Where Caring Is A Family Tradition
Where Caring Is A Family Tradition
Robert James "Jiggs" Jenkel, age 73, of Winneconne, was called to his eternal home on Tuesday, May 30, 2017. He was born October 12, 1943, in Appleton to the late John and Clara Jenkel. Bob was a 1962 graduate of Fox Valley Lutheran High School in Appleton, and served in the U.S. Army Reserves. On August 20, 1977, he married his best friend Jeanne Welch. Bob was employed at MCC (Murphy Concrete & Construction) for over 25 years. "Jiggs" was highly dedicated to his work. After a brief retirement he demonstrated his passion by returning to MCC a year later.
Bob had a big heart, always willing to help out a neighbor in need. He was friendly and kind and always greeted people with a smile saying, "How are you this fine, fine day?" Bob was passionate about cars, owning numerous Corvettes through the years, attending car shows, and watching NASCAR. During the warmer months, he enjoyed spending time with family and friends on the water while boating and fishing, and in the winter snowmobiling. Bob raced boats professionally in the 70s and '80s. Bob was a member of St. Paul's Ev. Lutheran Church in Winneconne. He was a faithful servant, serving as an usher and knew and loved his Savior.
Bob will be sadly missed by his wife Jeanne, married almost 40 years, and his children, Ben (Sherry) Jenkel, of Sun Prairie; and John (Hannah) Jenkel, of Menasha; and his two grandchildren, Harper and Olin Jenkel. All of whom he was extremely loving and proud. He is further survived by his sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Marion and Stanley Voight, Helen Thern, Dot and Dwain Johnson, Wayne Welch, Bridget and Dennis Welch; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Along with his parents, Bob was also preceded in death by a son, Rob Jenkel; his brother, John Jenkel Jr.; a sister-in-law, Ilene Myers; and a brother-in-law, John Thern.
A visitation for family and friends will be on Sunday, June 4, 2017, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at St. Paul's Ev. Lutheran Church 8 S. Fourth St. Winneconne. A funeral service will be held on Sunday at 4:00 p.m. at the church with Pastor Ben Berger officiating. Cremation will follow and inurnment will be in Highland Memorial Park, Appleton at a later date.
If you wish please submit online condolences to muellerfuneralhomeinc.com.
Leah Lutz wrote on June 13, 2017
I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Jenkel. I so enjoyed your visits and talking with you both. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Neil W Lucht wrote on June 13, 2017
What a guy "Mr Cool" red Pontiac Bonneville convert our junior year! God Bless Bobs family and may we all rejoice that Bob has his position on High! Neil
Janet Kunde wrote on June 9, 2017
Jeanne - I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing! May he rest in peace and you be given strength to move forward thru these sad and lonely days thinking of him with fond memories of all the happy years you had with him. "Life ends, but love is eternal"
Betsy (Herrmann) Schmidt wrote on June 5, 2017
We are so sorry to hear of your loss and send our deepest sympathy to your family. May the love of our Savior comfort you now, and in the days to come. Bob was a special friend and we have many happy memories of our high school years at Fox Valley Lutheran. Love, Ron and Betsy
Carl Reimers wrote on June 5, 2017
Jeannie you have our deepest sympathy for your loss of a wonderful man. Carl & Terry Reimers
Tim wisner wrote on June 3, 2017
Rest in peace my friend. I've learned a lot from you about work and life you will be missed dearly. A fellow MCC driver
Craig and Becky Carrow wrote on June 3, 2017
Very sorry to hear of Jiggs passing. Worked
many years together at MCC. A great friend and coworker.
David Schweppe wrote on June 3, 2017
Our sympathy to the family. Many fond memories from high school days with Bob, Denny, and Bruce.
Gary Gilbertson wrote on June 3, 2017
Big loss for family and friends, Jim was my my hero and friend, a fellow older MCC driver.
Judi Jenkel Martin Gorton wrote on June 2, 2017
You were the brother I never had. The memories of Sunday's at the lake. You water skiing on a circular piece of wood with a ladder on top. You always enjoyed the thrill of things . Jealous of all the great cars you owned over the years The stories could go on but, most of all I will miss the love for your family, your positive attitude on life and the bear hugs that transmitted your love. You were a very special person.
Rosemary Bloom wrote on June 1, 2017
Jean, John, Ben,and family, I am so sorry for your loss. May the good times carry you through this time of sorrow
Susie Caballero wrote on June 1, 2017
Love you Uncle Bob. You will be missed dearly.
Karen and Lenny Ruel wrote on June 1, 2017
Jeanne, John, Hannah and family, we are deeply saddened to hear of your loss. The world has lost an amazing and cheerful man, and we lost another great neighbor! Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. The Ruels
Joan redlin Sartin wrote on June 1, 2017
Our deepest sympathy to Bobs family. My all your wonderful memories bring you peace in the coming days. Bill and Joan Sartin