Mrs Helen B. Jenkins

March 28, 1929 - March 23, 2014

Helen B. Jenkins (Nee Pieta) age 84 years, lifelong resident of Gibbstown, died Sunday March 23, 2014 in her home surrounded by her family. Helen attended Gibbstown schools and was a 1946 graduate of Paulsboro High School where she was active in the Golden Anniversary Association. She worked as a store clerk for 19 years at Heritage’s Dairy Store #4 in Gibbstown and also Joe’s Liquor Store. Helen was an avid Phillies and Sixers fan, watching as many games as she could. She enjoyed gardening and planting flowers in her yard. She is survived by her beloved husband of 57 years, Gerald “Jerry” Jenkins of Gibbstown; her children, Marcia and Alfred Allman of Woodstown, Scott and Judy Jenkins of Logan Township; her grandchildren, David, Lainey, Leah and Kirstie; her great grandson, Evan and her brother, William Pieta of Gibbstown. Helen was predeceased by her son, Kevin Jenkins; her parents, John and Mary Pieta; her sisters, Freida Goldstein and Jean Myers and her brother, Tate Pieta. The Funeral Service will be held at 11 AM Thursday March 27, 2014 in the McBride – Foley Funeral Home, 228 W. Broad St., Paulsboro. Relatives and friends may visit with the family Thursday morning after 9 AM until service time. Interment Eglington Cemetery, Clarksboro. Flowers are appreciated or contributions can be made in her memory to Holy Redeemer Hospice, 150 Ninth Ave., Runnemede, NJ 08078. Memories can be shared at www.mcbridefoleyfh.com.