William Jenkins Obituary

William "Bill" Jenkins CHARLESTON - The relatives and friends of Mr. William Jenkins are invited to a visitation from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Friday, August 8, 2025, in St. Peter's A.M.E. Church, 4650 Sanders Avenue, North Charleston, SC, 29405. Interment will be private. "Life has a single beginning. We do not know the day, minute, hour, or the way of our departure. However, an inevitable appointment comes to everyone." On the morning of Sunday, July 27, 2025, at his appointed time, William Marvin Jenkins, affectionately called "Bill," peacefully entered into eternal rest at the age of 76. Born on January 21, 1949, in Reddick, Florida, Bill was the third child of the late Sadie Jenkins Thompson and Columbus Brown. Bill was preceded in death by his beloved brother, Lester. He leaves behind his cherished sisters, Joyce Prime, Brenda Jenkins, and his brother, Columbus Brown, Jr. Bill was a graduate of Fessenden High School, Reddick, Florida. He continued his studies at Central Florida Junior College, receiving an Associate's degree. Due to his thirst for knowledge and desire to further his education, he enrolled at Southern Wesleyan University, where he received his Bachelor of Science Degree in May 1995. A Christian life begins with accepting Jesus as Lord and Savior, turning away from sin, and building a personal relationship with God. Bill, beginning his Christian Walk, became a faithful member of St. Peter's AME Church under the pastorate of the late Rev. William Jackson in 1975. There, he worked diligently, singing in the Choir and later serving as Choir Director under the leadership of the late Sis. Alonia Brown. Because of health challenges, Sis. Brown could no longer serve in the capacity of Minister of Music. Bill then accepted the position and became the Minister of Music, and worked dutifully until his retirement. Additionally, Bill served as the Leader of Class #16, a former Steward, and a dedicated member of the Sons of Allen, serving as Secretary on the Kingstree District. He was recognized numerous times as St. Peter's AME, "Man of the Year!" Bill began his professional career at the Charleston Naval Shipyard, where he was employed for 27 years and 10 months as a Radcon Nuclear Supervisor. At his retirement in April of 1996, he was awarded a plaque for dedicated service to the Charleston Naval Shipyard. Because of his desire to be of service to mankind, he became involved with the Sisters of Charity as a member of the founding staff of the Father to Father Project, Inc. He then served as Executive Director of Father to Father Project Inc. for 17 years. He gave sel@essly of his time, humble spirit and love for people whereby receiving the following accolades: 2008 Sisters of Charity Foundation and South Carolina Center for Fathers and Families member of Founding Sta' of Father to Father Project, Inc. Award: 2013 Councilman Ball for service as Executive Director of the Father to Father Project, Inc.: 2017 South Carolina Fatherhood Initiative Legacy Award. He continued to give dedicated service and leadership, serving in the following capacities: President of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc., Beta Mu Chapter, Graduate Advisor to Sigma Young Men at the College of Charleston and the Baptist College, now Charleston Southern University. South Carolina State Director Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. 1989-1993. Bill loved God and God's people through his dedication to the Sons of Allen of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Serving as Secretary to the Palmetto Conference Sons of Allen, Kingstree District. He was awarded Life Membership by The Sons of Allen. "A GENTLE GIANT with a caring spirit" personifies Bill Jenkins. On the journey of life, we are all presented with many challenges and hardships. Bill remained strong in faith and steadfast in his love for his family and his church. His granddaughter, Anaya, and great-grandson Kason were both the "Apple of his Eye!" Bill leaves to cherish his memory, his beloved wife, Delores, and his sons, Anthony (A.D.) and Troy Jenkins. His sisters, Joyce Prime and Brenda Jenkins, and brother, Columbus Brown (Diane), his brothers and sisters-in-law Herman D. Singleton, I (Gloria), Lucille S. Pinckney (Rev. Rufus), Robert L. Singleton, Carolyn S. Brown (Howard). He also leaves to cherish his memory a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, close friends, and colleagues. Bill's generous heart and enduring faith left an indelible mark on all who knew and loved him. "Well done, thy good and faithful servant.... Enter into the joy of thy Lord!" Mathew 25:21. These Professional Services are rendered by the staff and management of Murray's Mortuary, North Charleston Chapel, 4060 Rivers Avenue, North Charleston, SC, 843-744-5488. Visit our guestbook at legacy.com/obituaries/charleston