Gladys Elizabeth Jenkins

Life Reflections Gladys Elizabeth (Cole) Jenkins was born January 8, 1924 to Annie Brown and Enoch H. Cole, Jr. Her parents, four sisters, three brothers and three step-siblings preceded her in death. She married Aldelbert Stone Jenkins on October 13, 1944 in Seattle, Washington. They were married for 53 years and five children were born from this union. Her husband and son, Alfred Jenkins, Sr. (Cynthia) preceded her in death. Gladys was a devoted wife and mother who assisted her husband with their family-owned business Lynch Enterprises Corporation for many years. Gladys was always regarded as exceedingly nurturing, generous and welcoming to anyone she encountered. She leaves to cherish her memory: her children and step-daughters: Delbert (Pamela) Jenkins - Tampa, FL Steven Jenkins - Oakland, CA Michael (Kathleen) Jenkins - Kansas City, KS William "Bill" Jenkins - Oakland, CA Gwen (Barney) Wilson - St. Louis, MO Robenia "Penny" Jenkins - St. Louis, MO Gladys is also mourned by twelve grandchildren: Alfred "Stone" Jenkins, Jr., Alisha Jenkins, Shannon Jenkins, Aila Jenkins, Ava Jenkins Turner, Alyse Jenkins, Zachary Jenkins, Nathan Jenkins, Adrienne Jenkins, Christopher Jenkins, Matthew Jenkins, and Taylor Jenkins; four great-grandchildren: Da'Meara Bowen, Derick Bowen, Jr., Brayden Jenkins, and Skylar Jenkins; as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends. Interment: J.B. National Cemetery 2900 Sheridan Road St. Louis, MO 63125 . Family Gathering Thursday, Mar 24, 2016 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM Williams-James Mortuary, Inc. - Chapel 1424 Dielman Road St. Louis, MO 63132 Funeral Service Thursday, Mar 24, 2016 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM Williams-James Mortuary, Inc. - Chapel 1424 Dielman Road St. Louis, MO 63132