On Saturday April 8, 2023. Loving wife of the late Louis Wayne Jenkins. Beloved mother of Lisa (Marko Trivundza) Tolbird, Gary (Susan Jean), Patrick (Sandra) and Larry (Phyllis) Jenkins and Gloria Middendorf. Cherished grand mother of Brandy, Keith, Amy, Mary, David, Cathy, Vanessa, Ashley, Sarah and Paige.
Mary Gail Jenkins was a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, cousin, grandmother, great grandmother, foster mother and friend to so many. She never met a stranger she didn’t make part of her family if even for a short time. Gee Gee, as she was so lovingly known by family and friends, loved every opportunity to spend time with family, animals, and the people she loved. She was a 22yr survivor of a heart transplant, that only 10% of transplant recipients live to see. She was strong and wise, but gentle and comforting. Holding a new member of the family, hugging the neck of those that have been around forever or just sharing good news with her made her so happy. She loved to collect pretties, as she called them, eat Mexican every chance she got, watch crime shows, care for every animal that crossed her path wild or not, and spend time with her many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Her passing will be felt by so many, and she never had an idea of the affect she had on those she met, and her heart wasn’t big enough to hold all the love she had to give. Gee Gee we love you.
In Lieu of flowers, Mary has asked that a donation be made in her name to Stray Rescue of St Louis, so her passion for loving animals can be carried on. Donations can be made in Mary’s name at http://strayrescue.org/Mary-Jenkins
Services: A memorial service will be held at Kutis South County (5255 Lemay Ferry) on Saturday April 29, at 12 Noon.
I’m so sorry for everyone’s loss. Gail was so good to my sister Sheri and I’m so thankful for that. She is now reunited with Wayne. We will see her again one day
Mom, love you mom I love you so much she was always my
Mom she was always there for me. I always tell me to keep my head up mama. Love you so much I am a soldier I love you and dad knows. I’ll see you again I love you
My condolences to all family members. I know Gee Gee was the salt of the earth and cherished by all.
So sorry for the loss of this sweet/kind woman! Loved hanging out at your home, as a kid! To all the family. you will see her again. She is Rejoicing with Wayne and Jesus! Praying for your family at this time of loss.
She was and is dear to me. My condolences Io all of you Jason
We grew up with Gail and Wayne and she was one of my parents best friends. My parents are gone now and they are all probably together, going camping, fishing and yes lots of animals. She will be missed and was a great and beautiful lady. May peace be with you and may be peace be with the family as they go thru this time. Love Laurie Woldanski, nee Governal