Russell Joseph Jenkins

Our deepest condolences to Bonnie and the family of Russ, he was a great friend and really a great all around person to be around. He along with Tom Downs helped my wife Laura and I move up to far Northern Wisconsin back in 2013 for which we are forever grateful. Russ was always good for a laugh at the Legion Post and great to talk to. He will be greatly missed! Rest easy Russ!!! Our Love to Bonnie and all of the Family, Bill and Laura Larson

Like many memories that I have of Uncle Russ, this starts out in similar fashion..."we were out fishing and then..!" Uncle Russ, Scott, and I were out fishing on a lake and we were especially successful that day, catching Bluegill at a good rate. At this point of the trip, we each had two rods out, leaving the boat a little crowded. Well, in almost simultaneous fashion, all three of us hooked into a fish at the same time! In the commotion of every thing, one of my poles was catapulted out of the boat and into the lake. As soon as we reeled our fish in, we attempted to catch the pole, now in the water, with deep dive baits and the like. With no luck and after several minutes, Uncle Russ gave me the nod, as it was time to pull anchor and head back in to shore. As we were pulling anchor, one of us noticed the line of the pole and the pole on the anchor. Uncle Russ immediately yelled "grab it, grab it"! Scott was able to get the pole in and off we went, with our fish and all our poles. After that incident, Uncle Russ bought each of us pipe insulation material to strap to our poles so they would float if something similar happened again. Uncle Russ was always very generous to my mom, brothers and me. He was a great example and I am a better person because of him. I truly appreciate the love he showed toward us over the years. I pray Aunt Bonnie, Craig, Lori and the family will be comforted during this time. With love, Travis

I would like to extend my heartfelt condolences to Bonnie and family. Over the past 25 years, I've had the pleasure of knowing Russ as my neighbor. I always appreciated his friendly waves and the interesting conversations on our street on a warm day. His smile is etched in my mind and he will be dearly missed in my heart. Sincerely, Audrey Jones.

I remember my first time meeting Russ. He was happy to see a younger Veteran join our American Legion in McFarland. He welcomed me with open arms. He grew up in Highland, Wisconsin not far from my hometown of Dodgeville. I remember a few years later we were holding elections for officers for the Legion and he pointed to me and then nominated me to be a Sergeant of Arms. He knew us younger Veterans would carry the torch. Years later when I became the commander he was always there, mentoring me, encouraging me to do great things. Russ was so involved in many community organizations. He was truly an inspiration to all of us. I am not God, but Russ would be the top of my list as angel! Rest in peace Sir! 🫡

We lost a "Good One!" Not only a Great Guy, but a Wonderful Human Being!! My sincerest condolences to family and friends. He will be Greatly Missed! Al Asche