Mrs. Shirley A. Jenkins

February 17, 1936 - January 24, 2017

Shirley A. Jenkins (nee Gilliam) age 80 years of Mt. Royal died Tuesday January 24, 2017 in Inspira Hospital, Woodbury. Shirley was born in Swedesboro and was a lifelong Mt. Royal resident. She was a graduate of Swedesboro High School Class of 1954 where she participated in tennis, softball and field hockey. She was a graduate of Pierce Business School, Wilmington, Delaware and worked for NJ Bell Telephone, sold Avon and as an Administrative Assistant at Charles Slack Co. in Thorofare. Shirley was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Mt. Royal Fire Company. She was an avid fan of the Phillies and Eagles and enjoyed attending her children’s and grandchildren’s school and athletic events. Shirley liked traveling to the Jersey Shore, the Poconos and Disney World. She could often be found shopping in Lancaster, playing cards, bowling or going to lunch. Shirley was a strong willed woman who enjoyed a fulfilling life with many friends and loved ones. She will be missed by all. She is survived by her sons, Jeffery F. and Eileen Jenkins of Mickleton, Mark C. Jenkins of Mt. Royal; her grandchildren, Andrea, Brian, Kelly, Mark, Caitlyn and Randy; her great grandchildren, Lily, Owen and Evelyn; her brother, Richard and Darla Gilliam of Pitman and her sister in law, Lois Brown of Rockville, MD. Shirley was predeceased by her husband Samuel C. Jenkins Jr. The Funeral Service will be held at 7 PM Thursday January 26, 2017 in the McBride – Foley Funeral Home, 228 W. Broad St., Paulsboro. Relatives and friends may visit with the family Thursday evening from 5 to 7 PM. Burial will be private. Contributions can be made to East Greenwich Fire and Rescue, PO Box 265, Clarksboro, NJ 08020. Memories can be shared at www.mcbridefoleyfh.com.