Mr. Melvin Wayne Jenkins, 82, of Calvert City, KY, passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025 at Marshall County Hospital.

His younger years were spent fishing and hunting in Rochester, Kentucky. Wayne married his bride of 60 years Linda Peterson Jenkins on July 12, 1965. Wayne commercial fished the area lakes and rivers for over 58 years. He loved fishing and hunting.

Wayne loved the Lord and if you ever had a conversation with him, it would always lead to talking about the Bible. Wayne and Linda raised their two children, Wayne Allan Jenkins and Jeanette Davis Jenkins in Calvert City.

Preceding him in death are his parents, Melvin E. and Hazel Jenkins and many aunts and uncles.

Those left to cherish many wonderful memories include his loving wife of 60 years, Mrs. Linda Jenkins of Calvert City, KY; a son, Wayne Jenkins (Johnna) of Calvert City, KY; a daughter, Jeanette Jenkins Davis of Calvert City, KY; four precious grandchildren, Shelby Swatzell, Coy Swatzell, Evan Jenkins and Brittney Jenkins Germany; three beautiful great grandchildren, Samuel Dustin Hughes, Kaylee Jo Hughes and Madeline Rose Hughes. Also surviving is a brother, Gary Jenkins of Bowling Green, KY; a sister, Kathy Jenkins Phelps (Robert) of Calvert City, KY; along with many nieces, great nieces, nephews and great nephews. Wayne loved his family and his face would light up when he talked about them.

His celebration of life will take place at Abundant Life Worship Center, 511 Kentucky 95, Calvert City, KY on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 6 pm.

His family welcomes visitors on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 from 4 pm until 6 pm at the church.

Brother Lynn McWherter, along with friends and family will officiate. All friends and family are invited to come to support the family and show them your love.

Imes Funeral Home is entrusted with caring for his family.