CHARDON – Richard “Rick” N. Jenkins, 72, of Chardon, passed away peacefully in his sleep Saturday morning, Jan. 30, 2021, at Mentor Ridge Health and Rehab Center in Mentor.
He was born in Toronto, Canada, on Feb. 25, 1948, to the late Harold and Dorothy (nee Spetch) Jenkins.
He was an avid reader and crossword puzzle buff. Rick had a constant thirst for knowledge that stayed with him throughout his lifetime.
Rick will be dearly missed by his brothers, Bob (Diane) Jenkins, Larry (Linda) Jenkins, Ray (Linda) Jenkins; sisters, Lynda (Gary) Heilman, Patti (Rick) Nestor; a daughter; and grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by: his parents, Harold and Dorothy; siblings, Wes Munce, Geri Petrick, Ron Jenkins, Ian Jenkins; and a daughter.
Per Rick’s wishes, a private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Best Funeral Home, 15809 Madison Road, Middlefield, 440-632-0818. Online condolences may be sent at www.bestfunerals.com.
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