January 4, 1945 – July 27, 2023
Thomas “Tom” Jackson Jenkins, of Bedford, passed away on Thursday, July 27, 2023, at Paoli Hospital.
Tom was born January 4, 1945, in Bedford, Indiana, to George A. and B. Eileen Mathews Jenkins. Tom married Linda Stevens Jenkins on January 23, 1962, at the home of his parents.
Tom was a union carpenter and cement finisher for most of his professional career. After retirement, Tom enjoyed tending the hummingbirds.
Tom is survived by his wife Linda; sister Loretta E. Burris of Bloomfield; sister-in-law Mary Jenkins, children Tommy (Lisa) of Bedford, Michele Jenkins of Bedford, George (Tara) Jenkins of Orleans, Timothy (Chasity) Jenkins of Bedford. Grandchildren include Amanda Finney (Mary Ann), Crystal Jenkins (Brad Myers), Melissa Pavey (Christopher), Olivia Brooks (Joshua), Owen Jenkins, Otto Jenkins, Tyler Jenkins (Emma), Elijah Jenkins, Jordan Crouch, plus many great-grandchildren, niece Kathy Amabile, in-laws Joe and Brenda Stevens, Jerry and Ann Stevens; and other close family.
Tom was preceded in death by his parents, sister Barbara J. Guthrie, brother James A. Jenkins, nephew James Dean Jenkins, nephew David Guthrie, and grandson George E. Jenkins II, in-laws Carl and Sharon Lyons, and Gary and Bea Stevens.
Tom attended Friendly Bible Church in Bedford for almost 50 years and was a dedicated servant and student of the Lord. He also attended White River Baptist Church and led their Wednesday studies.
Arrangements are at Cresthaven Funeral Home. Friends may call on Saturday, July 29th from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. with the service starting at 1 p.m. Jim Russell from White River Baptist will officiate. Burial will be at Carlton Cemetery near his home in Buddha, Indiana.
Condolences can be made at www.cresthavenfh.com.
