Franklin, NC: Despite being born on November 14, 1950, Fred Jerry Jenkins always insisted he was 29 years old. He lived a blessed life, stuck to his story, and passed on October 4, 2022. Jerry was a wonderful dad, granddad, and great-granddad. He absolutely adored and spoiled his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was a hard worker who thought things through and used his knowledge and intellect to decide the best approach in solving problems or completing projects. He had an excellent reputation as a noted carpenter for over fifty years. Jerry loved to raise a garden, and he was good at it. His vegetables were enjoyed by friends and neighbors who were always welcome at his "community garden". Other favorite pastimes were fishing in mountain streams whenever he had the opportunity, or horseback riding. His pets old or young, large or small, were dear to him, and he doted on his cats, Queeny and Fluffy, as well as his dogs, Buddha and Cricket; and, if he was listening to music you could be sure it was old time country. Jerry's survivors include his life partner of 42 years, Vickie Patton; his children, Annie Jenkins, Jerry Kenneth Jenkins, Brandy Jenkins, and Angel Jenkins; his three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; and his siblings, Annie Mae Cincineras, Ray Jenkins, Carlos Jenkins, and Rick Jenkins. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harley and Ruby Garland Jenkins along with his brothers, Tom, Joe, and Troy Jenkins. No public services are planned. Moffitt Family Funeral Care is honored to serve Jerry's family