Melvina (Wesley) Jenkins aka “Moochie”, was born on Tuesday, November 11, 1947, to the late Herbert Evan Wesley and Pearl Olivia (Wilson) Wesley, in Elkton, Maryland. She departed this life on Sunday January 8, 2023 at Laurelwood Health Care Facility, Elkton, Maryland.

Moochie received her early education at Levi J. Coppin Elementary School, in Cecilton, Maryland, where she graduated 6th grade. She also attended the Cecil County Black Public School- George Washington Carver, Elkton, Maryland.

Melvina then became a detailed and meticulous person which was evident by how she dressed. She loved fashion, hats, etc.

Melvina married the love of her life, Harold “Joe Boy” Jenkins on December 3. They raised several nieces and nephews. They both took special care of their niece, Angelica “Pumpkin” Wesley, whom they considered their adopted daughter.

Melvina was employed by McDonalds in Wilmington, Delaware, as a manager for 7 years. She was also a Domestic Worker.

Melvina was a faithful servant of the Lord. She was a dedicated member of Rehoboth Church of God in Christ Jesus Apostolic, in Middletown, Delaware. She loved praising the Lord especially when she began shouting giving God all the praises. Her favorite hymns were “Something About the Name Jesus” (by Rance Allen) and “I Won’t Complain”.

Melvina loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them. She took every opportunity to be with her family- every holiday, every birthday, and just because. She was an avid storyteller. She brought much laughter to her family and friends. She loved traveling, dancing, cooking, especially reading God’s Word and quoting scriptures.

Melvina was preceded in death by her daughter, Shirley; husband, Harold Jenkins; one sister, Barbara Wesley Jenkins; two brothers, Preston Wesley and Alfred Wesley.

Melvina is survived by her stepdaughter, Nicole Fletcher of Wilmington, DE; devoted and loving niece/daughter, Angelica Wesley of Elkton, MD seven sisters, Sara Young of Cecilton, MD, Rosetta Wesley of Middletown, DE, Diane Hamilton, Lucille Hughes (Keith), Georgianna Braywood (Charles), Mary Wesley, Violetta Wesley, Jacqueline Winder (Otis), all of Elkton, MD; brothers, Herbert Wesley of Cecilton, MD and Lawrence Wesley (Sharon) of Elkton, MD; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; The Rehoboth Church of God in Christ Jesus Apostolic Family; and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.

Lovingly Submitted, The Family