Charla Kay "Sudy" Jenkins

Charla Kay “Sudy” Jenkins, 81, of Center, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at Hannibal Regional Hospital. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, June 8th at Two Rivers Marina in Louisiana from 3-7 pm. Sudy was born February 9, 1944, in Hannibal, Missouri, to Donald and Leona Grace “Penny” (Pennewell) York. She was united in marriage to the love of her life, David Jenkins, on July 24, 1966. David preceded her in death on November 29, 2024. Sudy spent the early years of her career teaching elementary education, a job she truly loved and where she made a lasting impact on her students. She and David later opened The Farm Shed, a beloved restaurant in Louisiana, where Sudy poured her heart into every detail. With unmatched work ethic and devotion, she helped make it a community favorite. During that time, she also proudly supported David in his 16 years as Pike County Sheriff—walking door to door for miles during every reelection season—while raising their two daughters. In 2000, Sudy and David relocated to the Lake of the Ozarks and began a new chapter. Sudy pursued a career in real estate, quickly discovering a natural talent for the competitive field. She thrived, eventually earning her broker’s license, and built lifelong friendships with clients, colleagues, and even competing agents. Sudy and David never met a stranger and spent 17 joyful years at the Lake boating, fishing, cooking unforgettable meals, and entertaining guests with endless laughter. In 2017, they moved to Center, Missouri, to be closer to their children and grandchildren. Family was Sudy’s everything. Her favorite days were spent on the sandbars of the Mississippi, cheering on the Kansas City Chiefs, the St. Louis Cardinals, and any football game—college or NFL—on television. Her eyes sparkled when she spoke of her family, and her zest for life was unmatched. Sudy was the kind of person who lit up every room she entered. She met life’s challenges with a radiant smile and an open heart. Her warmth, compassion, and unwavering kindness made her beloved by all who knew her. To know Sudy was to love her—completely and unconditionally. She is survived by her daughters, Susan Liter (Jason) and Kim Brown, both of Center; grandchildren, Macy McCurdy, Madison Christal (Kameron), Marli Liter, Amanda Brown (Shelly), and Payton Weber; great-grandchildren, Pieper McCurdy, Hadley McCurdy, Braxton McCurdy, Karson Christal, and Kambelle Christal; brother, Jim York (Peggy) of Louisiana; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, David. Memorials may be made to your local animal shelter, as there was no greater lover of animals—especially dogs—than Sudy. Online condolences may be made at http://www.bibbveach.com

Charla Kay "Sudy" Jenkins

February 9, 1944 - May 27, 2025