Kendall Maurice "Black" Jenkins, 59, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, October 4, 2018 at Palmetto Health Tuomey, born June 18, 1959 in Sumter County, he was the son of the late Emma J. Ormond and Bernie L. Ormond.

He attended the public schools of Sumter County. After graduating from Sumter High School in 1977 he enlisted in the U.S. Navy. After the Navy he worked as a grounds-keeper for many years and enjoyed his ability to know how to keep his plants and flowers thriving. He was also a marvelous cook and his passion was omelets. He recently was awarded a certificate as a sous chef of which he was most proud.

He was a past member of Second Presbyterian Church where he was member of Boy Scout Troop 231.

He had a  big personality which matched his smile, sharp wit and his realness. His life spoke for itself. He lived it to the fullest. He loved his family. His nieces and nephews were always a joy to him.

Those who remain to cherish his memory are his sister, Deborah (Cornell) Picou of Dalzell, SC; brothers, Bernie D. Ormond of Columbia, Nigel (Jessica) Jenkins of Bowie, MD, nieces, Gajarah Picou, Lavonya Ormond, Madison Jenkins, and Safiara States; nephews, Mubarak Picou, Lavondre' Ormond and Robert Jenkins; a host of other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Samuel E. James; nephews, Nigel L. Jenkins Jr. and Justin Warren Jenkins.

Public Viewing will be held on Friday, October 12, 2018 from 2-6pm at Job's Mortuary.

Mr. Jenkins will be placed in the church on Saturday, October 13, 2018 at 1pm for viewing until the hour of service.

Funeral Services will be held at 2pm on Saturday, October 13, 2018 at Second Presbyterian USA Church 1125 Old Pocalla Road, Sumter, SC with Pastor Carnell Hampton, Officiating

Interment will follow in Hillside Memorial Park.

Family will receive friends at the home of his sister, Deborah Picou 2420 Autumn Terrace, Dalzell, SC.