Viewing Wednesday, October 7, 10 a.m. until time of service 11 a.m. at Bible Way Church, 1100 New Jersey Ave., NW, DC. Elder Franklin Jenkins officiating. Interment Harmony Memorial Park.

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Published by The Washington Post on Oct. 6, 2009.

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Ashley

September 30, 2023

Missing you always

Mom

September 30, 2023

Ashley

June 26, 2022

Happy Birthday babe. Miss you so much man! So many memories since we were 12/14 years old. Just young and in love always. You´d be so proud of me man! Your shawty killing it out here as always . Just wish you were physically here to see it but even as I write this message, I feel you next to me. Love you!

I miss you so much.. yesterday was not a good day for me.

Val Falade

September 30, 2019

You are always with me...

Val

July 23, 2019

My son, I miss you so...the news of losing your grandfather on your birthday broke my heart in many pieces. I know now this was Gods plan and I know you two are rejoicing in the heavens. Now I have two guardian angels watching over me. Rest my son rest!

Ofelia Heng

July 29, 2018

Hi big bro. Today I mean everyday, something crosses my mind and the thought of you comes to me. I can't even imagine what today would be like if you were still here. Like I miss you so much. From meeting you since I was 8-9 years old, to you guiding me thru my pre teen life and being my superhero and protector. I wish Karsen could've met his uncle, but I know you're living thru me, and because of you I'm never scared or worried about any obstacles I've ever faced. You taught me so much and strength was first. I love you Tef for life. You were my big brother and like a father to me. And I will make sure you name lives on. Just continue to watch over me, please guide me. Keep resting blood.

Lonnie

April 9, 2018

Big Cuzz, I Was Thinking Bout You Champ❤ FLY HIGH SOLDIER

Vincent Jenkins

October 18, 2016

Just thinking of Nephew WE ALL MISS YOU SO MUCH

Val F

January 17, 2015

Tonight is one of those nights. I remember you walking in the house talking to me playing around like you would always do and I just start to cry from missing you. I realize now there is no love like a Mother's love and no one could ever love you the way I do...I miss you so much. MOM

D D

July 16, 2014

It saddens me to know you're gone. All I thought about was us playing as kids in Kirkwood waiting for the school bus...or playing tag during recess. I didn't have the opportunity to know you as an adult but I'm sure you were the same fun and loving person. You will be missed Vaughn. My prayers go out to your family friends and loved ones.

Tyisha

September 11, 2013

I thought the pain would go away , but it just found its way back like always .. 3am still haven't been to sleep . I thought I'd never feel this hurt all over again its like my heart is just breaking all over again . I just have to try an remember the good times just try to be happy again .... I love you

Tyisha

June 24, 2013

I went awhile without crying when I think about you, I smile more when I think of you and I find myself laughing too.. It's just the little things that remind me of you I guess it's your way of letting me know I haven't forgot about you. My pastor said just last Sunday when someone you love so much pass on its okay to miss them but never question God why, I use to do that but I always smile an tell him thank you for bringing you into my life.. It's like your still here I can never get you off my mind.. I messed up after you passed , but with everything I was going threw I could still here your voice telling me I'd be alright .. I love you for that I really do .. I love

Val

June 19, 2013

Sometimes I forget how much my heart is broken from missing you; until I pass your pictures or remember that contagious smile. There are no words to express a mothers love for her son. I miss you so!

Love Mom

Genesis H

April 10, 2013

Today is one of them days I dreamed about u lastnight only to wake up knowing that ur not here I can't call u or go see u I miss u more than I can ever write. It's just so crazy. I try not to think about u but it never work it's always something that reminds me of u mostly because u were a big part of my life and will always be. I'm doing ok for myself (could be better) im in school and have my own makeup business. I love u

Vincent Jenkins

December 13, 2012

Vaughn we really miss you!!! I think about you all the time Lil Vince and Devon always talk about you and guess what Vaughn they rap just like you did, I know you are still here with us Vaughn because we fell your presence everyday I love you nephew ... Your uncle Vincent

Val

December 9, 2012

Christmas is always especially hard for me because I know how much you loved this holiday. Always looking through the house for your presents and trying to persuade me to buy you more stuff. When I look back on it now it makes me laugh. Oh, how I miss you!!
Love Mom!

Ashley Haley

September 10, 2012

Not a day goes by that I don't think about u! I love and miss u so much! U will forever be in my heart!!!!

Love Tyisha

August 9, 2012

Crying and looking at your picture is hurting me even more, all I can do is shake my head because god only knows how much I miss you .. The memories I have of you will forever remain in my heart ... I love an miss you.

Val

December 24, 2010

Even though it gets a little easy everyday, I miss you so much, it's so hard to accept that you're not here! But the love I have for you is still so deep within my heart! Love MOM

Tyisha

April 5, 2010

I smiled on my birthday and I also cried.. My only thoughts was about our conversation we had about you telling me happy birthday.. you asked when was it again I said MARCH 22, & I asked what was you gettin me lol an you said dont worry about it shawtiee lol I just laughed cause you smiled.. I just don't know what it is at times, I can't stop thinking about you and when I do I cry but I try too think about when you asked me what was I crying for I can't smile because I can't see your face when you ask me that.. Im try too be happy an smile for now on ..I love you

Val

April 4, 2010

Vaughn I remember this time last year we were shopping for you, buying you spring clothes...WOW How does time fly, I miss you so much I could never imagine life without you and I still can't... Love MOM!

Vincent

March 21, 2010

Vaughn we had another family event in your honor u would have been proud we had ur mom doing the stinky leg .everyone misses u Vaughn keep smiliing on us baby boy . PEACE

Val

March 19, 2010

I miss you so much sometimes I can't breath and I can't sleep. I saw someone the other day that look so much like you I couldn't help but stare then I realized that I won't see that beautiful face of yours and that smile any more and I just broke down and cried... Everyday I struggle with your loss and I pray that GOD will give me comfort. I love you Vaughn, love MOM!

Tyisha

February 14, 2010

Happy Valentine's Day.. I know you'd smile If I was too tell you that & you'd say it back.. I been doing a lot of things to keep you off my mind. I should have known that wouldn't have worked. I was listen too my Ipod & I smiled cause the song you always listened to came on & I kept it on repeat the whole night.. The more I think about you & your smile it brings tears to my eyes, but I stop an smile myself.. I love you so much

Tyisha

January 3, 2010

Doing a little bit better now.. I remember when I had my cup from chipotle and you asked where your food was at and I told you ate it lol and you said I only think about my self lol, An I asked if you wanted some of my juice you said nahh I don't want no lemon aid lol.. It's funny cause I still got that cup.. An my bracelet, you always wore it. I still smile from when you first asked too wear it. I miss you so much

Val

January 1, 2010

I remember our last New Year's and all the fun we had! I miss you Vaughn! Love MOM

Val

December 25, 2009

I know your watching from that special place, and today would have made you proud. We all were together celebrating Christmas in your honor! I love you and I miss you, and life will never be the same without you! So watch over me from above. Love MOM

Tyisha

December 10, 2009

I cried my eyes out the other night.. I still cry.. I remember when I showed you the video of my god sister an you asked what did I do too her an why was she being so loud lol.. I try too just remember the good times but the more I do it hurt, Thats when I start too cry. I miss you so much Tef. An the more I think about the last day I was with you , you didn't speak. I keep thinking about that night and thats what really brings me too tears more.. I just miss your presence an your hugs an everything else. Even when you was mad at me,I laughed cause you knew you couldn't stay mad at me an then you told me too cutttt it outt lol cause I kept laughing...

I love you sooo much Tef An miss you a lot.

Devonne Simon

December 1, 2009

Vernessa,Vance,and Mrs. Valerie

May god provide the strength you will need to weather the storm, you are in my prayers.

Val Falade

November 26, 2009

Vaughn
I'm still expecting you to come through that door any minute. It's not the same without you here there's an emptiness that I just can't explain. The pain I feel is still there and it won't go away, you know if I could have one wish it would be for you to be here with me this Thanksgiving. I miss you so much. (Gone to soon) Love MOM

Marisa Jenkins

November 13, 2009

Vaughn I still can't believe your not here. I got some mail for you the other day and it really broke me down I couldn't stop crying so I just prayed and asked god to take away the pain, Your little cousin that you didn't have a chance to meet looked at your picture on my wall and smiled the biggest smile i have ever seen and that made me feel a little better. I miss you so much.

Tyisha

November 13, 2009

Hearing you saying you wasn't coming back no more brought tears too my eyes, an you just looked at me an kept talking, after all that when it was time for us too leave I gave you a hug but you didn't hug me back lol cause I was leaving an I told you I'd promise I'd come back.. That Sunday I looked for you, It kinda felt like my heart stopped beating when I didn't see you, I prayed an prayed, Still didn't see you. the day turned too night, an I prayed again an their you was just walking up. You looked at me an asked what I was crying for, the only I could do was shake my head cause It didn't matter no more cause you was there. I smiled the wholeee night, You said you can't always run from your problems. I can't sleep at night. I just shut down at times, But I'm getting better, Its like when I see that beautiful smile of yours I smile..

I love you.

uncle vincent

November 12, 2009

Vaughn man I thought about you today and remembered when I ask you when you was little where you was from and you said london man I miss you Vaughn.

oludejo falade

November 11, 2009

Dear Val
The lost of your son was a shock to me. Nobody has an answer why It happened. Remember it was GOD that give and take. He cannot be replaced. GOD will continue to protect the you and the rest of your children.

Val

October 30, 2009

Vaughn
I miss you so much...I'm not sure what I'm going to do without you. Every day I look for you and I pray that this pain I feel will disappear. I keep thinking that I'm dreaming and soon I will awake from this horrible dream and my tears will be no more. I pray that you know how much I love you and I will keep you alive with me in my heart forever...

Love MOM

October 17, 2009

Writing again Tef,
The four of US..It was a everyday thing,every weekend thing.. Laughter&smiles,but see I cant say too much of nothing now because I'm so speechless. Like I don't wanna believe it,the other day I woke up thinking I was going get too see you again,But then it hit me.. The last night/morning I was with you.. was the last day for me seeing you..&the thoughts keep running in my head that I was just with you. The only thing for me do is Thank God everyday for bringing you into my life.I have a place for you in my heart..

I Love You.

Caprice Colding

October 15, 2009

Valerie -- words cannot express the sorrow felt by the loss you've suffered. I have walked the road you now travel and know it is not an easy path. But God...God is mightier than any pain, sorrow, or loss we shall endure and will see you to your victory. I pray that the memories of your dear Vaughn will be treasured by all who have had the opportunity to know him; and that the legacy he leaves will be honored by family and friends - expressed with Love. I am praying for you & your family and send my love.

May Christ continue to Bless You and Yours,

Caprice

Vincent Jenkins

October 15, 2009

Vaughn I will miss you so much I will keep your memories alive for as long as I live.I love you nephew. REST IN PEACE

Carolina Cruisers

October 8, 2009

You and your family will definitely be in our prayers. May God's peace be with you all.

sonia

October 8, 2009

so sorry to hear b him ur family will be in my prays

Zoe

October 8, 2009

Sorry to hear about this passing of your love one! As long as God keeps a breath in my body I will always be there for you! I will keep everyone in prayer!

Treina Garris

October 8, 2009

Vaughn,

I thank God for putting you in our family, you showed us the real meaning of LOVE. I remember when I spoke to you last, you would tease me about "skating all the time" and I told you that's what I do just like you like to play chess! Who would have known that would be our last conversation. It seems un-real that you're gone but one thing I know for sure, YOUR MEMORY will forever live on in my heart. They say "The Good Die Young" but you left us wayyyyyy too soon! I love you but GOd loved you best.


I Love You Always
Cousin Treina

"Till we Meet Again"

Lateena Jenkins

October 8, 2009

Tef, I dont know what im gonna do without you here with me. My heart is broken cause of the fact that i wont be able to share the rest of my life with you...but everything happens for a reason and God was ready for you to come home and your in a better place now so i cant question that. I cant wait to see you when i get there! I love you and I always will...

October 8, 2009

Don't know where to start.. I miss your smile & your hugs.. just was with you last monday& tuesday.. just the four of us lunchin in Mc Donald's lol.. You made me smile & laugh all the time. When I'd pinch you you tell me my pinches remind you of your Grandmother pinches & you would talk about her & I just smiled an listen & enjoy your conversation .. Your voice..I can still hear .. But Just too let you know Once again I do miss You..

I'll Always Remember You Trust Me

Tracey

October 7, 2009

Val:

So sorry to hear about your son. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Ray Ray

October 7, 2009

Dear Vaughn,

I miss you so much! You were taken away from us too soon. It just seems so unreal. I try to remember all the good times that we shared. Lately, you had been on my mind. I recently asked Aunti how you were doing. I really missed you! It hurts so bad to no that I will never be able to talk to you again or see your beautiful smile. God knows, I wish you were still here! You had a great spirit and were so protective over your family. I know your still watching over us. I don't understand why God sometimes takes away the people you love. First, my Dad, then you! I may have lost you on earth, but I know I gained another angel. God truly works in mysterious ways. I know your in a much better place now and don’t have to suffer. I have faith in God that he will get our family though this tragedy! You will forever live in my heart. You're gone, but never forgotten! I LOVE YOU COUSIN!

For I will [fully] satisfy the weary soul, and I will replenish every languishing and sorrowful person. Jeremiah 31: 25

Sherrell Jenkins

October 7, 2009

Dear Family,

Thank you God for giving us Vaughny. It seem like only yesterday when you, Ray Ray and little Kenny were beautiful babies together. I'll miss you so much. Somehow God will take us through. You were a husband, a son, a brother, a grandson, a nephew, a cousin and you will always be our precious love one that will never be forgotten. God’s word says that “For everything there is a season. A time to be born and a time to die, A time to weep and a time to mourn”. In this season, may God give each and everyone of you peace and may he comfort your hearts. Family this is a hard time for us but we can face tomorrow knowing that the dead in Christ shall rise again.

The Lord bless thee, and keep thee. The Lord make his face to shine upon thee and be gracious unto thee. The Lord lift up His countenance upon thee and give thee peace. Numbers 6: 22-26

Vaughn rest in peace!!!
Aunti Sherrell

Vance Jenkins

October 6, 2009

I am my brother's keeper...

Master Rollers

October 6, 2009

Prechuz,
Losing someone who has been a part of your life can be very difficult. Know that we care and are thinking and praying for you and your family at this rough period in your life.

October 6, 2009

Vaughn was my big cousin.I loved him so much.I couldn't believe it was him out of all people.My cousin will always have a special place in my heart.I will never forget my cousin beautiful smile.My cousin loved to eat and he loved the girls.I know my cousin is watching over me.You don't have to worry about anything now because you're in a better place now and god is going to take good care of you.I love you so much.And i will never forget you..May you watch over me from the beautiful skies above.
Love your little cousin,
Kenya.

Na

October 6, 2009

To my Brother... I love you so much. You were like my better half. We were so much alike but different at the same time. I never told you how much you meant to me but I believe deep down that you knew.

Eugene & Cindy Rickenbacker

October 6, 2009

Vaughn, A young soul gone too soon.You will be truly missed by everyone at Gullivers.Your passing is a great loss to us all.I know that their may not be any words I can say to the family to ease the pain right now except" PUT IT ALL IN GOD'S HANDS AND HE WILL PULL YOU THROUGH IT".Our deepest sympathy goes out to you all.

October 6, 2009

Val,

My heart aches for you during this transition.

My hope and prayers for you and the family is that with time comfort will cover you.
This experience is undoubtedly one no one can expect or prepare for...but with prayer, and your abiding faith, you can manage this and rest assured that his fond memories with you and the hope of your reunion will hold you in peace.

Always,
Richard A. Brown, co-worker

Jenkins-Harris Family

October 6, 2009

Life is but a stopping place,
A pause in what's to be,
A resting place along the road,
to sweet eternity.
We all have different journeys,
Different paths along the way,
We all were meant to learn some things,
but never meant to stay...
Our destination is a place,
Far greater than we know.
For some the journey's quicker,
For some the journey's slow.
And when the journey finally ends,
We'll claim a great reward,
And find an everlasting peace,
Together with the lord

From Your Little Cousins We Love You

Marisa Jenkins

October 6, 2009

Vaughn I miss you deeply, my heart hurts so bad. I know I will see you again but it still doesn't seems fair.I'm praying every day and night that god will somehow ease the pain in my heart. You will never be forgotten and will live in my memory forever. See you later Nephew.

To My Sister Val: (1 Peter 5:7) Casting All Your Cares Upon Him, For He Careth For You.

With God You Can Rise Above Every Circumstance In Your Life. For Being Apart Of Gods Family You Always Win No Matter What.

Jenna Beavers

October 6, 2009

I' am truly sad that I never got to meet your son Vaughn, he has touched my life in a very special way and I feel privileged to have had the little time with him that I did. I am, however, truly blessed I was able to meet you and your sister, two extraordinary women. I can only imagine what a great person Vaughn was. If there’s anything I can do please let me know. You and your family are in my prayers.

October 6, 2009

With sympathy, Jenkins Family- A prayer of hope and peace for the family, know that God has every thing in and under control. May the love of God carry you through the tough difficult days ahead. My prayers are with you all. Grace and Peace unto you, Teresa and Lalita Scott

Quincy brown

October 6, 2009

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

Ada Bowie

October 6, 2009

Vaughn, We all miss you so much. We will always love you, and feel grateful for the time God gave us with you. Love, Ada

Val J Falade

October 6, 2009

Vaughn I will miss you so much! The pain I feel no words can describe, but one day I will join you in those clouds until than look out for me from above. Love MOM!

October 6, 2009

To the Jenkins Family - Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. Our deepest condolences are with the family during this difficult time.

In our continued prayers, Lamont and Cindy Smith of Holy Temple Church of Christ, WDC

A caring neighbor

October 6, 2009

When tragedy strikes and takes the life of our loved ones, we cry out with great sorrow. Be assured that your tears are not unnoticed by the Creator of life. Although your deep pain will not easily disappear, praying to God will bring comfort to you as you grieve. The Bible tells us that God is "healing the broken-hearted ones, and is binding up their painful spot". May the "Father of tender mercies" and the "God of all comfort" strengthen your faith and give you courage to face the days ahead. I am very sorry for your loss.

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