Donald Lee

“Chico” Jenkins

Donald Lee "Chico" Jenkins, born on October 30, 1960, to Johnny Jenkins, Sr. and Mentha Lee Jenkins, passed away peacefully, December 8, 2024. He was raised in a loving Christian home, where his values of faith, family, and community were instilled early in life.

A proud 1979 graduate of Port St. Joe High School, Chico went on to serve his country with honor in the United States Coast Guard. He later dedicated much of his professional life to the City of Port St. Joe and worked with the Panama City News Herald. Known for his warm spirit and his gift for conversation, Chico brought joy and connection to everyone he met.

"Chico" cherished his children and held his family close to his heart.  He loved to fish, and was an enthusiastic fan of wrestling, always enjoying the excitement it brought.

"Chico" is preceded in death by his parents, twin brother, Ronald Lee "Dino" Jenkins and brother, Willie Jenkins.

He will be deeply missed by his children: Reggie Jenkins, Lanette Jenkins (Kenney), Quentin Jenkins; brothers: Apostle Johnny Jenkins, Jr. (Pastor Shirley), Josh Jenkins, Rozelle Jenkins; sister, Bobby Jean Guilford (Alonzo); Aunts: Sally Jenkins, Tida Lee Daniels (Emit); Uncle, Willie Otis Smith (Nellie); grandchildren: Azlynn, Ranecya, Kolista, Kaniyah, Cameron, Dominic, Kaidence, Delainey, Cassia, Olivia. And a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.