Carl Gene Jenkins

Carl Gene Jenkins, born on July 10, 1954, in Warsaw, Indiana, to Everett I. and Wretha E. (Montel) Jenkins, passed away at his home on December 15, 2025. He was 71 years old. Carl lived a life anchored in hard work and dedication, principles that guided him throughout his personal and professional endeavors.

Carl graduated from Whitko High School in 1972, a milestone that marked the beginning of his journey through life’s varied landscapes, including being a lifelong farmer. Carl took immense pride in the challenges of agriculture, finding joy in the rhythm of the seasons and developed a passion for International Harvester machinery. For many years, Carl also worked as a flagger at Whitley Mobile Homes in South Whitley.

Carl was known for being honest to a fault, having unwavering integrity, and always putting the needs of his loved ones before his own. He managed to do so despite life providing him no shortage of challenges. He had a passion for muscle cars, a love for street racing and cruising. During his final years everyone within the town of South Whitley could hear the roar of his white 2010 Dodge Challenger, whether they knew so or not. As a member of the North Manchester Moose Lodge 1518, Carl loved the weekly drawings and being around friends.

The loving memory of Carl Jenkins will be forever cherished by his sons, Curt (Jayme) Jenkins, South Whitley and Kyle (Maria Hernandez Muniz) Jenkins, stationed in South Korea; daughters, Lori (Joey) Menck Krause, Fort Wayne and Lisa Menck, Nashville, Tennessee; brothers, Robert Jenkins, South Whitley and Leonard (Barbara) Jenkins, Marion; two grandchildren, Clay and Atlas Jenkins. Carl was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Arden Jenkins.

Family and friends may call Monday, December 22, 2025 from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. at McKee Mortuary, 1401 State Road 114 West, North Manchester, Indiana. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at McKee Mortuary, with calling beginning at 1:00 p.m. Burial will be held at South Whitley Cemetery, with Pastor David Wagner officiating.

For those who wish to honor the memory of Carl Jenkins, memorial contributions may be made to Moose Charities, 155 South International Drive, Mooseheart, Illinois 60539.

The family of Carl Jenkins has entrusted McKee Mortuary with care and final arrangements.