Phillip Jenkins Obituary

Phillip Morris Jenkins, 87, passed away peacefully at his home in Topeka, Kansas, on January 22, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer.

He was born on August 15, 1938, in Linneus, Missouri, to Jack and Hazel Jenkins. Phillip graduated from the University of Missouri with a degree in mechanical engineering. He spent much of his professional career at Western Resources while simultaneously farming his family land in Sumner, Missouri. After retiring at the age of 59, Phillip devoted himself fully to farming.

Phillip is survived by his wife, Louise Jenkins; his daughter, Susan Jenkins; his granddaughter, Julianne VanRheenen and her husband, David; his grandsons, Matthew Rader and Jake Carson; and his great-granddaughter, Sloane VanRheenen.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Teresa Jenkins Carson; his brother, Paul Jenkins; his sister, Sharon Whitmore; his parents, Jack and Hazel Jenkins; and his dog, Roxy.

Phillip's wish was to remain at home in his final days; his incredible caregiver, Whitney Dagenhardt, made that possible.

Phillip will be fondly remembered for his generosity, as well as his love of farming, road trips, and classic country music; his spirit lives on in his beloved '58 Impala.

A visitation will be held at Wright Funeral Home in Brookfield, Missouri, on January 31, 2026, from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM followed by a burial in Elmwood Cemetery in Linneus, Missouri. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Steps of Faith in Phillip's honor.