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John"Pappy Jack Jenks, 84, a resident of Albuquerque since 1960, died Friday, March 27, 1998. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Elda V. Jenks of the family home; daughter, Linda L. Owen and husband, Donald C. of Texas; granddaughter, Crystal L. Owen of Texas; and niece, Shirley Brady of San Diego, CA. John was born June 2, 1913, in Jessup, IA. He entered the United States Navy at the age of 17 on August 17, 1930. During his time in the Navy, he served on four 4-Pipers, 1100 Ton Class Destroyers and also The USS Downs, The USS Warrington, The USS Sumner, and The USS Wedderburn. He retired from the Navy on February 19, 1957, with a rank of Chief Torpedoman after 26 years of service. John was a charter member of The Warren G. Harding Masonic Lodge in Paulsbo, WA and also a member of the D.A.V. Post 3 in Albuquerque. He was a hard working, kind and loving man who took care of his family and his country. He will be missed. Graveside services will be Tuesday, March 31, 1998, at 1:00 p.m. at The Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM with Col. Lemuel Boyles officiating. Friends may visit French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Monday, March 30, 1998, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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