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Gary Jenkins Obituary
Gary H. Jenkins, age 80, beloved husband of Mary Jane Jenkins, nee Scarratt passed away on March 18, 2019. His memory is cherished by daughter, Elizabeth Ann Davis (Scott) & grandchildren: Matthew (fiance Courtney), Abby (Ben) Krantz, Michael & Rachel. Gary is also survived by three children from a previous marriage.
Gary will always be remembered for his positive outlook & fabulous smile. He cherished family, church, Brookfield Zoo, fine music & Disney Cruises. He and Mary have resided in Park Place retirement facility (Elmhurst) after many years of residency in LaGrange.
Celebration of Gary's life will take place Sat., April 6, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. in the First Congregational Church of Western Springs, 1106 Chestnut, Western Springs, IL, 60558. Interment will be private.
Memorials to Gary may be sent to the First Congregational Church of Western Springs or the Chicago Zoological Society, Development Department, 3100 Golf Rd., Brookfield, IL. 60513.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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April 5, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss may the words of God comfort you and your family in this most difficult time of sorrow. May you fined comfort at John 6:44 knowing this that God give you hope to see again your love one in the future. My heartfelt condolence to you and your family. LC
Z L
April 5, 2019
My sincere condolences to your family for the loss of your love one. May you have faith in God's loving promise found at John 6:40 and may it help you to cope in the days ahead.
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