Rev. Joseph Herman Jennings, 87, of Youngstown transitioned to his Heavenly home on Saturday, March 28, 2020.
Rev. Jennings was born May 8, 1932 in Winding Gulf, West Virginia, a son of Joseph H. Sr. and Ida Red Jennings. He was a graduate of the West Virginia School System and had attended the School of Dentistry before meeting his beloved wife, Jewel. He was former pastor of Shiloh Baptist Church; and was a member of the Masons. He loved yardwork, cooking, and spending time with his family especially his grandchildren. He was a U. S. Army veteran of the Korean War.
He leaves to mourn his passing, but to rejoice in his celestial peace, his wife of over 70 years, the former Jewel Lewis; a daughter, Jacqulyn Arrington of Washington, DC; four grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; and numerous family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and several siblings.
Private services will be held for family only.
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