Lawrence â??Larryâ?? William Jinks
April 13, 1950 - April 26, 2019
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Obituary For Lawrence â??Larryâ?? William Jinks
Lawrence “Larry” William Jinks died peacefully on April 26, 2019, in Raleigh, NC, at the age of 69.
Born on April 13, 1950, in Newark, NJ, to William and Georgiana Jinks, Larry grew up in Belleville, NJ. He attended Belleville High School followed by Rutgers University, where he earned a degree in biology and competed in track and field as a sprinter and long jumper. He later received a Masters degree from Montclair State University. Upon graduation, Larry became a biology teacher at Nutley High School, where he taught for 34 years and also coached track, cross country, and football. Upon retirement, he went on to teach biology for three more years at Mount St. Dominic Academy in Caldwell, NJ. After retiring, Larry and Joanne relocated to Wake Forest, NC, to be closer to their children and grandchildren. Larry was an accomplished breeder of tropical fish. He was an active member of the North Jersey Aquarium Society and the Raleigh Aquarium Society, as well as numerous other organizations along the east coast. He loved to share his passion for biology and tropical fish through speaking engagements and auctions across the country. His family and friends remember him as a loving, witty, compassionate, and fiercely loyal man.
Larry is survived by his wife of 40 years, Joanne Nosti Jinks of Wake Forest, NC; his daughter, Jennifer Fiduccia (and her husband, Patrick) of Raleigh, NC; his son, Christopher Jinks (and his wife, Marisa) of Lake Wylie, SC; his grandchildren, James, Isabella, Samantha, and Alexander Fiduccia, and Lily and Juliet Jinks; his sister, Karen Bromberg (Bill) of Sayreville, NJ; father-in-law, John Nosti of Nutley, NJ and brother-in-law, Louis Nosti (Cindy) of Montville, NJ and many nieces and nephews.
A funeral is scheduled for 1:00 pm on Thursday, May 2, 2019 at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Community on Leesville Road in Raleigh. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Larry’s life.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Transitions Life Care at 250 Hospice Circle, Raleigh, NC 27607 (transitionslifecare.org) or the Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease Foundation at 3610 W. Market Street, Suite, 110, Akron, OH 44333 (cjdfoundation.org).
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September 01, 2020
God bless you and will remember you as one of my homeroom. teacher at Nutley High School. Joanne, Jennifer & Christopher sending you comforting prayers & thoughts. Rest in peace, Mr. JInks. Mary Rose Sanfilippo Molinaro Nutley, NJ
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September 01, 2020
I was a one of Larry's mischievous/misfit track and field runners in high school. We were responsible for many of his heartburn moments, and probably gave him his early gray hair. Looking back it amazed me and a lot of other people, how he was able to get a rag-tag group of misfits that could actually be groomed into track and field state champions. However, I remember a time when we were goofing off at practice and pissed Larry off. He kept us after practice and we were running 330's until we puked and then he ran us again, puked and again and again and again. Get this, all with the blessing of all our parents! Don't let me get started on the night before he got married at his bachelor party we threw for him. I thought JoAnn was going to kill us. Love you. CT Gregoire
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September 01, 2020
I am shocked and saddened to say the least. Larry was a great teacher and well respected by all the staff and students. It was an honor to be his colleague throughout his career at N.H.S. Walt S.
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September 01, 2020
I am deeply saddened by the passing of Larry Jinks. For over 10 years, we were friends and colleagues sharing a passion in a hobby we both loved. He was a mentor and expert to many people, and together we planned, worked, and celebrated numerous activities to educate, encourage, and enlighten others with that interest. He will be missed. ...Michael V. Maieli
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September 01, 2020
I can only say that I am so glad that you were my uncle. And so sad and heartbroken that you are gone. I love you Uncle Larry. You are already greatly missed.
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September 01, 2020
My thoughts are with the Jinks family at this sad time. It is never easy losing a loved one. May memories of the good times you shared together bring you comfort at this time of sorrow. Shared many good times with Larry going on road trips to fish clubs, fish auctions, shop hops, and fish shows. He will be missed.
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September 01, 2020
Im so sorry to read about Mr. Jinks passing. He was my NHS Biology teacher, and was a real favorite with his students. His class was always interesting and fun, and it was obvious he had found his true calling - a terrific teacher. Deepest sympathy to Joanne and his family and friends. RIP Mr. Jinks.
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September 01, 2020
Our prayers are with Larry and his entire family.
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September 01, 2020
Dear Joanne & family, so sadden to hear of Larry's passing. He was a kind & gentle man. You two have shown your children what the meaning of a happy marriage. You both shared together 40 years & are very lucky to have each other. May God give you & your family peace & comfort. His memory will live on through you. Donna & Jerry Ferraro
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September 01, 2020
Joanne, our sincere condolence to you and the family. Larry was a great guy. We had some great times on those long days with the Crew Team In Philly. You and the family are in our prayers. Don & Marilyn Milano
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September 01, 2020
Even after I found that biology and the physical sciences were not for me, Mr. Jink's impression remained. He was a great teacher and a great person. I am sorry to hear of his passing. Matthew LoRe
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September 01, 2020
It was my privilege to be Larry's colleague for many years. We enjoyed working in the CAT program..he coached my brothers in track. An exceptional educator. My sincere condolences to you all.
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September 01, 2020
Larry was an amazing guy with so much knowledge and passion for education and fish. He was funny and kind and he will be so sorely missed by so many of us. I learned of his passing on the way to take my family to the State aquarium. We made a small donation in his honor and said some words at the marshes where we had hunted killifish together.
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September 01, 2020
Our heartfelt condolences to Larrys family. He was such a warm and kind man who shared his passion for tropical fish with everyone. He will be missed in the hobby and Im sure by his family. Weve never had the pleasure of meeting you Joanne, but he spoke of you highly and often. Thank you for sharing Larry with us fishkeepers!
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September 01, 2020
Dear Joanne, Jen, Chris, Mr Jinks was an abiding presence in our house from 1983 to 1997. His name was a household word....Mr Jinks made us do repeat 100s today. I hate that whistle Mr Jinks blows. Mr Jinks says I have to double this meet. Mr Jinks is so funny. Mr Jinks said I did good today. He was a positive influence, a wonderful role model. Mr Jinks will always be part of our childrens high school memories. Thinking of you, Joanne and remembering so many conversations. We pray that you and your family will all find peace, knowing that Larry lives on in the memories of all the young people he coached and mentored. God Bless The Frikerts Janet, Brian, Steve, Laura, Lynn and Nancy
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September 01, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Larry was such a nice person and a great teacher. Our thoughts are with you. Phyllis and Bob Battoglia
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September 01, 2020
Joanne and family, So sorry to hear of Larry's passing. I remember him as a great teacher and a very nice, fun person. Wishing you peace and comfort from your memories and your family. Karen (Klemm) Jurcisin
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September 01, 2020
Lit a candle in memory of Lawrence Larry William Jinks
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September 01, 2020
Lit a candle in memory of Lawrence Larry William Jinks
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September 01, 2020
Dear Mrs Jinks, Jennifer, Christopher and all the family, so saddened to hear of the family news. A great champion of many is now watching down on us but I will never forget the positive energy, inspiration and faith that your husband, dad and my Mr Jinks instilled upon us. From kids track, to HS track, to Biology, to the father of a good childhood friend. He will be missed. Love to you all. -Katie (Bonchonsky) Kelly
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September 01, 2020
We all loved Coach Jinks! An awesome coach because he was an amazing person first and foremost. May he rest in Gods loving embrace. With prayer for you and your family Joanne
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September 01, 2020
Mr. Jinks was always a favorite teacher of mine ...I was lucky to have had him in NHS. I will always remember him fondly . Sending condolences to Joanne and his family ...Linda Sudol Genid
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September 01, 2020
Lit a candle in memory of Lawrence Larry William Jinks
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September 01, 2020
Lit a candle in memory of Lawrence Larry William Jinks
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September 01, 2020
We are sad to hear about Larry. He was a good friend for many years. Our hearts going out to Joanne and are family at this time. Wishing you strength and love at this time. The SanGivanni Family.
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