Harold Dale Jenkins' Obituary
Boody – Harold Dale “Dale” Jenkins, 82, of Boody, passed away Sunday, March 5, 2023, at Fair Havens Senior Living, Decatur, IL.
Dale was born June 20, 1940, in Decatur, IL, the son of George and Grace (Lourash) Jenkins. He worked as the parts manager at Hazelriggs Chrysler Plymouth retiring after 46 years. Dale then went on to Walmart where he worked an additional 10 years as a greeter and as a member of the maintenance department. Dale was a member of Harristown Camp Wilson Four Square Church. He loved to bowl, was an avid NASCAR fan, especially Dale Earnhart Jr., and spend time with his pet Yorkie KoKo. Dale married Kaye Swam in 1983.
Dale was preceded in death by his parents; brother: Herb, Les, and Herschel, and 1 nephew Michael Hudson.
Surviving is his wife, Kaye of Boody; nieces: Jodi and Sue and their families as well as nephews: Jim, Les Paul, and Joe and their families; and sisters-in-law: Sharon and Judy and their families.
Memorial service will be 11am, Saturday, April 15, 2023, at Harristown Camp Wilson Four Square Church; visitation will be one hour prior in the church. Burial will take place at a later date.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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