Duane P. Jenkins

Duane P. Jenkins, 90, of Zanesville, died at 4:10 P.M. on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at Genesis Hospice Morrison-House. He was born April 29, 1936, in Zanesville, a son of the late Walter and Leona (Davis) Jenkins. Duane worked as a UPS delivery driver for 30 years. Following his retirement from UPS, he continued his dedication to serving others through his work with Bolin-Dierkes Funeral Home, where he was a valued employee for 20 years. He also worked with Burrell Funeral Services, continuing his many years of service to families in the Zanesville Community.

Duane had a lifelong love of stock car racing and enjoyed them as both a spectator and behind the wheel. He also enjoyed photography and boating. He was an animal lover, especially fond of dogs, and was known to bring home stray dogs he encountered along his UPS delivery route. His kindness and soft spot for animals were just a few of the qualities that made him special to those who knew him.

He is survived by his wife of thirty-three years, Evelyn (Gibson-Goins) Jenkins, whom he married April 3, 1993; six children, Shari (Kevin) Jenkins-Melick, Dana Jenkins, Marla Goins, Cheryl (Mark) Bowman, Steven Goins and Michael Goins; thirteen grandchildren; eighteen great grandchildren; and many beloved family members, his “Tusky Family” from Tuscarawas, Ohio.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Ronald Jenkins; and sister-in-law Sandy Jenkins.

Friends and family may call from 1:00-4:00 pm on Sunday, November 15, 2026, at the BOLIN-DIERKES FUNERAL HOME, 1271 BLUE AVENUE, ZANESVILLE where funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, November 16, 2026, with Chaplain Tim Patton officiating. He will be laid to rest at Duncan Falls Cemetery.

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