Elijah Michael Jenks

Elijah Michael Jenks, 23, of Salisbury, passed away Friday, August 29, 2025. Born October 19, 2001, he was the son of Sara Rush and Robert Yemoh Ofoli.

Elijah was loving, caring, smart, funny, and sympathetic. Handsome and full of charm, his smile and laugh could light up a room. He was independent, hardworking, and always willing to give someone the shirt off his back. He loved cars and bikes, and above all, he was a devoted son, grandson, and the best big brother anyone could ask for.

He is survived by his mother, Sara Rush; his grandparents, Marilyn and Gary Fish; his brothers, Da Marion Jenks and Excell Jones; his father, Robert Ofoli; his sister, Tyanna Rush; his grandfather, Dr. Robert Ofoli; his beloved TeeTee “ReRe” Ashley; his special aunt, Ann Turner; his aunt Billie Fish; his uncle, Gary Fish; his cousins, Michael, Scott, and Matthew; his special puppers, Blue; along with countless friends who will miss him dearly.

The Celebration of Life will be from 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at Caring Cremations at 609 Highland Ave SE, Hickory, NC 28602.

Elijah’s love, light, and laughter will forever be carried in the hearts of those who knew him.

"Elijah was the best brother I ever had. Even though he was not around much, I cared and loved him so much. He was a very caring and funny brother. He loved cars and got me into playing games. He was always a great brother." Da'Marion

"Of all the special gifts in life, however great or small, to have you as my cousin was the greatest gift of all." - Tee Tee "ReRe"

To my beloved son:

A part of me was snatched away on that very fateful day.

A part of me vanished suddenly when you were taken away.

You meant everything to me.

You were everything a son could be.

You were precious and so wonderful.

You were one in a million.

Your future looked so promising and bright.

Your future could have been so beautiful.

Why couldn't love have saved you?

You had your whole life ahead of you.

To be cut off in your prime is a loss so hard to bear.

I miss you and think of you daily.

How I wish I could have you back home with me.

Death took away from my hand, but not from my heart.

I'll treasure my memories of you every day.

Rest in peace, my dearest son.

- Mom

Please sign the online guestbook at www.caringcremations.net. The Jenks family has entrusted arrangements to Caring Cremations Life Celebrations and Funerals at 828-855-3350.