Jeffrey Allen Jenkins, 51, passed away with family by his side at Hartford Hospital on Aug 20, 2019. He was a man of strong faith believing in the power and strength of Jesus Christ's love and the beauty and peace that was awaiting him.
Jeff was raised in East Hartford, CT and attended East Hartford High School where he met many of his lifelong friends. He later served his country proudly in the United States Army as a PV2 with the 102d QM Co, 101st Airborne Division (AASLT) . Jeff loved to play football and was a proud Minnesota Vikings fan. He was also a lover of music, motorcycles, and most importantly his family. Jeff will always be remembered for his spirited personality. He was lively, generous, and fun loving with a special way of touching people wherever he went.
Jeff had a real passion for serving his community which led him to his work with the Salvation Army Manchester Citadel. Jeff's goal was to inspire people through his testimony that there are always second chances when you accept Jesus Christ. He recently grew the desire to preach his love and devotion to God, and enrolled himself in the College of Officer Training to become ordained as a minister. Jeff was grateful for his time at Camp Connri and all the relationships built with the Salvation Army family. Jeff often expressed if he was able to make a difference in just one person's life that is all that mattered. He shared this verse to encourage others that we can move forward in an uncertain world if we hold a piece of God in our hearts: Joshua 1:9 (NIV) Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid: do not be discouraged, for the Lord our God will be with you wherever you go.
Jeffrey now has joined his father Evan “Al” Jenkins in heaven. He is survived by his mother Beverly Oliver Jenkins and partner Dave Barton. He was the youngest of eight siblings: John Jenkins, Sandra Cray and her husband Jim, Sheila Hamilton and her husband Brian, Ronald Jenkins, David Jenkins, Robin Putnam and Pamela Graves and her husband Christopher. He sadly leaves behind his four precious daughters, Caitlin, Brittney, Dakotah, and Madison Jenkins, whom he cherished more than anything. Along with three beautiful grandchildren Julianna, Alijah, and Greyson. He will also be missed by many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
There will be no calling hours, it was Jeff's wish to have a celebration of his life which will be held at the Salvation Army Manchester Citadel located at 661 Main St on Monday August 26 at 12p. Burial service will be held at Hillstown Veterans Cemetery in 180 Hillstown Rd, Manchester, CT at 1:30pm.
In lieu of flowers any donation can be made in his honor to The Salvation Army Rock Program, 661 Main St., Manchester, CT 06040.
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