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2020
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Dorothy Jenkins Obituary
Elaine was born on May 14, 1950 in Georgetown, SC, to Mr. Paul Johnson and Mrs. Elizabeth Brown Johnson At an early age she joined Arnett A.M.E. Church, where she faithfully served. Following her graduation from Howard High School in 1968, Elaine pursued a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Voorhees College, Denmark, SC, in 1972, and later obtained a Master's Degree in Education from the University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC. Elaine was united in Holy Matrimony to the love of her life, the late Mr. Richard Jenkins, Jr. They were blessed with the birth of a son, Cavell. She rendered twenty-eight years of exemplary service as an educator in the Georgetown County Public School System, until retirement, and later extended her profession at A.M.I., Georgetown, SC, for five years.
Surviving are her son, Cavell Rishon Jenkins and daughter-in-law, Tomiko Jenkins, Atlanta, GA; three granddaughters, Nailah Jenkins, Charlotte Jenkins, and Lauren Jenkins; step-sons, Donovan Logan and Bryson Logan, Atlanta, GA; her siblings: Fannie Mae Johnson, and twin sisters Jeanette Johnson and Annette Wright, all of Georgetown, SC; her mother-in-law, Louise Jenkins, Georgetown, SC. Services: Wilds Funeral Home, LLC
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Beulah White
October 11, 2020
Jenkins, as she was called by some of her co-workers, was a tall, regal, quiet lady. She taught and maintained an orderly classroom. I feel profound sorrow of her transition.
Swornia Thomas
October 8, 2020
Oh such a lovely and pleasant cousin.
You are really going to be missed a whole lot.
Fayth Holmes
October 8, 2020
You will truly be missed. You were an awesome teacher and human being. Thank you for the joy that you brought to a lot of people, including myself. May God bring strength and peace to the family during this time and going forward.
Brenda Brown
October 8, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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Lena Prior
October 7, 2020
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Kedra Keith
October 6, 2020
My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. May God give you the peace during this difficult time.
Vernelle Brown
October 6, 2020
We are praying for the family. We are truly sorry for your loss. From the Allen-Brown family. Vernelle, Phil,Jr Sherrie and Kelle
Lynette Peatfield
October 5, 2020
May God give Your Family The Strength You 'll Need in Your Time Of Sorrow.My Heartfelt condolences to Your Family.
In Deepest Sympathy <br />Melissa Betsill
Melissa Betsill
October 5, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Melissa Betsill
October 5, 2020
I will miss you dearly. You have been there for me as a mentor and friend. Through my darkest times, you were there to encourage. I will never forget you. My heart breaks and the pain run deep into my spirit. My prayers are with your family at this difficult time. Rest in Peace my dear sweet friend. I know you are in God's hands.
Linda Keith
October 5, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful Mom.our thoughts and prayers are with the family always. Linda Keith (classmate) and Levi Keith.
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