Homer A. Jenkins

Homer A. Jenkins 81 of Bainbridge passed from this life Thursday, September 12, 2024, at his home. He was born Monday, June 14, 1943, in Cynthiana to the late Beryl and Opal (Penwell) Jenkins. On September 11, 1965, he was united in marriage to Sharon (Miller) Jenkins, who passed from this life Friday, January 4, 1985.

Homer was a loving father, grandfather and great grandfather to four sons, Homer E. (Crystal) of Bainbridge, Buryl (Teresa) of Pataskala, George (Regina) and Norman Jenkins both of Bainbridge; five grandchildren, Christopher (Lindsay), Preston, Matthew (Stephanie), Zachery (Hope) and Elizabeth (Garrett); four great grandchildren, Creik, Everleigh Rose, Addison Marie and Luke. Also surviving are two sisters, Susie Heppard if Peebles and Barbara Hougland of Greenfield; brother, John Jenkins of Cynthiana; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

In addition to his parents and wife Homer was preceded in death by his sister Patsy Montgomery and two brothers Bill and Sonny Jenkins.

Homer worked at Beall’s Foundry in Hillsboro and Palm Harbor Homes in Sabina for many years. He owned and operated the cores factory. Homer loved to do foundry work. Dad loved to watch his cows and calves play, and he loved his dog Shorty. He also liked to hunt for mushrooms. Dad was a great man; he took care of his boys and raised them the best he could. He was tough on us, but he loved us, and we love you still. He loved his grandkids and great ones too. He will be dearly missed but never forgotten. Thank you, Dad, for everything. We love you Dad and Grandpa. 

Funeral services for Homer will be held at 1 pm Monday, September 16, 2024, at the Smith-Moore-Ebright Funeral Home of Bainbridge with Darrin Jenkins officiating and the burial will follow in the Pake Cemetery on Massie Run Road. Family and friends may visit from 11 am until the time of the service on Monday. Following the services diner will be served, at Homer’s home.