Douglas LeRoy Jenkin, 69, of Jefferson, was escorted from this world after one final shindig that included fireworks and plenty of food, on July 28, with his daughters Dawn and Alicia Jenkin, nieces and nephews Scott, Katrina, Hunter, and Skyelar Smith and longtime friend Ben “Pepsi” Benedetti by his side.
After working and spending most of his adventurous life in New Jersey with family and friends and owning and operating KJ Roofing, he was able to retire to his adopted state of Maine, a state that he had visited many times throughout his life. He was a straight shooter and told it like it was and did not care what anyone else thought about it. When retiring to Jefferson, he brought with him his interesting views on life. He had a gruff exterior, but once you got past that, he was a friend you were proud to have. He lived his life to the fullest and got as much out of it as he could. He left an imprint on many people that he had the opportunity to meet along the way.
He was predeceased by his wife of 30 years, Cheryl Jenkin.
Survivors include daughters, Dawn Jenkin of New Jersey, and Alicia Jenkin of New Jersey; brother, Richard Lee and his wife Liz of New Jersey; and countless in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who were like family.
A private service will be held at the Jenkin family home on Fri., Aug. 2 at 4 p.m. An additional service will be held in New Jersey at a later date.
You are invited to share your condolences, memories, and colorful stories with the family by visiting their Book of Memories at www.hallfuneralhomes.com.
Arrangements are under the direction and care of Hall Funeral Home, 949 Main St., Waldoboro.
