JENKINS: Peacefully, at London Health Sciences Centre – Victoria Hospital, London, on Thursday, February 12, 2026, George David Jenkins of Grand Bend, age 81. Beloved husband of Sarah “Rae” McCormick (Browne) Jenkins. Loved father and father-in-law of David and Cyndie Jenkins of Bayfield, Ann Paquette and Corey Walters of Ingersoll. Cherished grandpa of Eric Jenkins and Toni Murphy, Kelsi and Josh Pitt, Carlie and Mike DeVole. Cherished great-grandpa of Aaliyah Forstner, Aria Forstner, Halle Pitt, Jett Pitt and Liam DeVole. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Ronald and Lynda Jenkins of Grand Bend, Dorothy Patton of London. Remembered by his niece and nephews and their families. Predeceased by his parents Harry and Amelia (Edgar) Jenkins and brother-in-law William Patton. At George’s request, cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held at the St. John’s –by-the-Lake Anglican Church, Grand Bend on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 12 p.m. The Rev. Jim Innes Officiant. Arrangements entrusted to the T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Funeral Home, Dashwood. If desired, memorial donations (payable directly) to a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
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Dave Welch - Grand Cove
I had the pleasure of being a bandmate with George for a brief time. I appreciated his musical ability, plus his encouragement and fair mindedness. George will be missed by his friends and community acquaintances. Condolences to Rae and family.
Yvonne Holland
Dear Rae and family, my condolences on the loss of George.. Only met him a few times, but he was a very kind, friendly person.
Sincerely Yvonne Holland
Dorothy Patton
He was my baby brother and I loved him so much, he was always there when I needed him I will miss him so very much. RIP George xx
William H Sinclair
I have known George since we where children as we where born and raised on the same street in Belfast. Me in1942 and George in 1944. Us youngster’s spent a lot of time on the streets as our parents would put us outside every chance they got. They would tell us to come in when you are hungry. There was little or no traffic in those day’s and nobody stole children as they already had enough of their own. Some of our fun was chasing and teasing the wee hussies, skipping rope, kicking a ball made out of anything that we could find and roll up, knock doors and run away. Other than these things we where little treasure’s.
Jump ahead many years and we got married had children and came to Canada in1972. George and Rae did the same a few years later and we where very happy to have them in our circle again.
George has always been a very good friend which we have been thankful for. Our condolence to Rae and family.
Hugh and Marion Sinclair and family.
Bev Stoakley
Dear Rae, I am so sorry to hear of George’s passing. He was a very special person and will be missed but never forgotten.
Bev Stoakley
Jane Ashwood
George was one of the kindest, funniest, most pleasant person Jim and I have the pleasure of knowing. We shall miss his wit and humour. He will live on forever in our hearts and mind. Condolences to Rae and family. He is entertaining a new crowd. Jane and Jim Ashwood
Alan Taylor
Rae, sorry to hear Geoorge wants to play in a higher band, he is such a nice man, so sorry for your loss,
Alan and Nancy Taylor
Ann Schultz
Rae, David and Ann,
Our deepest sympathies in your loss. So many amazing memories growing up especially on Glen Avon and George was always there for the fun! He was an amazing family man and will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Love to you all❤️
Ann (Sinclair) and Tom Schultz
Jim Graham
To Rae and family our deepest condolences on the loss of George. George was a great friend and Band mate who will be dearly missed and fondly remembered. Thinking of you all, Jim & Heather
Jim & Donna Gardner
Sending sincere condolences to Rae and family. We knew George & Rae from our time at Grandview Apts. George will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Jim & Donna Gardner
Eldon and Dawna King
We appreciate a special gift of friendship with George. He has been a dear friend full of love, kindness and laughter. Grant him peace and he will always live in.our hearts.
Maureen Craig
Dear Rae , sorry to hear about George, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
I’m sure there’s a poker game going on somewhere, lots of good memories
Maureen
Peter Warner
Dear Rae and family,
My prayers are with you during this difficult time.
May God give you solace in you solace in your, sorrow.
Sincerely, Peter#
Joyce Hodgins
Condolences to the family of George he will be missed at St John’s, you will always have great memories God Bless
Shirley Bain
George was an excellent drummer for Better Dayz Band. He made playing in the BAND SO ENJOYABLE. George was a very sweet man and will be missed from all his organizations.
Love you George. Rest in peace.