Marla Lynn Jenkins

Marla Lynn Jenkins, 64, of Akron, passed into Heaven on November 7, 2026, after passing peacefully at home, surrounded by her family. She was born on April 15, 1962 to Larry (Annie) Stouffer and the late Jacqueline (Jerry) Hill.

Marla is survived by her loving husband, Randy E. Jenkins; daughter Stephany (Brandon) McIntyre; sons Randy B. Jenkins, Adam Jenkins and Bryan (Karen) Jenkins; grandsons Camden and Grayson Jenkins; siblings Carla Stouffer, Melissa (Chris) Cundiff and Larry (Christy) Stouffer; many beloved nieces and nephews; grand-pup Winnie McIntyre.

Marla graduated from East High School, class of 1980, and continued her education at the Akron Medical/Dental Institute. She began her career in dental assisting, before turning her focus to raising her growing family.

Marla loved gardening and caring for her flowers, just as much as she loved the holidays and fresh fallen snow in the winter. She loved spending time with her family more than anything, watching Harry Potter and boating out on Berlin Lake. Marla loved shopping, especially gift giving, and watching the reactions of the people she loved open their presents. She could often be found at home in her kitchen, with a fresh pot of coffee brewed for anyone who visited.

Private services will be held for her family. Marla will be laid to rest at Hillside Memorial Park, Akron.

A celebration of Marla's life will be held on Monday, November 23rd at the Goodyear Metropark Lodge East Room, 2077 Newton St. Akron, OH 44305, from 3:00 until 8:00 p.m.

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