Bernice Sutton Jenkins

Bernice Jenkins, 95, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and talented seamstress, passed away on October 3, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion to her family. Born on January 7, 1930 in Calhoun County, Mississippi, Bernice was known for her exceptional skills as a seamstress and her unwavering commitment to her home and family. She cherished the simple pleasures of life and took great joy in sewing, often creating beautiful pieces that reflected her nurturing spirit.Bernice was a devoted homemaker who poured her heart into caring for her family. She treasured the time spent with her daughters-Patsy Lynn (Howard) Jones, Phyllis Bain, Betty Sue (Michael) Rogers, and Renee Aline (Joe) Ragon-and her beloved grandchildren. Her legacy lives on in the hearts of her grandchildren: Jennifer (Kevin) Bowling, Joshua (Carol) Bain, Julie Bain, Elisabeth (Luke) Labyer, Stephen (Abbie) Rogers, Benjamin (Mary) Rogers, Caleb (Margaret) Rogers, Will (Casey) Jenkins, Kate Jenkins, John (Brittney) Ragon, Leslie (Stephen) Moten, and Paul (Eva) Ragon. Her brother, Larry Sutton, also survives her.A reflection of Bernice's life will be held at the Funeral Service on October 4, 2025, at 3:00 PM at the Parker Memorial Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Mike Rogers officiating . Friends and family are invited to gather to honor and celebrate her remarkable life. A public viewing will be available on October 5, 2025, from 1:00 PM at Parker Memorial Funeral Home. Following the service, Bernice will be laid to rest in Bruce, Mississippi, at 3:00 PM, where family and friends will gather to say their final goodbyes.In this time of remembrance, let us hold dear the memories of Bernice's warmth, her artistry, and the unyielding love she showed to those around her. She will be profoundly missed, but her spirit will live on in the hearts of her loved ones.Bernice was preceded in death by her husband, Rupert Jenkins, father, Hubert Sutton, mother, Carrie Kelley Sutton, brothers , R.V. Sutton, Clarence Sutton, Roger Sutton, sister, Leona Sullivan, daughter, Rebecca Joan Jenkins, and her sons, Bro. Ronald Allen Jenkins , and Dr. Richard Anthony Jenkins.

Parker Memorial Funeral Home is honored to be of service to the Jenkins family during this difficult time.