Edwin Hamilton “Ted” Jenks, age 99 years old, died on April 28, 2022, in his home at Erroll Estate, in Apopka, FL.
The son of Leland H. Jenks and Elizabeth Plank Jenks, he was born on Oct. 20, 1922 in a taxi cab enroute to the hospital in CT.
A World War II veteran, Jenks served as a pilot in the US Navy in Brazil from 1942-1945. A graduate of Gould Academy in Bethel ME, he attended Dartmouth College prior to enlisting in the US Navy.
Jenks worked in the wool trade in Boston, then became a commodity futures broker, originally trading in wool in Boston and later in citrus and beef in Florida.
An avid golfer and tennis player, Jenks was a member of the former Erroll Estate Country Club, and Maitland Tennis Club, and a patron of local charities.
An accomplished pianist, he enjoyed a lifetime of birdwatching and watercolor painting.
Jenks is preceded in death by his parents, his sister Margaret Worthman, his first wife Nancy Arnold and son, Glenn Arnold Jenks. He is succeeded by his wife Donna, his daughter, Abbie Jenks, grandsons, Colin (Scott Jarrett) and Ben Mew (Chelsea Young), great-granddaughter, Linnea Rose Mew Young and daughter-in-law Faith Getchell; step children, Steve Baum (Anne), Marcia Levy (Bobby), Ann Panepinto, John Baum (Jodi), seven step grandchildren and five great step grandchildren.
A memorial service on May 12 at 11 am at St. Francis of Assisi church in Apopka.
Arrangements being made by Loomis Funeral Home in Apopka, FL. In lieu of flowers, please donate to a charity of choice.
Service
Memorial Service
St Francis of Assisi Catholic Church
834 S Orange Blossom Trail, Apopka, FL 32703
May 12, 2022
11:00am
This heritage started 67 years ago with Pastor Herbert F. Loomis, who founded the First Baptist Church of Daytona Beach, Florida, in 1934. In 1938 Francis E. Loomis, son of Pastor Herbert F. Loomis, received his license to practice Mortuary Science and in 1941 established Loomis Funeral Home of Winter Garden, FL. 
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Denise and Chet Dean says
Love Mr Teds ,wonderful stories will miss him. May god bless his family and friends. Rest In Peace.
Robert (Bob) Coleman says
Ted was a co-worker and friend for twenty years, until we both retired. Saw him for lunch after retirement. Always had a smile and a warm hello. Can still hear his voice.
Marcia and Vince says
Ted became a beloved brother-in-law when he married Donna. He was a talented, witty, warm man who shared himself with all of us. He exuded joy and love of life. We treasure the times we spent together ❤️
Lois Stearly says
Ted was a great addition to our Weis clan. We played bridge, cruised, and shared many stories. Bill and I will miss him.
Ann Baum Panepinto says
Ted was a wise man and caring stepdad. He was sharp, fun and a great source of knowlege, from politics, to sports and even local current events. Who plays a baby grand piano and wins golf tournaments in their 90s!! He lived life of his terms💚