John “Jack” Jenkinson III passed away January 16, 2013 at Yale-New Haven Hospital surrounded by his family.
He was born August 12, 1957 in Schenectady, NY to John J. Jenkinson Jr. and Claudia Barrett Jenkinson. He was a 1975 graduate of Burnt Hills High School. He proudly served in the United States Navy for 12 years. During that time he earned many Decorations and Honors for his work including a Navy Achievement Medal and several meritorious awards. After leaving the Navy he served in several capacities as a civil servant for the Department of Defense, most recently serving as a Financial Analyst at SUPSHIP in Groton, totaling 30 years of Government service.
He is survived by his wife of 25 years Teresa (Haley) Jenkinson, his two children Sarah and Stephen Jenkinson, his mother Claudia Jenkinson, his sister Jill (Jenkinson) Parker, and nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his father John J. Jenkinson Jr.
Jack was a devoted husband and father, always involved with his children’s activities and was very proud of both academic and extra-curricular achievements. He was extremely proud to watch both of his children graduate college and accept positions in their desired fields. Although he had a great number of health issues he maintained his sense of humor and quick wit for which he was known for, his family always came first, and he made sure his wife was well taken care of. Most recently the couple celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary by going to Orlando, FL where they had their honeymoon.
He had a great number of interests including thoroughbred horse racing, current events, history, and was an avid sports fan. He had a great deal of patience as evidenced by his long standing love of the NY Mets and NY Jets. He enjoyed spending time with his mother and sister and her family in upstate NY. He had a soft spot for all animals especially dogs, Murphy and Buck, which led to spoiling them with lots of treats. When it came to work he believed in good customer service and was a perfectionist. It goes without saying that he will greatly missed by all lives he’s touched.
Visitation will be held Monday from 6-8pm at The Dinoto Funeral Home, 17 Pearl Street, Historic downtown Mystic. A Funeral Mass will be celbrated on Tuesday at 10am at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, Rte. 12, Gales Ferry. Burial with presentation of military honors will follow at Avery-Stoddard Cemetery.
In Lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Liver Foundation
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