Eileen M. Jenkins, 89

Eileen M. Jenkins passed on Jan. 30, 2013, at home. She was born April 21, 1923, to Henry and Margaret Lindgren in Biggar, Saskatchewan, Canada. She was the youngest of six brothers and sisters.

Eileen married Howard M. Jenkins on July 24, 1941, and started their married life in Kimberley, B.C. In 1953 they moved to Eastport where they owned and operated a business for 30 years. They retired to Coeur d'Alene in 1983 to be closer to family.

She leaves one daughter, Lynn Florea (Emmett); one son, Ken Jenkins (Julie); as well as four grandchildren, Michelle Florea, Chris, Laura and Robby Jenkins; and great-granddaughter Erin Carton.

Eileen spent her energies staying current in politics and involved with her family. She was an accomplished artist in her later life drawing many pictures and cards for friends and family. She loved knitting and donated her many projects to various charities. She was a benefactor to the Wildlife fund, Unicef and innumerable local charities. Eileen was preceded in death by her husband and all of her siblings.

Mom was a delight to be around and there isn't a day go by that we don't appreciate your spirit, guidance, sunny disposition and love. Your faith in humankind was unmatched.

A gathering is planned for friends and family for their wedding anniversary in July 2013. Visit Eileen's online memorial at www.englishfuneralchapel.com.