Mr. Larry Jenkins

God blessed us with the life and love of Larry Jenkins who was born on June 27th, 1926 in McComb, Misissippi to the union of the late Fred and Ruby Jenkins . He accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early age at Sweet Home Baptist Church. Larry received his formal education in McComb, earning his diploma from Burgland High School. Upon graduation and in search of employment, Larry went to Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He enlisted in the United States Army and was stationed in Germany. After a distinguished service to his country he was honorably discharged from the army. He later returned to McComb where he married Wilhelmenia Bullock, his wife of 63 years. Following the birth of their first child, the family relocated to Milwaukee where Larry gained employment working at Golden Guernsey, lnternational Harvester and A.O. Smith. As an employee of the City of Milwaukee for 32 years, through hardwork Larry retired as a supervisor. Larry was also a franchise owner of Apex, the first black owned Cab Company in the the United States. He actively participated as a member of Calvary Baptist Church, receiving the Men's FeIlowship Man of the Year Award in 1995. Larry was an avid, collector, He especially loved collecting vintage magazines and unique coins. He had an interest in Black History and donating items to the Wisconsin Black Historical Society and Museum. He also took pride in recording the daily temperature, creating anannual weather almanacs. Larry was a people person, who enjoyed lively conversation, ball games, puzzles and a good western movie. Larry cherished gardening, nature and most of all, fishing. He treasured his family, helped those in need and built lastirig relationships with many he came to know. Larry departed this life on March 25, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, AlfIed and sister; Thelma. He remains with us in our hearts, through his wife, Wilhelmenia and four children: Joyce Jenkins, Larry Jenkins, Shira Jenkins, and Lawrence (Francis) Jenkins, three sisters, Ada Dillon; Marie (LJ) Laws, Lorraine Ruffin; Eight grandchildren: Tyson Jenkins,.Kyle (LaLana) Dulan, Dawn(Martin) Blagove, Trenton (Lucrecia) Velez-Jenkins, Dameon (Andrea) Ellzey, Paris Jenkins, Frantz Jenkins, and Toni Jenkns; Fourteen Great-Great Grandchildren, as well as a host of nieces, nephews and other family members 'who will miss him dearly. He smiles down upon us as he suffers no more, with endless options to fill his plate and quench his thirst. May he eernally relax on the riverbank with friends and loved ones.

Mr. Larry Jenkins

June 27, 1926 - March 25, 2013