James Rodney Jenkins Obituary

We bid farewell to James Rodney Jenkins of Princeville, Illinois, born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on November 11, 2024 at the age of 71. James Rodney touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Rodney Jenkins to pay them a last tribute.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, James Lee and Betty J. Jenkins (Sheeley); his children, Chad Jenkins (Kelly) of Princeville, Jennifer Getz (Milt) of Roanoke and Matthew Jenkins (Pody Goines) of Chillicothe; his grandchildren, Charissa, Jake, Tristin, Morgen, Braden, Luke, Brooklyn and Alex; his great grandchildren, Landen and Cullen; his brother Dale Jenkins (Carrie) of Arkansas; his brother-in-law Bob Rickey (Jamey) of Metamora; and his sister Diane Rickey.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Akron-Princeville Ambulance Service or the Akron-Princeville Fire Protection District.