James Earl Jenkins, 49, of Clarksville, TN, passed away on Saturday, September 5, 2015, at Gateway Medical Center.

James was born on October 16, 1965, in Orange County, CA to the late James Phillip Jenkins and Jean Carol Priestad.

Memorial service will be held Saturday, September 19, at 11:00 AM, at Neal-Tarpley-Parchman Chapel. Visitation will be held Saturday, September 19, from 9:00 AM until the hour of service, at the funeral home.

James was a Retired U.S. Army Veteran, having served twenty years.

James is survived by his wife, Malena Jenkins of Clarksville, TN; son, Joshua Alexander Jenkins of Clarksville, TN; daughter, Payton Erin Padura; brother, Randy Jenkins; and sister, Melissa Jenkins.