Ssg. Phillip C. Jenkins, 26, of Decatur, Ind., died Sept. 7 at Balad, Iraq, of wounds suffered in a shooting incident in Salah ad-Din province. He was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Stryker Advise and Assist Brigade, 25th Infantry Division, Schofield Barracks, Hawaii. Survivors include his wife Melissa L. Jenkins of Wahiawa, Hawaii; two daughters Lindly M. Stuckey and Piper C. Jenkins both of Wahiawa, Hawaii; his mother Rose M. Jenkins of Decatur; mother-in-law Debby Feurer of Gahanna, OH; father-in-law Mike Hays of Louisville, KY; sister Cassie K. Jenkins of Decatur; two brother-in-laws Matt Hays and Nick Hays both of Louisville, KY; paternal grandmother Darlene Carlile of Warsaw, IN. Preceding Phillip in death are grandparents Gordon & Betty Hauter and Roy Carlile.
Phillip Chad Jenkins
in the U.S., Casualties From Iraq and Afghanistan Conflicts, 2001-2012
Name: Phillip Chad Jenkins
Rank: SSG
Service: Army
Pay Grade: E05
Occupation Code: 11B
Occupation: Infantryman
Unit: COMPANY B, 1ST BN, 27TH IN REGT, 2D STRYKER AAB, SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, HI
Incident Date: 7 Sep 2010
Incident Place: Iraq
Death Date: 7 Sep 2010
Death Place: Balad, Iraq
Cause of Death: Hostile
Age: 26
Birth Year: abt 1984
Gender: Male
Race: White
Home Town: Decatur, Multiple, Indiana, USA
Conflict: Operation New Dawn
Monroe Street - in many places shoulder-to-shoulder - to pay
their final respects to the fallen soldier as the hearse carrying
his body rolled past on its way to the cemetery. Many carried
American flags and signs which read "Thank you, Sgt.
Jenkins."
Public viewing of Sgt. Jenkins' flag-draped casket began at
10 a.m. on Saturday, and for the next three-plus hours a
steady line of mourners filed past to pay their respects. As
time for the services drew near, a reverent hush fell over the
theatre.
Speaking at the funeral was Lt. General Curt Stein,
commanding general of the U.S. Army's tank and automotive
division based in Warren, Mich. Stein said he was pleased to
be present "on behalf of the people of the United States of
America to honor, recognize and remember Sgt. Phillip
Jenkins, who gave his life for America." "Today, words are
feeble," said Stein. "Sgt. Jenkins will never be forgotten, and
we mourn his loss. Sgt. Jenkins was a soldier's soldier who
made the ultimate sacrifice so that others could live in a
country that is free." Stein said Jenkins "accepted the burden
of defending freedom; he understood that freedoms are not
free. Its soldiers like Sgt. Jenkins who go into harm's way for
the betterment of others." The general, who himself recently
returned from a tour of duty in Iraq, spoke directly to Jenkins'
family and friends when he said, "No human words can fix the
hurt. Your pain anchors this country to its past, its present
and its future. It is the thread that binds together the heart
and soul of America's character." To all those in attendance,
Stein said, "It's clear that Phillip cared deeply about his
soldiers, his family, his community and his country. Phillip
loved all of you." Following his remarks, Stein presented The
Bronze Star Medal "for meritorious service" and the Purple
Heart Award "for wounds received in action" to Jenkins'
widow, Melissa, on behalf of Secretary of the Army John
McHugh. Bagpipes then played "Amazing Grace" on the
theatre stage while uniformed members of the military filed
past the casket three-by-three for a final salute to their fallen
comrade. Outside Bellmont High School, some 100 members
of the Patriot Guard, a group comprised primarily of
motorcycle-riding military veterans from northeast Indiana,
lined the sidewalks holding large American flags in a sign of
respect for Sgt. Jenkins. Gen. Stein personally greeted many
of the motorcyclists prior to the funeral services. "This is truly
a sad day but it's great to see all these great patriots here,"
Stein said. Members of the Patriot Guard would later ride their
motorcycles down Monroe Street, following the hearse on its
way to the cemetery.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, Indiana
September 20, 2010
**
Staff Sergeant Phillip Chad Jenkins, 26 formerly of Decatur,
Indiana, living in Wahiawa, Hawaii was killed in action on
September 7, 2010 in Iraq. He was born on September 27,
1983 in Decatur, Indiana to David A. Jenkins and Rose M.
(Hauter) Jenkins. On July 21, 2008 Phillip married Melissa L.
Hays.
Staff Sergeant Jenkins was a member of the Eagles Lodge
#2653 in Decatur, the Warsaw V.F.W. and American Legion.
He was with the Bravo Company, 1st Battalion, 27th Infantry
Regiment, Second Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 25th
Infantry Division. He was a 2002 Bellmont High School
graduate.
Survivors include his wife Melissa L. Jenkins of Wahiawa,
Hawaii; two daughters Lindly M. Stuckey and Piper C. Jenkins
both of Wahiawa, Hawaii; his mother Rose M. Jenkins of
Decatur; mother-in-law Debby Feurer of Gahanna, OH; father-
in-law Mike Hays of Louisville, KY; sister Cassie K. Jenkins of
Decatur; two brother-in-laws Matt Hays and Nick Hays both of
Louisville, KY; paternal grandmother Darlene Carlile of
Warsaw, IN. Preceding Phillip in death are grandparents
Gordon & Betty Hauter and Roy Carlile.
Public visitation will be from 10:00 – 2:00 p.m. on Saturday,
September 18, 2010 at Bellmont High School 1000 North
Adams Dr., Decatur, IN. Funeral services will be held following
the visitation at 2:00 p.m. A private burial will take place at
Decatur Cemetery. The funeral procession will be leaving
Bellmont High School following the service. Any members of
the community wishing to show their support are asked to
line the sidewalks along Monroe St., starting at Limberlost
Trail in Stratton Addition to 13th St. (U.S. Hwy 27).
Memorials may be made to 27th Infantry Regiment
Association Historical Society in Hawaii.
Haggard-Sefton & Hirschy Funeral Home, Adams County,
Indiana
September 8, 2010
Phillip Chad Jenkins
in the U.S., Casualties From Iraq and Afghanistan Conflicts, 2001-2012
Name: Phillip Chad Jenkins
Rank: SSG
Service: Army
Pay Grade: E05
Occupation Code: 11B
Occupation: Infantryman
Unit: COMPANY B, 1ST BN, 27TH IN REGT, 2D STRYKER AAB, SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, HI
Incident Date: 7 Sep 2010
Incident Place: Iraq
Death Date: 7 Sep 2010
Death Place: Balad, Iraq
Cause of Death: Hostile
Age: 26
Birth Year: abt 1984
Gender: Male
Race: White
Home Town: Decatur, Multiple, Indiana, USA
Conflict: Operation New Dawn
Monroe Street - in many places shoulder-to-shoulder - to pay
their final respects to the fallen soldier as the hearse carrying
his body rolled past on its way to the cemetery. Many carried
American flags and signs which read "Thank you, Sgt.
Jenkins."
Public viewing of Sgt. Jenkins' flag-draped casket began at
10 a.m. on Saturday, and for the next three-plus hours a
steady line of mourners filed past to pay their respects. As
time for the services drew near, a reverent hush fell over the
theatre.
Speaking at the funeral was Lt. General Curt Stein,
commanding general of the U.S. Army's tank and automotive
division based in Warren, Mich. Stein said he was pleased to
be present "on behalf of the people of the United States of
America to honor, recognize and remember Sgt. Phillip
Jenkins, who gave his life for America." "Today, words are
feeble," said Stein. "Sgt. Jenkins will never be forgotten, and
we mourn his loss. Sgt. Jenkins was a soldier's soldier who
made the ultimate sacrifice so that others could live in a
country that is free." Stein said Jenkins "accepted the burden
of defending freedom; he understood that freedoms are not
free. Its soldiers like Sgt. Jenkins who go into harm's way for
the betterment of others." The general, who himself recently
returned from a tour of duty in Iraq, spoke directly to Jenkins'
family and friends when he said, "No human words can fix the
hurt. Your pain anchors this country to its past, its present
and its future. It is the thread that binds together the heart
and soul of America's character." To all those in attendance,
Stein said, "It's clear that Phillip cared deeply about his
soldiers, his family, his community and his country. Phillip
loved all of you." Following his remarks, Stein presented The
Bronze Star Medal "for meritorious service" and the Purple
Heart Award "for wounds received in action" to Jenkins'
widow, Melissa, on behalf of Secretary of the Army John
McHugh. Bagpipes then played "Amazing Grace" on the
theatre stage while uniformed members of the military filed
past the casket three-by-three for a final salute to their fallen
comrade. Outside Bellmont High School, some 100 members
of the Patriot Guard, a group comprised primarily of
motorcycle-riding military veterans from northeast Indiana,
lined the sidewalks holding large American flags in a sign of
respect for Sgt. Jenkins. Gen. Stein personally greeted many
of the motorcyclists prior to the funeral services. "This is truly
a sad day but it's great to see all these great patriots here,"
Stein said. Members of the Patriot Guard would later ride their
motorcycles down Monroe Street, following the hearse on its
way to the cemetery.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, Indiana
September 20, 2010
**
Staff Sergeant Phillip Chad Jenkins, 26 formerly of Decatur,
Indiana, living in Wahiawa, Hawaii was killed in action on
September 7, 2010 in Iraq. He was born on September 27,
1983 in Decatur, Indiana to David A. Jenkins and Rose M.
(Hauter) Jenkins. On July 21, 2008 Phillip married Melissa L.
Hays.
Staff Sergeant Jenkins was a member of the Eagles Lodge
#2653 in Decatur, the Warsaw V.F.W. and American Legion.
He was with the Bravo Company, 1st Battalion, 27th Infantry
Regiment, Second Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 25th
Infantry Division. He was a 2002 Bellmont High School
graduate.
Survivors include his wife Melissa L. Jenkins of Wahiawa,
Hawaii; two daughters Lindly M. Stuckey and Piper C. Jenkins
both of Wahiawa, Hawaii; his mother Rose M. Jenkins of
Decatur; mother-in-law Debby Feurer of Gahanna, OH; father-
in-law Mike Hays of Louisville, KY; sister Cassie K. Jenkins of
Decatur; two brother-in-laws Matt Hays and Nick Hays both of
Louisville, KY; paternal grandmother Darlene Carlile of
Warsaw, IN. Preceding Phillip in death are grandparents
Gordon & Betty Hauter and Roy Carlile.
Public visitation will be from 10:00 – 2:00 p.m. on Saturday,
September 18, 2010 at Bellmont High School 1000 North
Adams Dr., Decatur, IN. Funeral services will be held following
the visitation at 2:00 p.m. A private burial will take place at
Decatur Cemetery. The funeral procession will be leaving
Bellmont High School following the service. Any members of
the community wishing to show their support are asked to
line the sidewalks along Monroe St., starting at Limberlost
Trail in Stratton Addition to 13th St. (U.S. Hwy 27).
Memorials may be made to 27th Infantry Regiment
Association Historical Society in Hawaii.
Haggard-Sefton & Hirschy Funeral Home, Adams County,
Indiana
September 8, 2010
Ssg. Phillip C. Jenkins, 26, of Decatur, Ind., died Sept. 7 at Balad, Iraq, of wounds suffered in a shooting incident in Salah ad-Din province. He was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Stryker Advise and Assist Brigade, 25th Infantry Division, Schofield Barracks, Hawaii. Survivors include his wife Melissa L. Jenkins of Wahiawa, Hawaii; two daughters Lindly M. Stuckey and Piper C. Jenkins both of Wahiawa, Hawaii; his mother Rose M. Jenkins of Decatur; mother-in-law Debby Feurer of Gahanna, OH; father-in-law Mike Hays of Louisville, KY; sister Cassie K. Jenkins of Decatur; two brother-in-laws Matt Hays and Nick Hays both of Louisville, KY; paternal grandmother Darlene Carlile of Warsaw, IN. Preceding Phillip in death are grandparents Gordon & Betty Hauter and Roy Carlile.
Phillip Chad Jenkins
in the U.S., Casualties From Iraq and Afghanistan Conflicts, 2001-2012
Name: Phillip Chad Jenkins
Rank: SSG
Service: Army
Pay Grade: E05
Occupation Code: 11B
Occupation: Infantryman
Unit: COMPANY B, 1ST BN, 27TH IN REGT, 2D STRYKER AAB, SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, HI
Incident Date: 7 Sep 2010
Incident Place: Iraq
Death Date: 7 Sep 2010
Death Place: Balad, Iraq
Cause of Death: Hostile
Age: 26
Birth Year: abt 1984
Gender: Male
Race: White
Home Town: Decatur, Multiple, Indiana, USA
Conflict: Operation New Dawn
Monroe Street - in many places shoulder-to-shoulder - to pay
their final respects to the fallen soldier as the hearse carrying
his body rolled past on its way to the cemetery. Many carried
American flags and signs which read "Thank you, Sgt.
Jenkins."
Public viewing of Sgt. Jenkins' flag-draped casket began at
10 a.m. on Saturday, and for the next three-plus hours a
steady line of mourners filed past to pay their respects. As
time for the services drew near, a reverent hush fell over the
theatre.
Speaking at the funeral was Lt. General Curt Stein,
commanding general of the U.S. Army's tank and automotive
division based in Warren, Mich. Stein said he was pleased to
be present "on behalf of the people of the United States of
America to honor, recognize and remember Sgt. Phillip
Jenkins, who gave his life for America." "Today, words are
feeble," said Stein. "Sgt. Jenkins will never be forgotten, and
we mourn his loss. Sgt. Jenkins was a soldier's soldier who
made the ultimate sacrifice so that others could live in a
country that is free." Stein said Jenkins "accepted the burden
of defending freedom; he understood that freedoms are not
free. Its soldiers like Sgt. Jenkins who go into harm's way for
the betterment of others." The general, who himself recently
returned from a tour of duty in Iraq, spoke directly to Jenkins'
family and friends when he said, "No human words can fix the
hurt. Your pain anchors this country to its past, its present
and its future. It is the thread that binds together the heart
and soul of America's character." To all those in attendance,
Stein said, "It's clear that Phillip cared deeply about his
soldiers, his family, his community and his country. Phillip
loved all of you." Following his remarks, Stein presented The
Bronze Star Medal "for meritorious service" and the Purple
Heart Award "for wounds received in action" to Jenkins'
widow, Melissa, on behalf of Secretary of the Army John
McHugh. Bagpipes then played "Amazing Grace" on the
theatre stage while uniformed members of the military filed
past the casket three-by-three for a final salute to their fallen
comrade. Outside Bellmont High School, some 100 members
of the Patriot Guard, a group comprised primarily of
motorcycle-riding military veterans from northeast Indiana,
lined the sidewalks holding large American flags in a sign of
respect for Sgt. Jenkins. Gen. Stein personally greeted many
of the motorcyclists prior to the funeral services. "This is truly
a sad day but it's great to see all these great patriots here,"
Stein said. Members of the Patriot Guard would later ride their
motorcycles down Monroe Street, following the hearse on its
way to the cemetery.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, Indiana
September 20, 2010
**
Staff Sergeant Phillip Chad Jenkins, 26 formerly of Decatur,
Indiana, living in Wahiawa, Hawaii was killed in action on
September 7, 2010 in Iraq. He was born on September 27,
1983 in Decatur, Indiana to David A. Jenkins and Rose M.
(Hauter) Jenkins. On July 21, 2008 Phillip married Melissa L.
Hays.
Staff Sergeant Jenkins was a member of the Eagles Lodge
#2653 in Decatur, the Warsaw V.F.W. and American Legion.
He was with the Bravo Company, 1st Battalion, 27th Infantry
Regiment, Second Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 25th
Infantry Division. He was a 2002 Bellmont High School
graduate.
Survivors include his wife Melissa L. Jenkins of Wahiawa,
Hawaii; two daughters Lindly M. Stuckey and Piper C. Jenkins
both of Wahiawa, Hawaii; his mother Rose M. Jenkins of
Decatur; mother-in-law Debby Feurer of Gahanna, OH; father-
in-law Mike Hays of Louisville, KY; sister Cassie K. Jenkins of
Decatur; two brother-in-laws Matt Hays and Nick Hays both of
Louisville, KY; paternal grandmother Darlene Carlile of
Warsaw, IN. Preceding Phillip in death are grandparents
Gordon & Betty Hauter and Roy Carlile.
Public visitation will be from 10:00 – 2:00 p.m. on Saturday,
September 18, 2010 at Bellmont High School 1000 North
Adams Dr., Decatur, IN. Funeral services will be held following
the visitation at 2:00 p.m. A private burial will take place at
Decatur Cemetery. The funeral procession will be leaving
Bellmont High School following the service. Any members of
the community wishing to show their support are asked to
line the sidewalks along Monroe St., starting at Limberlost
Trail in Stratton Addition to 13th St. (U.S. Hwy 27).
Memorials may be made to 27th Infantry Regiment
Association Historical Society in Hawaii.
Haggard-Sefton & Hirschy Funeral Home, Adams County,
Indiana
September 8, 2010
Phillip Chad Jenkins
in the U.S., Casualties From Iraq and Afghanistan Conflicts, 2001-2012
Name: Phillip Chad Jenkins
Rank: SSG
Service: Army
Pay Grade: E05
Occupation Code: 11B
Occupation: Infantryman
Unit: COMPANY B, 1ST BN, 27TH IN REGT, 2D STRYKER AAB, SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, HI
Incident Date: 7 Sep 2010
Incident Place: Iraq
Death Date: 7 Sep 2010
Death Place: Balad, Iraq
Cause of Death: Hostile
Age: 26
Birth Year: abt 1984
Gender: Male
Race: White
Home Town: Decatur, Multiple, Indiana, USA
Conflict: Operation New Dawn
Monroe Street - in many places shoulder-to-shoulder - to pay
their final respects to the fallen soldier as the hearse carrying
his body rolled past on its way to the cemetery. Many carried
American flags and signs which read "Thank you, Sgt.
Jenkins."
Public viewing of Sgt. Jenkins' flag-draped casket began at
10 a.m. on Saturday, and for the next three-plus hours a
steady line of mourners filed past to pay their respects. As
time for the services drew near, a reverent hush fell over the
theatre.
Speaking at the funeral was Lt. General Curt Stein,
commanding general of the U.S. Army's tank and automotive
division based in Warren, Mich. Stein said he was pleased to
be present "on behalf of the people of the United States of
America to honor, recognize and remember Sgt. Phillip
Jenkins, who gave his life for America." "Today, words are
feeble," said Stein. "Sgt. Jenkins will never be forgotten, and
we mourn his loss. Sgt. Jenkins was a soldier's soldier who
made the ultimate sacrifice so that others could live in a
country that is free." Stein said Jenkins "accepted the burden
of defending freedom; he understood that freedoms are not
free. Its soldiers like Sgt. Jenkins who go into harm's way for
the betterment of others." The general, who himself recently
returned from a tour of duty in Iraq, spoke directly to Jenkins'
family and friends when he said, "No human words can fix the
hurt. Your pain anchors this country to its past, its present
and its future. It is the thread that binds together the heart
and soul of America's character." To all those in attendance,
Stein said, "It's clear that Phillip cared deeply about his
soldiers, his family, his community and his country. Phillip
loved all of you." Following his remarks, Stein presented The
Bronze Star Medal "for meritorious service" and the Purple
Heart Award "for wounds received in action" to Jenkins'
widow, Melissa, on behalf of Secretary of the Army John
McHugh. Bagpipes then played "Amazing Grace" on the
theatre stage while uniformed members of the military filed
past the casket three-by-three for a final salute to their fallen
comrade. Outside Bellmont High School, some 100 members
of the Patriot Guard, a group comprised primarily of
motorcycle-riding military veterans from northeast Indiana,
lined the sidewalks holding large American flags in a sign of
respect for Sgt. Jenkins. Gen. Stein personally greeted many
of the motorcyclists prior to the funeral services. "This is truly
a sad day but it's great to see all these great patriots here,"
Stein said. Members of the Patriot Guard would later ride their
motorcycles down Monroe Street, following the hearse on its
way to the cemetery.
Decatur Daily Democrat, Adams County, Indiana
September 20, 2010
**
Staff Sergeant Phillip Chad Jenkins, 26 formerly of Decatur,
Indiana, living in Wahiawa, Hawaii was killed in action on
September 7, 2010 in Iraq. He was born on September 27,
1983 in Decatur, Indiana to David A. Jenkins and Rose M.
(Hauter) Jenkins. On July 21, 2008 Phillip married Melissa L.
Hays.
Staff Sergeant Jenkins was a member of the Eagles Lodge
#2653 in Decatur, the Warsaw V.F.W. and American Legion.
He was with the Bravo Company, 1st Battalion, 27th Infantry
Regiment, Second Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 25th
Infantry Division. He was a 2002 Bellmont High School
graduate.
Survivors include his wife Melissa L. Jenkins of Wahiawa,
Hawaii; two daughters Lindly M. Stuckey and Piper C. Jenkins
both of Wahiawa, Hawaii; his mother Rose M. Jenkins of
Decatur; mother-in-law Debby Feurer of Gahanna, OH; father-
in-law Mike Hays of Louisville, KY; sister Cassie K. Jenkins of
Decatur; two brother-in-laws Matt Hays and Nick Hays both of
Louisville, KY; paternal grandmother Darlene Carlile of
Warsaw, IN. Preceding Phillip in death are grandparents
Gordon & Betty Hauter and Roy Carlile.
Public visitation will be from 10:00 – 2:00 p.m. on Saturday,
September 18, 2010 at Bellmont High School 1000 North
Adams Dr., Decatur, IN. Funeral services will be held following
the visitation at 2:00 p.m. A private burial will take place at
Decatur Cemetery. The funeral procession will be leaving
Bellmont High School following the service. Any members of
the community wishing to show their support are asked to
line the sidewalks along Monroe St., starting at Limberlost
Trail in Stratton Addition to 13th St. (U.S. Hwy 27).
Memorials may be made to 27th Infantry Regiment
Association Historical Society in Hawaii.
Haggard-Sefton & Hirschy Funeral Home, Adams County,
Indiana
September 8, 2010
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