Jenkins, Christine “Granny”, 73, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, May 11, 2021, at Miami Valley Hospital. Christine was born in Opelika, Alabama to Curtis and Lillian Cooks. Christine was preceded in death by her loving husband of 40 years, Willie Dan Jenkins; daughter, Angela Gibson (Michael); parents, Curtis and Lillian Cooks; brothers, Percy, Henry and Eugene Cooks. She leaves to cherish her memory, her daughters, Andrea Jenkins and Amy Jenkins and son Willie Jenkins Jr., all of Dayton, Ohio; brother Curtis Cooks; grandchildren, Ebony, Troy, Alan, Willie C, Mark, Ivory, Aneva, Monique, Tiana, and Willie III; 10 great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends, including special friends, Lucille Mosley, Marsha McGriff and Tammy Hughes and special cousin, Cynthia Cooks Bennett.
Christine enjoyed life to the fullest and her greatest joy was being a mother and grandmother. All who knew her, loved her and she will be dearly missed by all. In keeping with the wishes of Christine, no funeral service will be held. A private memorial celebration will be held Saturday, May 29th. We do appreciate your love and support during this difficult time. Arrangements entrusted to THOMAS FUNERAL HOME, 4520 Salem Ave. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.thomasfunerals.com