Erik Jenkinson

"We shall not cease from exploration, and the end of all our exploring will be to arrive where we started and know the place for the first time". T.S. Eliot. Erik David Jenkinson, died in a tragic swimming accident in the Florida Keys. Erik was born in Cambridge, MA and grew up in Concord, MA. He was a lifelong area resident, and Erik flourished in the Concord school system, first at Alcott, then The Fenn School, Peabody and Concord Carlisle High School. Erik was an active leader and captain on the sports field, excelling at Lacrosse and Football while at CCHS. Erik volunteered for Concord Youth Sports, giving time for both the basketball and lacrosse programs. Erik spent his teen and college summers working in Concord, for Arena Farms and as a camp counselor with Summer Fenn. Erik was a graduate of The University of Colorado at Boulder, and upon graduation worked in the fields of commercial and residential construction. Erik loved nature and the outdoors, pursuing his passion for adventure through hiking, fishing, biking, and running; making many cross country trips throughout the years. He was a gentle soul who made everyone around him feel special, and brought light into the lives of so many friends and family who miss him dearly. His family held private visiting hours on Friday September 21st and Saturday Sept. 22nd. Hundreds of friends and family offered kind words and loving memories of the bright and happy boy and young man they knew, who had in some way touched their lives. The family was overwhelmed with the positive support of the Concord community that they have been a part of for Eriks entire life. Erik was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder ten months ago, and bravely fought this disease with his warrior spirit. He was still taken from his family far too soon. Erik was the beloved son of Jeannie and David Jenkinson of Concord, MA, brother of John Jenkinson of Astoria, NY., sister Rebecca Jenkinson of San Francisco, CA., grandson of John and Barbara Jenkinson of Lexington, MA, grandson of deceased grandparents Francis John and M. Jean McCarron of Lexington, MA, and nephew and cousin to many aunts, uncles and cousins on both sides. A memorial will be held next summer, with close friends and family in a location special to Erik.