Obituary of Melvin Robert Jenkinson

Melvin Jenkinson Peacefully at home on Monday, June 22, 2015, Melvin Robert Jenkinson of London and formerly of Lambeth at the age of 90 years. Beloved husband for 66 years of Evelyn (Tompkins) Jenkinson of London. Cherished father and hero of Peter and Mary, Connie and Martin Amos, Fran and Duncan McKeen, Andrew and Ileana and Ian all of the London area. Proud grandfather of Shawn, Michael, Martha, Mike, Matt, Jess, Julio and April and 7 great-grandchildren. Dear brother of Arleen Burke, Helen Smith and Pauline Crawford. Loved by his brother-in-law Charles and his wife Coby Tompkins. Survived by several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his brothers Glen and Donald. Friends may visit at the McFarlane & Roberts Funeral Home, 2240 Wharncliffe Road, South, Lambeth 519-652-2020 on Thursday from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 p.m. The celebration of Mel’s life will be held at the Lambeth United Church, 4268 Colonel Talbot Road, London, Ontario on Friday, June 26, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Matthew Penny officiating. Donations to the Lambeth United Church or charity of choice gratefully acknowledged. On-line condolences are available through www.mcfarlane-roberts.ca.