Edward Barnes “Barney” Jenks III
June 28, 1955 - January 12, 2026
Edward Barnes “Barney” Jenks III, age 70, of Dover, DE, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Monday, January 12, 2026.
Born in Wilmington, DE on June 28, 1955, he was son of the late Edward Barnes Jenks, Jr. and Doris Marie (Wilson) Pyle. Barney was a graduate of Newark High School. A hard worker and always one to keep busy, he worked in various professions throughout his life.
Barney enjoyed participating in the Bike to the Bay event every year. He also loved traveling to the beach and working out at the gym. Barney was a born again Christian and enjoyed volunteering at church.
In addition to his parents, Barney was preceded in death by his sister, Sharon Jenks. He is survived by his companion, Darlene Squier; siblings, Paul W. Jenks (MaryJane), Deanna Jenks (John McGuire), Barbara Scallion (Tom), and Louisa Jenks (Evelyn Miller); and many nieces and nephews.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 3 pm until 4 pm on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 1000 North DuPont Parkway, New Castle, DE, where a funeral service will begin at 4 pm. Interment will be held privately in Gracelawn Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Barney’s memory to AccentCare Hospice, 17855 North Dallas Parkway, Suite 200, Dallas, TX 75287 or online by clicking here.
Diane Griffiths
I’m so sorry for your loss. Barney is at peace. I wanted to come, but I have bad cataracts and can’t drive past 4 in winter. Love you all!
Diane McVey
May you find peace in the afterlife. You joined Doris and Sharon. Lots of hugs.
Sandy
Thinking of you and so sorry for ur loss
Margaret Camlin
I am very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Maggie
Linda Lyons
Condolences for losing your beloved family member. Your family is in my prayers.
Kim (Mitchell) Scoggins
I have great memories of Barney. Uncle Eddie and my dad worked at the News journal. Barney taught me how to “ stuff” the papers. So much fun at 4 am, with donuts and hot chocolate. I know Barney is without pain and suffering and is in the Kingdom of Heaven.