In Loving Memory of

Mr. Linzell Jack Jenkins Born Isaiah Jenkins) Sunrise: January 5, 1929 – Sunset: October 4, 2025

"A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches." — Proverbs 22:1

Linzell Jack Jenkins, born Isaiah Jenkins, entered this world on January 5, 1929, in Whitakers, North Carolina, to the late Wallace and Rosa Lee (née Dickens) Jenkins. He was the only child of their union. At the age of five, Linzell was brought to Washington, D.C., where he was lovingly raised by his uncle and aunt, Herman and Hattie (née Jenkins) Young.

On Saturday, October 4, 2025, at the blessed age of 96, Linzell peacefully went home to be with the Lord.

Educated in the D.C. Public Schools, Linzell attended Armstrong High School before leaving to serve his country. Enlisting in the United States Army, he served honorably during the Korean War from 1948 to 1950, completing duties in Korea and Japan. Following his honorable discharge in 1950, Linzell returned to Washington, D.C., and shortly thereafter met and married Carol Featherson. From this union, three sons were born: Linzell ("Chucky"), Lawrence, and Michael.

A dedicated provider, Linzell worked diligently to support his family. Working many jobs, including driving taxis in the evening, he devotedly worked as a Letter Carrier for the United States Postal Service until his retirement in the early 1990s.

A man of both faith and curiosity, Linzell found beauty in God's creation and wonder in human endeavors. He rededicated his life to the Lord, where he found comfort in his later years. He was an avid outdoorsman, deeply engaged in sports, civic life, and his community. He served as Scout Master for Nativity Parish Troop 96 Boy Scouts, played in local softball leagues, was fond of taking daily, miles-long walks, and contributed his leadership on the board of his condominium association. Wherever he was, Linzell led—with conviction, generosity, and joy.

He possessed an infectious energy and a love for people. A natural mentor, Linzell guided young men in his community, extended wisdom to friends and neighbors, and lived as an example of quiet strength.

And oh, could he cook! Linzell was a master of the kitchen, known for transforming the simplest ingredients into something extraordinary. His granddaughters fondly recall his famous reminder: "You gottsa season your meats!" To him, those words meant more than good flavor—they were life lessons: whatever you do, do it with heart, with care, and in service to others.

Linzell's memory and love live on through his devoted wife, Shirley (née Andrews) Jenkins; his sons and bonus sons Linzell (Oveta) and Lawrence (Deborah); Terry (Carla) his cherished grandchildren and bonus grandchildren Deondrea (Shari), Lauren, Dayja, Marquita, and Karon, and his beloved great-grandchildren London, Carter, Jaxston, and Karina.

He was preceded in death by his parents Wallace and Rosa Lee Jenkins, his former wife Carol Jenkins, his son Michael Jenkins, granddaughters Sarayna Jenkins and Jules Grant, and his sisters Lawon, Cornelia, Ida, and Francine.

Linzell will forever be remembered as a man of courage, faith, principle, kindness, and love. He was a husband, father, grandfather, soldier, and servant-leader whose legacy endures in every heart he touched.

We honor him today not with sorrow alone, but with gratitude— for a life that gave more than it took, for hands that worked, a heart that loved, and a spirit that truly knew how to live.

An Inurnment with Military Honors will be held at 11:15 a.m., on Monday, November 10, 2025 at Cheltenham Veterans Cemetery 11301 Robert S Crain Hwy Cheltenham, MD  20623