Tracy Alan Jenkins

Age 64, of Flint, passed away Sunday, December 24, 2023, at McLaren Flint, with his family by his side. A memorial service will take place 1:00 pm, Friday, January 5, 2024, at Martin Funeral, Cremation & Tribute Services. Rev. Fr. Tom Firestone to officiate, with burial to follow at Great Lakes National Cemetery. Tracy’s family will be present to receive friends from 11:00 am until the time of service at 1:00 pm. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family on Tracy’s tribute wall at martinfuneralhome.com.

Tracy was born in Flint on December 14, 1959, the son of Mr. and Mrs. William and Barbara Jean (Ohman) Jenkins. Educated locally, he attended Vassar High School and graduated with the Class of 1977. Heeding the call to serve his country, Tracy proudly enlisted in the United States Army until his honorable discharge. Upon his return to civilian life, Tracy began his career at Service Express as an Engineer where he worked until the present time. On July 1, 1994, he married the love of his life, Rebecca Leaym, in their backyard. Tracy enjoyed working and loved his job. To say he was a workaholic would be an understatement. Tracy was the ultimate handyman, capable of repairing nearly everything, whether he really wanted to at times. Attending a good party was one of his favorite pastimes in his younger years. He was an avid reader and would read almost any genre of books. Tracy recently took up coloring and enjoyed it as well as putting together model cars. Tracy was an avid gun collector. Most of all, Tracy loved his family and his beloved dog and loved spending time with them. He will be greatly missed.

Left to cherish Tracy's memory are his beloved wife of 29 years, Rebecca Jenkins; children: Jennifer and husband, Gregory Lajewski, Amanda Jenkins, Joshua Jenkins; grandchildren: Christian, Grace, Douglas, Julian; best friend, Steve Andrus; sister-in-law, Terry Jenkins; niece, Shanna Jenkins; his wonderful dog, Harley.

Tracy was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Bill Jenkins.