Larry Milton Jenkins

April 8, 1941 - December 31, 2020

Mr. Larry Milton Jenkins, age 79, of Bloomington, Indiana, formerly of Jackson County, Indiana
passed away, Thursday, December 31, 2020.
Larry was born in Bedford, Indiana, the son of the late Milton and Lillian Chambers Jenkins. He
spent most of his early years in Norman, Indiana.
On September 4, 1979, Larry married the love of his life, Sharon Brewer Jenkins. Together, they
owned LaSha’s jewelry store in Nashville, Indiana, a community they considered a second
family. Larry was a very skilled designer and craftsman, and he thoroughly enjoyed creating and
making special keepsake jewelry.
Larry loved his country and served in the United States Navy on a submarine.
He is survived by his wife Sharon, his sister Bonnie Jenkins Boas, cousins, nieces, and nephews
as well as sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law.
He is preceded in death by his parents and stepmother Vera, brother Alan Jenkins, sister Sharon
Jenkins Nelson and his niece Beth Nelson.
A private funeral service will be held at Voss and Sons Funeral Service on Tuesday, January 5,
2021. A military flag and taps presentation will follow the service to honor Larry’s years of
service and dedication to our country. Burial will follow at Riverview Cemetery.
The family appreciates all prayers and expressions of concern. Larry was loved and will be
sorely missed.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to The Wounded Warrior Project Family.

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I have only just learned of Larry’s passing, news I am so very sorry to hear. It was always a joy to visit with him and Sharon in their shop and I have many pieces of beautiful jewelry and lovely memories as a result. Deepest condolences to his family and all who loved him. Martha of Bloomington

We have been visiting Nashville In. for many years. The trip was never complete without stopping by to see Larry and Sharon. We have purchased many special gifts at LaSha's. Our prayers go out to Sharon and family. Mike and Peggy Lutz

I am so sorry to hear of Larry's passing. I loved to stop by the shop to see his beautiful jewelry & pass the time in fun talks. I have a lovely landscape agate pendant that has been worn since the day I got it and will cherish even more now. Sending love & prayers to his family.

As so many have mentioned, Larry had an infectious smile and such a great laugh! He had so many wonderful stories he kept me entertained on many a day at LaSha's. His tales of growing up on the farm and some of his escapades were delightful. The time he and Sharon lived in Europe was so interesting as well. He will be missed by so many, including the customers that come back to the shop year after year to add to their jewelry collections and say "Hello." I will miss him so very much. My condolences to Sharon and the family.. Eleanor Beale

Larry will always hold a place in my heart. He and Sharon had this sweet kind spirit about them. I will miss his humor and his smile and his kind sweetheart. I wear today a piece of jewelry that came from his jewelry shop in his honor. Larry had great craftsmanship and design expertise. Miss you my dear sweet friend.

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Larry was always smiling, when we would see him as we walked around town. I also enjoyed going into his shop and admiring the beautiful jewelry that Larry and Sharon designed. Larry was always friendly and always enjoyed talking to the visitors here in town. Larry will be remembered forever, especially for his smile. We will miss him... Love and blessings to Sharon and the family, from Joyce and Frank

Larry was one of the finest men Ron and I have ever known. I loved his jewelry, treasured every piece I saw or owned and gave it to my daughters every year so that they would have a piece of his artistic talent. But it was as a man and a friend that we thought he was the greatest artist. he lived a life that was worth living.

Larry was an incredible jewelry designer. I will also treasure the pieces I have. I will miss help so much. I loved his stories and his humor. He will be greatly missed by anyone who knew him. My thoughts and prayers to Sharon and their family.

Larry was a wonderful man. He was always smiling. He was very talented in his jewelry designing and creating such beautiful pieces. I will miss him. My sincere condolences to Sharon and family. Love, Anita Inman

We will always remember Larry as a kind, helpful and good-humored man and friend! His smile was infectious and he could light up a room (with jokes and stories as only Larry can tell them!!) He was so passionate and gifted about his work and jewelry making and I will treasure the pieces I have forever. He will be missed. Our deepest sympathy to Sharon and family. Love, Keith and Andrea Baker

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