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Richard Jenkins Obituary

Richard "Glen" Jenkins, passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2014 at the age of 56, surrounded by his loving family. He was born and raised in Baton Rouge, LA. Glen was President of Jenkins Tile Company which was his second love outside of his family. He loved and adored his family more than life itself, and was a dedicated and loving husband, father, and grandfather. Glen was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Ruth Jenkins; and father-in-law, Bill Higgins. He is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Jeanne Jenkins; his daughter and son-in-law, Amanda and Kevin Mitchell; daughters, Mallory and Lauren Jenkins; granddaughter, Bailey Marie Mitchell; mother-in-law, Joyce Higgins; and Jodie and Gary Golden and Bill and Jean Higgins; whom he considered his sisters and brothers. Visiting will be held at Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Hwy., on Monday, April 28, 2014 from 5:00 pm until memorial service at 6:00 pm. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation (http://www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org). Family and friends may sign the online memorial, leave a personal note to the family or, order flowers at www.resthavenbatonrouge.com.

Published by The Advocate from Apr. 25 to Apr. 27, 2014.
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Ms.Jeanne, Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you and the girls.
God Comforts You
His eyes see each tear you cry...
His ears hear your words of loss...
His heart knows the pain you feel...
And His arms hold you close,just as he
has GLEN,who he have called home to Him.

Marilyn & Percy Young/Family
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Marilyn & Percy Young

April 29, 2014

Dear Jeanne,I was sad and sorry to hear about Glenn.I will pray that God will give you courage to deal with the next few days and beyond.Glenn was very funny & kind to me in the time we spent together.God be with you & the children in the coming times. Jeff Safer

April 29, 2014

Jeanne, please accept my deepest sympathies. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Colette Black Dowden

April 28, 2014

Jeanne, I was shocked to hear of Glen's passing and will be praying for your family. He always made my visits to the store such fun. We enjoyed seeing you both when you were able to attend CRBA meetings.

Denise Emmons

April 28, 2014

Jeanne, so shocked and saddened to hear about Glen. Though ya'll have been gone from Greenshire for quite awhile, good memories of our street parties remain. Praying for your family. Love, Scott and Joni Russo

Joni Russo

April 27, 2014

Jeanne, we were so sorry to hear about Glen's passing. We wish we could be with you during this trying time, but please know that our thoughts are with you, and that our hearts go out to you and the girls. Uncle Jack, Lisa & Elgin, Mark & Crystal, Markham, Gustavo, Julie and Arlin.

April 27, 2014

I just read about Glenn. I only knew him through Jenkins Tile. He helped me update my kitchen and bath. He was a pleasure to work with. He will be missed.

Diane Snyder

April 27, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Floyd & Cheryl Hebert

April 27, 2014

Jeanne, we are saddened to learn of you and your family's loss. Our prayers are with all of you. Amy and Tim Kelley

April 27, 2014

Jeanne, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Think about you and Glen every time I pass the store.
Bless you,

Bipsy & Dane D'Aquin

April 27, 2014

Jeanne, this is a tragedy for the whole family. No man has ever been a more devoted family man. Our deepest condolences. Jake & Joan

April 26, 2014

Jeanne, Mallory and family,
We are so sorry to hear about Glen. We know he will be missed. We are keeping you all in our prayers.

The Brunet Family

Wendy Brunet

April 25, 2014

Our deepest sympathy. We will always remember our "supper clubs" ....

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Mike & Brenda Peralta

Michael Peralta

April 25, 2014

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