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“Monroe hero, Woodrow Jenkins, exchanges his cross for a crown after a century”

April 15, 2021April 19, 2021 Free PressCommunity News, Deaths

With long life will I satisfy him, and shew him my salvation.” Psalms 91:16 (KJV) Monroe – A Celebration of Life for Woodrow Jenkins will be held on Saturday, April 17, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at the Liberty Hill Baptist…

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“Happy Centennial Birthday to Mr. Woodrow Jenkins! 100 and still going strong!”

November 5, 2020November 5, 2020 Free PressCommunity News

Happy Centennial Birthday to Mr. Woodrow Jenkins– one of Monroe’s longtime residents and business owners. Hallelujah, congratulations and all of the other kudos to you, Mr. Jenkins! You’ve hit the BIG ONE: 100 Years Young and still going strong! What…

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Happy 99th, Mr. Woodrow Jenkins & many more!

October 31, 2019 Free PressSubmissions

With long life will I satisfy him, and shew him my salvation. Psalms 91:16 (KJV) Yes God in His goodness continues to bless Woodrow Jenkins with longevity among so many other blessings! We acknowledge this as we shower him with…

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