Roberta Lynn Jenkins

Roberta Lynn Jenkins departed this earthy realm at the age of 66, leaving behind a life worthy of joyful celebration. Exceptionally smart, fiercely creative, and effortlessly magnetic, Roberta brought energy wherever she went. Sophisticated, confident, and unforgettable, she was truly the life of the party. She believed in living beautifully, thinking boldly, laughing freely, and making every entrance memorable.

Music was woven into the rhythm of Roberta’s life. She loved funk, jazz, the energy of live bands, and especially the smooth, soulful sound of Sade. Music moved her in every sense, and if there was a dance floor nearby, Roberta would find her way to it. She carried that same confidence and soul into the way she lived each day.

Roberta also had an exquisite eye for fashion and home décor. Her wardrobe and surroundings were meaningful expressions of her creativity and impeccable taste. She understood how the right outfit, finishing touch, or beautifully arranged room could make the ordinary feel extraordinary.

Behind her vibrant personality and flawless style was a formidable mind. Roberta attended The Ohio State University and later became the independent owner of her own Pre-Need Funeral Insurance sales firm. With intelligence, compassion, and strong business acumen, she helped families prepare for the future with dignity and peace of mind. Her career reflected the remarkable balance of who she was: a woman fiercely full of life who used her professional gifts to care for others.

Roberta’s greatest legacy lives in the family and friends who loved her. She leaves to cherish her memory granddaughter KiYanna Miller, great granddaughter Aaryanna Hamilton, Brothers Warren Jenkins & Wayne Jenkins, sisters Frances (Alan) Fisher & Nancy (Michael) Ghee, and a whole host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her father Coble Jenkins, mother Esther Jenkins, daughter Jowana Jenkins, brother Richard Jenkins Sr. and sister Colette Jenkins. Those who knew her will remember her intelligence, style, creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and her gift for turning an ordinary gathering into a celebration.