Joanne R Jenks's obituary , Passed away on May 13, 2025 in Emporia, Kansas

Joanne R Jenks

November 12, 1931 - May 13, 2025 (93 years old)

Emporia, Kansas

Joanne R Jenks's obituary , Passed away on May 13, 2025 in Emporia, Kansas

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Roberts-Blue-Barnett Funeral Home

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Joanne R Jenks

November 12, 1931 - May 13, 2025 (93 years old)

Emporia, Kansas

Joanne R Jenks Obituary

We are sad to announce that on May 13, 2025 we had to say goodbye to Joanne R Jenks of Emporia, Kansas. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Joanne R Jenks to show support.

In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Joanne leaves behind and her impact on the lives of her loved ones. Though Joanne may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the memories held dear by her family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.

She was predeceased by: her husband William "Bill" Jenks; her parents, Joseph L. Rodgers and Pauline Rodgers (Brown); and her siblings, Joseph Rodgers (Buddy) and Betty Sherrer.

She is survived by: her children, Bill Jenks (Debbie) of Chesterfield, VA, Monica Jenks (Kevin Doyle) of Wilmington, NC, Susan Carroll (Randy) of Olathe, KS and Gina Whitsitt (Darin) of Enid, OK.; and her sisters, Flo Graham of Crater Lake, VA and Joyce Haddock of Alexandria, VA.. She is also survived by eight grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren.

Contributions in lieu of flowers please consider a contribution to the Presbyterian Manor, 2300 Industrial Rd. Emporia, KS, 66801.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Roberts-Blue-Barnett Funeral Home



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