Andrew Jenkins

Andrew Jenkins, 51, of North Canton, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2026, after a courageous, hard-fought battle with cancer. He was born May 24, 1975 in Medina, Ohio. Andy graduated from Medina High School in 1994. A master of his trade, he spent decades as an excavator, shaping local communities through his work in land development. Andy had a love of boating and the water that began at a young age at his grandfather's house in Portage Lakes. He loved his family and friends dearly and always enjoyed time spending a day on the boat with them. He is survived by his mother, Jessica Jenkins (Tom Nyitray); father, Tom Jenkins (Sandra); siblings, Aaron Leonino (Lisa), Alizabeth 'Ali' Young (Brian), Mallory Jenkins (Bob); aunts and uncles, Liz (Dennis) Nash, James (Connie) Stewart, Thomas (Tammy) Stewart, Julianne McMath; nieces and nephews, Dominic, Maria, Gianna, 'AJ', Thomas; longtime girlfriend, Kate Cianchetti and her sons, Michael, Nick and Brandon; faithful companion, Lucy; many other extended family and friends. He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Thomas F. Stewart. A very special thank you to his aunt, Liz (Dennis) Nash and uncle, James (Connie) Stewart for their support and care over the last few years. At his request, private family services will be held. His family suggests donations may be made in his memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.WaiteFuneralHome.com