Obituaries

April 26, 1963 to December 20, 2021

WINAMAC - David L. Jenkins, 58, passed away Monday Dec.20, at IU Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis.

He was born April 26, 1963 to Billy G. and Gloria K. Hellinga Jenkins. He graduated from Winamac High School in 1981 and was awarded the Golden Hammer in building trades as a senior. During those years, he also worked closely with his father at Jenkins Lumber & Construction. He married Laura Mundell on June 6, 2002. She survives.

David L. Jenkins

He is also survived by:
Alyssa Jenkins, Fishers, Daughter
Rachael Mundell, Grand Canyon North Rim, AZ, Daughter
Amanda (Brian) Kirkland, Crown Point, Daughter
Zane Jenkins, Winamac, Son
Nolan Jenkins, Winamac, Son
Max Mundell, Winamac, Son
3 Grandchildren: Genevieve Kirkland, Serena Kirkland and Jason Jenkins.
Gloria Jenkins Burton, Winamac, Winamac
Cathy (Duane) Field, Winamac, Sister
Many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews
Buster Jenkins, Beloved Old Dog

Preceded in death by:
Billy G. Jenkins, Father

After high school graduation, Mr. Jenkins moved to Arizona to attend automotive trade school. Upon return to Winamac, he purchased his Grandmother Jenny’s home and lived in the town he loved for the remainder of his life. His roots ran deep. Hired in 1988, he was a long time employee at Plymouth Tube Company in Winamac where he currently worked as a lab technician. His integrity, attention to detail and work ethic was highly appreciated and will be missed. He truly enjoyed both his job and the people he worked with, including all three of his sons. It was at Plymouth Tube in 1997 that he met his wife. In 2012, the couple opened The Old Barn and Garden in Winamac, fulfilling a long-time dream of his wife. He poured his heart and soul into the business; it was his dream to see her succeed. His love and support for her was unwavering.

Mr. Jenkins was a member of the Head Hunters Car Club in Winamac. He was a true car enthusiast and enjoyed attending local car shows and club meetings. He was also a skilled, creative carpenter and took both joy and pride in his work. He also enjoyed watching movies, music, singing karaoke, and was always ready for a two-step dance with his wife. He looked forward to the annual Power From the Past show where he would proudly display his father’s old John Deere tractor year after year. His love for his family was beyond measure. Many happy memories were made on the annual family vacations. His children will miss their super-hero who loved nothing more than liberally dispensing wisdom, life stories and corny dad jokes. Their dad was never more than a phone call away if they needed a hand. He especially cherished his grandchildren. His little granddaughters never failed to bring out his million dollar smile, and he never missed a single one of his grandson’s football games. He truly was the family Superman, larger than life, and his unconditional love was the cape that enveloped all. He will be deeply missed by his many friends and family.

Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m., Friday, Jan. 7, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 8, 2022, at the funeral home. Burial will be at Winamac Cemetery (McKinley Addition) in Winamac.

Memorial donations may be made to Head Hunters Car Club or Starke County Humane Society.

Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.