David L. Jenkins

April 26, 1963 — Dec. 20, 2021

David L. Jenkins, 58, passed away on Monday, Dec. 20, at IU Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. 

He was born on April 26, 1963, to Billy G. and Gloria K. (Hellinga) Jenkins. David graduated from Winamac High School in 1981 and was awarded the Golden Hammer in Building Trades as a senior. During those years, David also worked closely with his father at Jenkins Lumber & Construction. After graduating, David moved to Arizona to attend automotive trade school. Upon return to Winamac, David purchased his Grandmother Jenny’s home and lived in the town he loved for the remainder of his life. His roots ran deep.

Hired in 1988, David was a long time employee at Plymouth Tube Company in Winamac where he most recently worked as a Lab Technician; his integrity, attention to detail and work ethic was highly appreciated and will be missed. David truly enjoyed both his jobs and the people he worked with....including all three of his sons! It was at Plymouth Tube in 1997 that he met the love of his life, Laura Mundell, whom he married on June 6, 2002.

In 2012, David and Laura opened The Old Barn and Garden in Winamac, fulfilling a long-time dream of Laura’s. David poured his heart and soul into the business; it was his dream to see her succeed; his love and support for Laura was unwavering. David was a member of the Head Hunters Car Club in Winamac. He was a true car enthusiast and enjoyed attending local car shows and club meetings. David was also a skilled, creative carpenter and took both joy and pride in his work. He also enjoyed watching movies, music, singing karaoke, and was always ready for a two-step dance with Laura. David looked forward to the annual Power from the Past show where he would proudly display his father’s old John Deere tractor year after year.

David’s love for his family was beyond measure. Many happy memories were made on the annual family vacations. His children will miss their super-hero who loved nothing more than liberally dispensing wisdom, life stories....and corny dad jokes. Their dad was never more than a phone call away if they needed a hand. David especially cherished his grandchildren. His little granddaughters never failed to bring out his million dollar smile, and he never missed a single one of his grandson’s football games. David truly was the family Superman, larger than life, and his unconditional love was the cape that enveloped all. He will be deeply missed by his many friends and family.

He is survived by his wife Laura Mundell Jenkins of Winamac; three precious daughters: Alyssa Jenkins of Fishers, Rachael Mundell of Grand Canyon North Rim, Arizona, and Amanda [Brian] Kirkland of Crown Point; three beloved sons: Zane Jenkins of Winamac, Nolan Jenkins of Winamac, and Max Mundell of Winamac; three cherished grandchildren: Genevieve Kirkland, Serena Kirkland and Jason Jenkins; loving mother Gloria K. (Hellinga) Jenkins Burton of Winamac; dearest sis Cathy [Duane] Field of Winamac; many wonderful aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews; and beloved old dog Buster Jenkins. 

He was preceded in death by his father Billy G. Jenkins. 

Visitation will be from 3-7 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 7, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 8, at Frain Mortuary in Winamac.  

Burial will take place at Winamac Cemetery (McKinley Addition) in Winamac.

Memorial contributions may be made to Head Hunters Car Club or Starke County Humane Society.  

Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.

Cremation arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac, IN.  

(Pulaski County Journal — Jan. 5, 2022)

Pulaski County Journal

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Winamac, IN 46996

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