HOME GOING CELEBRATION for DR. ERNEST LEE FENNER, SR D.D. Sunrise: March 13, 1940 Sunset: October 4, 2010
Prelude PROGRAM Processional Selection Choir Prayer of Comfort Barbara Mundy Scriptures...Elder Eric Jackson Old Testament New Testament Words of Encouragement Bishop N. B. Jenkins Mt. Gilead Pentecostal Holiness Church Bishop C. Collins New Saint Mount Holiness Church Bishop James C. Jackson, D.D Living Waters WOTCC of Christ Temple Solo Terry Fenner (Son) Acknowledgements of Cards, Letters & Telegrams Min. Deborah Thomas Reading of the Obituary Bertha Davis Solo Lina Brown (daughter) Anthony Brown (son) Family Paper The Kindred s & Fenner s Solo... Latoya Ridley (Grandaughter) Words of Expressions. Associate Ministers Solo Rev. Ernest Lankford Eulogy Pastor Harvey C. Thomas Holy Way Temple of Faith Recessional Interment Calvary Cemetery, 1600 St. Julian Ave. Norfolk, VA Family and friends will gather for dinner at Metropolitan Funeral Service Great Room immediately after the interment 7246 Granby Street, Norfolk, VA
OBITUARY Dr. Ernest Lee Fenner, D.D., gracefully answered the Master s call on Monday, October 4, 2010 at his residence with his lovely wife at his side. He was a man with a purpose who touched many lives while here on earth as a pastor, husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle, cousin, counselor, businessman, friend, and spiritual advisor. His presence will truly be missed by all who came in contact with him. Dr. Ernest Lee Fenner was very studious in reading and self development. Whenever, one visited his home, his office would be scattered with all types of biblical books and religious materials. He imparted words of wisdom, biblical principles and Greek Theology to those he came in contact with. No one was ever a stranger and especially when it came to the word of God. Several of his favorite teachings were the Book of Genesis and the Book of Revelations and some of the topics were In the beginning and The End Times. During his ministry, he established and pastored The Lilly of the Valley Church of God in Christ. Many of his own family members were baptized and came to know Christ under his leadership. He was blessed to have traveled internationally to the Jerusalem (The Holy Land) in Israel and Kinston, Jamaica. He preached the word of God locally and across the United States of America. He was very inspirational to many inmates during his Department of Corrections ministry and souls were saved. He and his wife, Hattie, loved opening up their home to many who were in need spiritually and naturally by holding, prayer meetings, bible studies and feeding of those who were hungry and clothing those who were in need. Dr. Fenner attended Halifax public schools in Halifax County, NC, and during his youth adulthood he accepted Jesus as his personal savior. Later he was called to the ministry and pursued his studies in Theology at Kings Cross Victory Bible College in Nashville, TN, and received a Doctor of Divinity degree. Weeping may endure for a night but joy cometh in the morning. Dr. Fenner has fulfilled his earthly purpose and his family and friends, though they may weep a while, should rejoice with him and thank our heavenly Father for the life he lived among us. We love you T.L., Doc, Dad, Grandpa, Business Partner but God loves you best. Sleep on into eternal rest. Dr. Fenner was born March 13, 1940, in Halifax County, NC, to his late parents, Simon and Rosa Lee Fenner. He was one of nine siblings. One brother preceded him in death, Johnnie Lee Fenner and one sister, Carrie Barnes and a devoted wife of his first marriage for 42 years, the late Yvonne Fenner. He leaves to cherish his memories his loving wife of eight years, Evangelist Hattie Kindred Fenner, six daughters, seven sons: Carol Barnes (Phillip) of Yorktown, VA, Angeleca Ridley (Dennis Sr.), Cindy Ballard (Ellsworth) of Newport News, VA, Lina Brown, Jacqueline Kindred of Norfolk, VA, Nancy Sumter of Hyattsville, MD, Ernest Fenner Jr., Terry Fenner of Newport News, VA, Darryl Fenner (Reglin) of Carrollton, VA, Anthony Brown (Denise) of Alexandria, VA, Bishop Brown (Yvonne) of Lanham, MD, Asbury Flood (Ann) of Murfreesboro, NC, Kindzell Brown (Linda), Donald Brown of Norfolk, VA, Alford Kindred of Lorton, VA, 46 grand children, 39 great grand children, One step mother, Polly Fenner, Whitaker, NC: five sisters and one brother, Ruby Harrison, Gloria Fenner Davis(Robert) of Rocky Mount, NC; Annie Hill of Battleboro, NC; Lillie Moody (Ray) of Hampton VA; Ella Braddock (Jerry) of Washington, DC, Simon Fenner, Jr. (Patricia) of Raleigh, NC and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
My dearest TL,. You entered into my life 10 years ago. When you came to me you said I shall not be Moved and you never moved from that day. I thank God for letting me share your life. You were my lover, my preacher, my friend, my care giver, my up lifter, my inspiration, my joy, my motivator, my world, my business man and my loving husband. You over whelmingly fulfilled your duties as a husband. You made me laugh when I felt like crying, you make me feel better when my body was in pain, you bought me sunshine through the rain, you gave me music, music, and more music. You crossed the river before me, I am at peace for I know you are in Gods Heavenly Kingdom now. I love you TL and you will always be my love.
The time has come, My Daddy is no longer here. The memories in our hearts we will always hold dear. Remembering your laughter, your smile and your love, you were loaned to us from heaven above. You taught us from a very young age to fear God And serve Him with all thine heart, because of you we got our spiritual foundation. One lord, one faith and one Baptism, down by the river you baptized each of us in Jesus name You preached the word, without respect of persons and of course no shame. With a stern look upon your face you told us to stay in the Christian race. No one will ever take your place. You told us we can be whatever we want to be and one day you will see. During the times you raised us You sure did praise us. You taught your sons to be entrepreneurs. When the time came for your girls to marry, they were taught not to settle for Tom, Dick or Harry, your personal stamp of approval was a must and without any fuss. To My Spiritual Daddy we surely do miss And we know that his work on earth has been done, the race has been won. You have chosen one of the best, from all his labor he must sleep and rest! Till we meet again, Doc Fenner Your wings spreaded wide, You swept our mom off her feet. You loved us unconditionally, As we was yours to keep. You shared with us so much knowledge and understanding too. You said what you meant, And we knew just what you to do. Now that you ve been elevated to your heavenly home, The legacy you left us means that we can go on. We will miss you and Mom will miss your touch, But the most important thing is that we loved you so much.
Flower Bearers Grandaughters Pall Bearers Grandsons Note of Thanks Perhaps you sent a lovely card, Or sat quietly in a chair, Perhaps you sent a floral arrangement, If so, we saw it there. Perhaps you spoke the kindest words, As many friends could say, Perhaps you were not there at all, Just thought of us that day, Whatever you did to console our hearts, We thank you so much for your part. The Family of Dr. Ernest Lee Fenner, Sr., D.D. Professional Arrangements Entrusted to: Metropolitan Funeral Service 7246 Granby Street 5605 Portsmouth Blvd. 120 W. Berkley Ave. Norfolk, VA 23505 Portsmouth, VA 23701 Norfolk, VA 23523 (757) 223.1333 www.metropolitanfuneralservice.com Kenneth C. Alexander, president