LeRoy Ivan Jenkins Sr. Obituary
We announce the death of LeRoy Ivan Jenkins Sr. (Kalkaska, Michigan), born in Grayling, Michigan, who passed away on July 25, 2026, at the age of 82. LeRoy will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
LeRoy will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew LeRoy will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. LeRoy’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Ivan Jenkins and Elizabeth Jenkins; his sisters, Carolyn Jenkins and Sheryl Miller; and his in-laws, Duward and Dallas Galbreath.
He is survived by: his wife Carol Louise Galbreath; his children, LeRoy Jr. "Lee" Jenkins (Sherry) of Fife Lake, Michael Jenkins of Kingsley and Sheila Eldred (Jamie) of Fruitport; and his brothers, Larry Jenkins (Kathy) of Kalkaska, Lynn Jenkins (Andrea) of New Mexico and Todd Jenkins (Debbie) of Kalkaska. He is also survived by several grandchildren and many more great-grandchildren.
