Dale (Buck) Jenkins Obituary (1942 - 2012)

Loving husband, dad, grandpa and brotherBuck lost his battle with his many health problems on May 6, 2012, surrounded by all those who loved him.Buck loved life, family and friends. He enjoyed working hard, but for as hard as he worked he enjoyed playing even more. He loved golf, watching sports, especially the Jazz, oldies music and his collectables. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He always loved the frequent friend and family gatherings.Preceded in death by: Father Allen Jenkins, Mother Alice Peterson, and Brother Michael Jenkins. Survived by: Wife Jerri Jenkins. Children Carol Rechis (Gary), Allen Jenkins (Julie), Pam Jenkins, Kim Mikesell, Dayna Drake (Jim). Grandchildren Brittany Mikesell, Danielle Mikesell, Ryan Jenkins, Amber Jenkins, Zack Jenkins, Taylor Rechis, Codey Drake, Dakota Jenkins, Chase Drake. Great-grandchildren Makhala Mikesell, Tyson Mikesell, Aylaa Jenkins, Keonn Jenkins.Friends and family may offer their condolences on Thursday May 10, 2012, from 6pm-8pm at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 1007 W. Jordan Parkway, South Jordan, Utah 84098. Funeral to be held Friday May 11, 2012, at 1pm, Union Fourth Ward, 1834 E Creek Rd, Salt Lake City, UT 84101. Friends and Family may offer comfort one hour before services.Special appreciation to the E8th floor staff at LDS hospital. Much love and gratitude to family, friends and neighbors who helped and supported us through this difficult time.He will be missed by all.