JENKINS, Roger A., Sr., 72, of Dayton passed away peacefully Monday October 6, 2008 at his residence. He is preceded in death by his parents John Ed and Virgie Jenkins; sisters Marvie Smith and Nannie Mae Smith; and grandson Jason Yates. Roger is survived by his wife of 53 years Alberta Jenkins; children Carolyn Sue Hillje, Roger Jenkins, Jr., wife Cheri, Donna Jenkins, Geary Jenkins, wife Sharon, Sherry Towe, husband Steve, and Kimberly Jenkins; 11 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; 6 brothers; 2 sisters; numerous nieces, nephews and other family and friends, including his dog Pacino. He was a wonderful husband, father, and papaw and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. A funeral service will be held 10:00AM Friday October 10, 2008 at Newcomer Funeral Home, 4104 Needmore Rd. Family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00PM Thursday October 9, 2008 at the funeral home.