Shirley Jean Jenkins Obituary
In loving memory of Shirley Jean Jenkins of Sweetwater, Tennessee, who departed this world on January 18, 2025 at the age of 74. Shirley Jean leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Shirley Jean Jenkins to pay them a last tribute.
In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Shirley Jean leaves behind and her impact on the lives of her loved ones. Though Shirley Jean may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the memories held dear by her family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Arch Dunn and Louise Swafford; her husbands, King David Jenkins and Raymond Graves (Big Raymond); and her son Raymond Ray Graves (Rooster).
She is survived by: her daughters, Cecil (Shawn Dunn), Vickie (Danny Boggess), Penny (Kitt Mitchell), Shaunda Jenkins and Rachel Graves (Josh); and her close friend Brenda Lawson. She is also survived by 14 grandkids.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 22nd 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Kyker Funeral Homes Our Sweetwater Chapel (113 W North St, Sweetwater, TN 37874). A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, January 22nd 2025 at 7:00 PM at the same location. A burial will be held on Thursday, January 23rd 2025 at 1:00 PM at the BIG Creek Cemetery (109 Big Creek Cemetery Rd, Madisonville, TN 37354).
