Departed this life April 4, 2020. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ella B. Highsmith and son, Wendell Highsmith Sr.; He is survived by two daughters, Velesto Courts and Rev. Annesto Younger; son, Bobby Highsmith Sr.; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; several nieces, nephews and cousins; two sons- in- law, Milton Courts Sr. and Tyrone Younger; daughter- in- law, Beverly Highsmith and other relatives and friends. Announcements of future celebrations and Online expressions can be shared at jenkinsjr.com.