Lou Johnson Jenkins, 76, of Houston died Saturday, March 8, 2008 at her resident in Houston.
Memorial services will be 2:00 PM Saturday, March 15, 2008 at Broussard’s in Nederland with Rev. Bennie Patillo officiating. Graveside services will take place at Houston National Cemetery on Monday, March 17, 2008 under the direction of Broussard’s in Nederland.
Lou was born in Port Arthur July 12, 1931 and graduated from Stephen F. Austin High School in 1950. She played basketball and softball in school and was a gifted athlete excelling in just about anything she competed in. She enjoyed hunting, golfing, bowling, fishing, and fast-pitch softball where she was revered by woman and man when she stepped on the hill.
Lou was preceded in death by her husband, Lee Jenkins, her mom and dad, Laura Elizabeth and Byron Lindsey Johnson Sr. and her brother, Byron (Sonny) Johnson. She is survived by her son Mark Jenkins and his wife Sarah of Houston; her twin brother Robert L. “Bobby” Johnson Sr. of Port Neches; her grandchildren, Krista Jenkins, and Aaron Dale Robinson both of Houston; her great grandchild, Laney K. Robinson of Houston. Also her companion, Schnitz her faithful dog.
Memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society.
