Dorothy Jenkins, wife of Earl Jenkins (deceased Oregon Hill historian), died this past Thursday night. She and her husband were well known for their activism in defense of Oregon Hill and are regarded as real heroes for our neighborhood.

According to her obituary, the funeral ceremony will be held 1 p.m. Monday at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, where she was a longtime member. Interment Hollywood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 236 S. Laurel St., Richmond, Va. 23220.