William "Tom" Thomas Jenkins II

William “Tom” Thomas Jenkins II

August 14, 1956 – August 15, 2024

                         William “Tom” Thomas Jenkins II   was born to the late Joseph Jarvis Jenkins and Rose Sugg Jenkins (Lane) in Greene County, NC. He passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 15, 2024 at the age of sixty eight.

                         Tom worked as a residential/commercial painter for most of his life. Many sought out to complete painting projects. He enjoyed music of all genres and listened to some of his favorite tunes with his brother, Steven, and while he worked with his longtime friend, Curtis Lucas, Sr. He enjoyed telling jokes and pulling pranks. Dr. Pepper and a pack of nabs were his favorites.

                         Tom is survived by his brothers, Steven Jenkins of Kenly and Alan Jenkins and wife, Lisl of Wilson; nephews, Joey Jenkins of Black Creek, William Davis (Olivia) of Wilson, R. Thomas Davis of Kenly, and Joe Jenkins (Jennale) of Goldsboro; nieces, Belinda Davis and Kelleigh Davis of Wilson; lifelong friends, Curtis Lucas, Sr. (Donna) of Wilson and Tony Gordon of Wilson; friend, Kristina Mcdougle of Lucama; and daughter, Crystal Gowen (Cameron) of Wilson.

                         He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Jarvis Jenkins; mother, Rose Sugg Lane; sisters, Belinda Rose Jenkins, Vickie Louise Davis and Mary Frances Jenkins; brother, Joseph Jarvis Jenkins, Jr.

                         The family is planning a memorial balloon release at Toisnot Park in Wilson, NC on the bridge Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 6:00 pm.

                         The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude for the exemplary care received through Gentiva Hospice of Wilson and the Wilson House. Thank you to nurses Meagann Spivey, RN, Amber Brinson, LPN, Janice Lewis, RN, and Claire McClelland, RN; aide April Tant; social worker Sheshana Nicholson, and Chaplain Derek Bossolona of Gentiva Hospice of Wilson and Lynn Lashley, Business manager/Med Tech, Eric Mercer and Constance Hamlett, Med Techs and Patricia, CAN of Wilson House for the care you provided during his journey.

                        Arrangements entrusted to Shingleton Funeral Home 2413 Nash Street NW, Wilson, NC 27896. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.shingletonfh.com

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