Wilmington and Hayden Residents Remembered for Faith Family and Service

The articles remember four people who died in 2026: John K. Jenkins Jr., whose family and friends gathered in Wilmington to celebrate his life; George J. Kopec Sr., a U.S. Army veteran and longtime worker whose life centered on family, faith, and adventure; Robert Marion Lewis, remembered for his faith, optimism, family devotion, and love of baseball and martial arts; and Roy D. Thompson, a Navy veteran who served in Vietnam and was known for his sociability and hobbies. Their families and loved ones are central to each remembrance.