Gerald "Gary" Morgan Jenkins

Gerald "Gary" Morgan Jenkins, 79, of Idaho Falls, passed into the arms of his loving Heavenly Father on January 18, 2023, at his home surrounded by his loving family. 

Gary was born October 9, 1943, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Edward Leo Jenkins and Myrtle Emma Lindsey Jenkins. He grew up and attended schools in New Sweden and graduated from Shelley High School. He then went on to Dixie College in St. George, Utah.

On December 6, 1963, he married Connie Iverson in Washington, Utah. Gary and Connie made their home in Idaho Falls, Idaho, where they raised their five children. Connie passed away in 2016. Gary then married Evelyn Rasmussen on February 10, 2018.

He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served in many callings, including Bishop. He enjoyed spending time with family, especially his grandchildren. 

Gary owned and operated Jenkins Glass Inc. for nearly 50 years. He was an inventor, craftsman, and his expertise was sought after by contractors and architects. His business provided for many families, and his personal mentoring changed the lives of those who worked with him. 

Gary is survived by his loving wife, Evelyn Jenkins of Idaho Falls, ID; children, Melanie (Earnie) Glazener of Kirkland, WA, Cory (Shannon) Jenkins of Idaho Falls, ID, Brandon (Annette) Jenkins of Pocatello, ID, Kevin (Kami) Jenkins of Idaho Falls, ID, and Tracy (Ellen) Jenkins of Shelley, ID; 20 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Connie Jenkins; his parents; in-laws, Grant and Grace Iverson; grandson, Jacob Brookover; and great granddaughter, Eliza Johnson.

Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 21, 2023, at the Village Park Building, 1345 Clarence, with Bishop Matt Campbell officiating. The family will visit with friends Friday from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. prior to services, both visitations at the church. Burial will be in the New Sweden Cemetery.

Services will be broadcast live here.