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Lori Jenkins Obituary
Born June 4, 1970, in Colorado Springs, CO to Leslie and Karen (Neufeld) Watterud, grew up in Cragmor attending Bates Elementary, North Junior High, and Palmer High School with the class of 1988. Lori held positions with Mexico Way, Maaco, HP/Agilent, and Advantage Security, before following her true calling as a stay at home mom.
Lori loved spending time with her children and grandchildren; attending and volunteering at school activities; home decorating, baking cheesecakes, watching the Broncos, and enjoying the Colorado scenery. Her life was defined by Proverbs 31:25.
Lori is survived by her husband, Anthony; children, Trenton Martinez 25 (Kendal), Brianna Martinez 19, Katelyn Jenkins 11, Jenna Jenkins 9, and Ethan Jenkins 8; grandchildren, Izabelle Martinez 3, Mia Martinez 6 months; mother, Karen Watterud; sister, Rae-Chel Rhineberger (Tom); many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Lori is preceded in death by her father Leslie Watterud.
We will miss her gentle touch and loving ways.
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Heather (Paxton) McDermott
November 9, 2020
I always have such fond memories of Lori and I ... the two lone shorty cheerleaders in 9th grade, sleep overs, crushes and a lot of laughter. Like me she was so cute and sweet no one thought we were off causing mischief! I cannot think of Lori without a big smile ... she always had such warm way about her and all these years later seeing her face makes me smile still.
Heather McDermott (Paxton)
January 8, 2014
This was such hard news to hear ... Lori was my best friend in junior high ... we shared so many laughs and it was so wonderful to get in touch with her again when she came across my parents' path at HP. While we lost touch again over the years, Lori's name will always bring a smile to my face - there were such good memories with her and she will always be remembered as kind-hearted and fun loving. To Karen and Rae-Chel, I have fond memories of you all as well - thank you for all the times you welcomed me and I hope that you stay well.
Lorene Hintz
November 18, 2013
Our heart goes out the family...may you feel God's arms of love wrap around you.
Jeri Barela-Birge
November 15, 2013
God's blessings to the Watterud family and to Lori's children. It was a pleasre to know Lori in school and though we did not stay in touch, I clearly remember the kind soul she was.
Jose Lobato
November 15, 2013
My deepest sympathies to the family. I will keep the family in my prayers.
Keyla Williams
November 14, 2013
Lori was an extraordinary woman. Her life was filled with joy and beauty. Although she is gone, her spirit continues to live in her cherished ones.
November 14, 2013
My prayers are will the family. Lori was such a wonderful person. She will be missed, but with GOD is healed.
Terry Gonzales
Dan Havens
November 14, 2013
We are so sorry for the loss of a great friend. R.I.P.
Deb & Dean Butte
November 14, 2013
Our deepest sympathies to everyone our prayers will continue for strength and healing. May God bless you all
Tami Vasquez
November 14, 2013
My family sends love and prayers to you all.
Tina Martinez
November 14, 2013
Jenkins, Watterud, Martinez and Rhineberger family, I am so sorry for your loss. I want you to know that you and your family are thought of and I will hold you in my heart. Be encouraged and know that God holds her in his arms and peace is her covering. God bless you.
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