Carolyn A. Jenks

July 9, 1930 - November 20, 2020

Carolyn A. Jenks, 90, of Huntington, IN, died at 4:45 am Friday, November 20, 2020 at Hertitage Pointe of Huntington. Carolyn was born on July 9, 1930 in Huntington, the daughter of Everett Hosler and Anna (Gelzleichter) Hosler. She graduated from Huntington High School with the class of 1949 and married L. Wayne Jenks on October 29, 1949 in Huntington, IN. She retired from Huntington County Community School Corporation after 29 years of service as a cafeteria manager. She was an avid reader who loved to cook, enjoyed sports and was active in her church. She is survived by her three sons, Robert W. (Debra) Jenks of Indianapolis, IN, David E. (Dianna) Jenks of Laingsburg, MI, Philip J. Jenks (Shannon) of Leesburg, IN, four grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, and her sister, Susan Hiple of Huntington, IN. She is preceded in death by her father, mother, husband and brother, Robert Hosler. A graveside service will be held Tuesday, November 24, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at Pilgrims Rest Cemetery Huntington, Indiana with Rev. Gerald Moreland officiating. Current Executive Order, face coverings are required for all events Memorial contributions may be made to the Wayne and Carolyn Jenks Athletic Scholarship Fund, in care of Huntington County Community Foundation, 356 West Park Drive, Huntington, IN, 46750. Please sign the online guest book at www.baileylove.com. Bailey-Love Mortuary is honored to serve the family of Carolyn A. Jenks.