Bishop Jessie James Jennings Sr.

April 8, 1933 - May 27, 2025 (92 years old)

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April 8, 1933 - May 27, 2025 (92 years old)

Charleston, South Carolina

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Bishop Jessie James Jennings Sr. Obituary

The world bids farewell to Bishop Jessie James Jennings Sr. of Charleston, South Carolina, departing on May 27, 2025 at the age of 92. Bishop Jessie James leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Bishop Jessie James leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.

A wake was held on Friday, June 6th 2025 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Nazareth Holiness Church - Lincolnville (805 W Carolina Ave, Summerville, SC 29485). A celebration of life was held on Saturday, June 7th 2025 at 12:00 PM at the same location. The military honors was held on Monday, June 9th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Beaufort National Cemetery (1601 Boundary St, Beaufort, SC 29906).

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June 06

Wake

Nazareth Holiness Church - Lincolnville
805 W Carolina Ave, Summerville, SC 29485

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June 07

Celebration of life

Nazareth Holiness Church - Lincolnville
805 W Carolina Ave, Summerville, SC 29485

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June 09

Military honors

Beaufort National Cemetery
1601 Boundary St, Beaufort, SC 29906

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June 5, 2025

Alfreda Rivers Wright wrote a sympathy message

“To the beloved family of Bishop Jessie James Jennings, Sr., Bishop Jennings was our first SCJ Church Of God In Christ YPWW (now Youth) Department President, serving with Chairlady Ruhbena Dantzler Reese. Your family heritage is great. Great memories of your parents will never fade away. Praying for your strength during this time of separation.”

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