Kaye Faulkner Jenkins
July 18, 1953 ~ March 8, 2023
The celebration of Life for Kaye Faulkner Jenkins, 69, of Hughes Springs will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, March 12, 2023 at Reeder-Davis Chapel with Bro. Dean Grigsby officiating. Burial will follow at Hughes Springs Cemetery, under the direction of Reeder-Davis Funeral Home in Hughes Springs. There will be a time of visitation from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.
Linda Kaye Faulkner Jenkins passed away peacefully on March 8, 2023, in Hughes Springs, Texas surrounded by her family. The second child of Norman Dale and Jean Faulkner, Kaye was born in Hughes Springs on July 18, 1953.
Kaye grew up in Avinger, Texas, and attended Avinger schools, where she graduated in 1971 having formed many everlasting, loving friendships. After attending Kilgore College for two years, she worked at the First National Bank in Avinger for two years. Until retiring, she spent 36 years working at Lone Star Steel companies (T&N, Lone Star Steel, US Steel) where she also met many long-time friends.
Kaye was a devoted mother and grandmother who dedicated her life to her family. A doting grandmother, she loved nothing more than spending time with and spoiling her grandkids, nieces, and nephews. She was an incredibly kind and caring person who always put others before herself. Her warm smile, gentle nature, and kind heart will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Aside from her family, Kaye had a passion for gardening, animals, and the outdoors, which she enjoyed throughout her life. She could often be found out on the blacktop walking a dog or two (and sometimes even a cat). She bottle fed many calves that needed nursing back to health, and took pride in being able to call them in from the pasture. Kaye was an active member of her church and the community and made a positive impact on many lives.
Kaye was preceded in death by her father, Norman Dale Faulkner; her husband, Mike Jenkins; her sister-in-law, Diane Faulkner; and her son-in-law, John L. Willis.
She is survived by her mother and step-father, Jean and Don Pearson of Longview; son and daughter-in-law, Clark & Krystyl Turner of Hughes Springs; step-daughter, Sandra Willis of Hughes Springs; step-son and daughter-in-law, John & Llaura Jenkins of Longview; grandchildren Clark T. Turner, Coleman Turner, Caleb Turner, Nicole Willis, John K. Willis, Luke Jenkins, Mark Jenkins, and Matthew Jenkins; brother and sister-in-law, Randy & Doris Faulkner of Avinger, Texas; brother, David Faulkner of Diana, Texas; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends who will miss her dearly.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Wildflower Trails 5k fundraiser to re-plant the trees at Hughes Springs City Park. Donations can be made here: https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/TX/HughesSprings/2023WildflowerTrails5k or at Hughes Springs City Hall, 603 E. 1st St., Hughes Springs, TX 75656.
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so so sad to hear about this. we loved this lady so very much. Clark … you were so blessed with such a precious mama…. prayers
Such a sweet lady and a smile was always on her face
She was the smile that lit up English class, she laughed at every joke, she is beautiful and her life was a bright light for all of us who love her. Peace to the family
I am so saddened by this. Kaye was always such fun and cared deeply about others. I enjoyed working with her and all those family holidays. 💐??
We were so blessed to know Kaye through Clark’s and Josh’s baseball and football years. She was beautiful and extremely nice. Our love and prayers go out to her family.
I love you Ms. Kaye! You taught me so much! You will be missed
We are so sorry for your loss and you are all in our prayers. Kaye has been such a blessing to Don and Jean over the past 16 years and we are forever grateful for her loving kindness.
I worked with Ms. Kay at LSS/USS for many years. She was always so nice and great to work with.
I always tried to make Kaye laugh when I would have to call dispatch to get a permit for work at USSteel. She would make your day to hear her laugh. Sorry for the loss of a wonderful person of this world. Everyone will remember her laugh. God blessed us with her.
My Sincere Condolences And Prayers for The Family Of Kaye. I Worked With In The Specialty Tubing Department At Lone Star Steel. Never will Forget That Infectious Laughter
Dearest family, my deepest sympathy and prayers are with you at this time. Kaye was definitely a lady. I never knew her to have any unkind words to say. She will be missed by all.
Debbie Kelley
We are so sorry for your loss.
Prayers for the family.
Bro. Dennis & Donna Gibbons
Kaye was always the bright light wherever she went. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
I am a member of First Baptist Church in Avinger where Kaye’s mom is a member too! So I knew Jean and Don quit well! I am also a veteran and member of Post 351 American Legion in Hughes Springs where Mike was also a member! Once a year we always have our post Christmas party and everyone would bring a dish of food! Kaye’s food was always good! I enjoyed talking with her whenever I saw her anywhere! She was a very special and sweet person!
I'm so glad we stayed friends throughout or lives seeing each other occasionally. Your pictures show your commitment to family and friends and your love for them. I will miss you. Rest in peace…..Ruby Graves
Very sorry to here this ‘leaving this ol planet way too soon Kaye. ‘.will miss you my first cousin’.I know you are in a better place. ‘tell Uncle Mimi hey in heaven.
Cousin Greg
Dear Clark and family,
My heart goes out to you in this loss of a precious and beautiful Mama. I was always impressed at the special relationship you seemed to have with both your parents, which I believe is a great compliment to them both and of course, you.
And how hard it must be to have lost them both and so young! God bless you and that wonderful family you have. Do know that I am sending prayers up for you all during in this tough time. With love
Sorry for your loss. Praying for the family at this difficult time.
Dear Clark and family, Walter and I are so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Kay was such a dear sweet person. I always enjoyed visiting with her. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers as you have endured recent losses.
Remembering our fun times snow skiing. You were a good son to your parents! Much love’.