Specialist (SPC) Christopher Malik Jenkins was born in West Palm Beach, FL at Good Samaritan Hospital on August 6th, 1997. He is a loving son, brother, nephew, uncle and friend. As a child, Chris developed a passion for computers, gaming and music, which continued throughout his years. Chris was extremely talented. He loved to produce music and build computers. Chris attended Worthington High School and graduated in 2016 followed by attending Full Sail University where he studied Music Production. Chris joined the Army in August 2016 and served with distinction as a Signal Intelligence Specialist. He embodied the Army Values: Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless Service, Honor, Integrity, and Personal Courage. His awards and declarations include: Army Commendation Medal with C Device, Army Achievement Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Army Campaign Medal with Campaign Star, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, NATO Medal, Riffle Sharp-Shooter Qualification Badge, and Grenade Expert Qualification Badge. Specialist Christopher Malik Jenkins is survived by his father, Joseph Christopher Jenkins; mother, Carole Jenkins; sister, Tikha Jenkins; brothers, Joseph Jenkins, Angelo Jenkins, Eric Jenkins; his grandfather, Danaus D. Ladouceur; niece, Jayna Smith; nephew, John Smith; and a host of family members including his aunts, uncles, and cousins..