It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the passing of Lorene Sands Jenkins, age 83, of Mabank. Lorene passed away peacefully Oct. 15, 2025, in Wylie surrounded by the warmth of her family and the love that marked her beautiful life.
Born Jan. 15, 1942, in Canton, Lorene was the cherished daughter of Elry Davis Sands and Lena Holt Sands. 
From a young age, she embodied the values of kindness, generosity, and quiet strength that would define her life and legacy.
Lorene was a devoted homemaker, a role she cherished with grace and joy. She poured her heart into raising her two daughters Lisa and Elizabeth, guiding them with wisdom, gentleness and an unwavering love. 
Before she had children of her own, she gained loving experience caring for her niece and nephews — a gift she gave freely and with open arms.
Her home was always a place of comfort and welcome, filled with the scent of something delicious cooking in the kitchen, the hum of a sewing machine in the background, and the pages of a well-loved book waiting to be turned. She took great pride in the little things — in homemade meals, hand-stitched creations, and the simple joys of family life.
Lorene is survived by her beloved husband of many years Charles Burt Jenkins III, her devoted daughters, Lisa Jenkins of Dallas and Elizabeth Smith and h husband Shane of Frisco, her treasured grandchildren Olivia, Anabel and Max Smith, who brought endless joy to her later years, nephew Stephen Sands and wife Cindy of Gatesville, nieces Shahrzad Bacon and husband John of Frisco and Stacy Mulcahy of Barnstead, N.H.
Lorene was preceded in death by her parents and her beloved sisters Jerene Sands Bradford, LaVerne Sands Johnson, and Maxine Sands Bagheri — a close-knit group whose memories and love sustained Lorene throughout her life.
A private family gathering to honor Lorene’s life was held Oct. 25, 2025.
Lorene’s life was one of quiet impact — marked by unconditional love, steady faith and a deep devotion to family. Though she will be deeply missed, her legacy lives on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
In her memory, we find comfort. In her life, we find inspiration. "Well done, good and faithful servant." – Matthew 25:23