Robert "Bobby" Jenkins

Robert "Bobby" Ray Jenkins, age 90, of Star, passed away on March 28, 2026, at FirstHealth Hospice House.

Bobby was born on January 25, 1936, in Pekin, NC to the late James Carson and Annie Ruth Jenkins. Prior to his retirement, he served as the crew chief/chief mechanic for Jim Fitzgerald in SCCA racing, was the service manager at Brookshire Motors, and in 1979 began working for himself as the owner/operator of BJ&Sons Motor Company in Star, specializing in the repair and restoration of British automobiles. Bob always had a knack for tinkering with things, even if they weren’t broken. In his later years, he enjoyed fishing, watching NC State basketball, and picking on a guitar.

In addition to his parents, Bobby was preceded in death by his faithful wife of 67 years, Edna Dawkins Jenkins, sons Christopher Lee and James Ray, sister Maxine McDonald, and brothers Larry and Darrell Jenkins.

He is survived by his son Bryan (Belverly), grandchildren BJ (Diana), Joshua, Noah, Maddison (Shad), great-grandchildren Briana and Ryan, sisters Irene Frame (Sonny), Pam Jones (Jesse), and brother Roger Jenkins (Sue).

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to FirstHealth Hospice Foundation, 150 Applecross Road, Pinehurst, NC 28374 or Flint Hill Christian Church of Biscoe.

A graveside service will be held on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at 2:00 pm at West End Cemetery with Rev. Tim Simmons officiating. The family will receive friends prior to the service at Phillips Funeral Home from 12:00-1:00 pm.

Online condolences may be left at www.phillipsfh.com.

The Jenkins family is being served by Phillips Funeral Home in Star.