Email Us At that time, when Jennings came to Hamilton about permission for a new cruise, Hamilton signed his departure papers personally,[14] also signing another commission for Jennings. They rounded Cape Corrientes on April 2. [19] Jennings became an unofficial mayor of the growing pirate colony in Nassau, or the Republic of Pirates,[citation needed] and author Johnson-Mist would later describe him as "Captain Jennings, who was [the Nassau pirates'] Commodore, and who always bore a great Sway among them, being a Man of good Understanding, and good Estate, before this Whim took him of going a Pyrating. "[2], Jennings continued to sail for the wrecks in Florida after his raids on the French, stopping ships such as Spanish mailboats along the way. Flying Gang Sources Primary Sources Obituary & Service Henry was the oldest of four sons born to Reckard and Annie Lampkin Jennings, of Lockhart, Texas. [9] News of the wreck and their distress call reached Jamaica in November 1715, and Jennings and his ship Bersheba sailed immediately to the Florida coast. Two others, Samuel Liddell of the Cocoa Nut and James Carnegie of the Discovery, joined with their small sloops without commission, accepting Jennings overall command. He served for over two years in England with the Strategic Air Command. Thursday, Jan 14, 2021 In addition to his parents and wife, he was predeceased by two sons, Jerry Jennings and Michael Jennings; two sisters, Virginia Martin and Jean Harris; one brother, Sonnyboy Jennings. Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Wright's Funeral. A funeral mass was held on Friday, February 17th 2023 from 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM at the St. Joseph Catholic Church (1400 Old Evangeline Hwy, Evangeline, LA 70537). Tom and Peggy Berutich. Write your message of sympathy today. Henry Jennings Rou II Obituary It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. January 22, 2023 Jennings and his family arrived in West Jersey in September 1680. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Henry Jennings of Dadeville, Alabama, who passed away on July 1, 2021. [14] He also ordered Captain Young's sloop burnt to the waterline. May God comfort you and give you peace in the days ahead. Email Us Jennings, failing to capture Hornigold, returned to the bay several hours later with the Barsheba and Mary, to discover that Bellamy and Williams had surprised Jennings' prize crew and the French prisoners to take control of the St. Marie at gunpoint. Henry Jennings Rou II passed away on Thursday, December 8, 2022 after an extended illness. Love lives on Henry had a host of special cousins, friends, and neighbors. 1425 Greensboro Road; Martinsville , VA , 24112; Telephone: (276) 632-2206; Fax: (276) 632-2208; Email: Click Here; Contact Us. Olive Baptist Church in Denmark. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. Henry "Dee" Jennings, 81, of Gate City, VA passed away Tuesday, January 12, 2021, at his residence. During the attack, he fired the Bersheba's Great Gun himself, easily taking the ship. The crew of the newly captured St. Marie, however, lagged behind the other ships, and the rest of the fleet was out of sight by the time they weighed anchor. He was also cherished by nieces, nephews and cousins. Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. LIVONIA, Henry graduated from Kettering High School in Detroit, Michigan in 1975. May you rest in peace and watch over Ann and the family from above. Legacy invites you to offer condolences and share memories of Henry in the Guest. Jennings and Willis, in accordance with their commissions, brought their treasure to Hamilton. Write your message of sympathy today. Click a candle below to add a candle to your message. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. History Today states that it was later claimed that Hamilton had invested in the ships and endorsed a plan for them to attack the Spanish wrecks as well. The importance of saying "I love you" during COVID-19, Effective ways of dealing with the grieving process, Solutions to show your sympathy safely during the Covid-19 pandemic. He has a large extended family of nieces, nephews and cousins.The family is so thankful for his wonderful loving caregivers throughout his illness.Services will be held at the First Presbyterian Church of Eustis, 117 South Center Street, Eustis, Florida on Saturday, December 17th at 11:00am.Memorial gifts can be made to The First Presbyterian Church of Eustis, 117 South Center Street, Eustis, Florida 32726 or to Cornerstone Hospice, 2445 Lane Park Road, Tavares, FL 32778.Condolences, memories and photos may be shared on the tribute wall. Upon his return, he attended Florida Southern College and graduated with a Degree in Business and a Minor in Citrus. [14], When Bellamy double-crossed Jennings,[5] Jennings' ruthlessness was evidenced in the brutal slaying of more than 20 Frenchmen and Englishmen, and the burning of an innocent Englishman's merchant sloop. Mar 2, 2023. "[2] The Republic of Pirates was dominated by Hornigold and Jennings, both famous pirates who were bitter rivals. He was a member of Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity, and active in the Citrus Club, which would later become his life's work. Show your support Send Flowers Send flowers or a gift to a service or family's home. [3] The nucleus of the pirate force was a group of English ex-privateers: Jennings, Charles Vane (on the Bersheba), Samuel Bellamy, Benjamin Hornigold,[citation needed] and Edward England. After discussing the 500 words. Henry Jennings Bragg Jr. November 19, 1940 - January 22, 2023 (82 years old) Plymouth, North Carolina Give a memorial tree Plant a tree Light a candle Illuminate their memory Henry Jennings Bragg Jr. Obituary We are sad to announce that on January 22, 2023 we had to say goodbye to Henry Jennings Bragg Jr. of Plymouth, North Carolina. In that process, his fleet encountered a large armed merchant ship flying French colors in a harbor, named the St. Marie. Funeral arrangement under the care ofWright's Funeral Home. Henry Jennings Rou II passed away on Thursday, December 8, 2022 after an extended illness. Jennings came across the moored men several days later, and offered to allow them to join his fleet, which they took him up on. With Hamilton stating he knew nothing of such pirates and there must have been a mistake, said he would, in turn, flog any Spanish he could find in Jamaica if the threat to English lives was carried out. 11:00 AM. Charles served our Country honorably in the Navy. [emailprotected], 31551 Ford Rd. The French captain later reported that Jennings crew "tormented" the French crew, forcing them to reveal where they had hidden 30,000 pieces of eight onshore. Jennings joined the First Presbyterian Church of Eustis in 1960 and served as an Elder, Deacon and a member of the Chancel Choir for many years. View/Sign Guestbook | View The Obituary For George Henry Jennings of Chatham, Virginia. Charles was born in New Orleans, LA on October 14, 1955, to Venus Henry and Odessa Peffercorn. [14], History Today related that "Jennings and Wills' arrival with their illicitly acquired fortune created a sensation in Jamaica," with many other privateers and pirates sailing to Florida to seek treasure from the wrecks[9] along what would become known as the Treasure Coast. Charles Vane also rejoined Jennings crew. Obituary for Henry Jennings Bragg, Jr. Henry Jennings Bragg, Jr., 82, of Plymouth, died Sunday, January 22, 2023, at ECU Medical Center in Greenville surrounded by his loving family. He was well known for his quality fresh fruit, and his famous Rainbow brand topped the New York Auction for several years. Make sure relatives of Henry Jennings Rou II know they have sympathy messages here. View Others View Public Details & Court Records See Who's Searching for You See Sites with Your Personal Info Make Changes to What Other's See Lock Sections of Your Profile The two pirate captains and their crews abandoned ship upon the sight of Jennings four sloops British colors, fleeing sailing canoes. Henry was employed at Harper Hospital and at General Motors for several years. MI 48135 He was the sweetest man with the most beautiful smile and those eyes..I would always tell him Frank Sinatra had nothing on him. We are sad to announce that on February 15, 2023, at the age of 77, Leroy Henry Gary of Jennings, Louisiana passed away. [15] The Barsheba dropped anchor in Jamaica on January 26, 1716. He was outvoted, with 23 of his crew joining Jennings' forces for the attack as well. Henry Jennings Rou II passed away on Thursday, December 8, 2022 after an extended illness. He has a large extended family of nieces, nephews and cousins. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. Henry enjoyed and liked to talk to friends, relatives, and acquaintances. Ann, thinking of you and the family. Add a Memory. Funeral arrangement under the care ofMiguez Funeral Homes, Miguez Funeral Home - Jennings 114 E Shankland Ave, Jennings, LA 70546, St. Joseph Catholic Church 1400 Old Evangeline Hwy, Evangeline, LA 70537. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Henry Jennings Rou II (Eustis, Florida), born in Leesburg, Florida, who passed away at the age of 87, on December 8, 2022. After some of the men began to take spoils on their initiative, Jennings split the French spoils three ways: one third for the men, and one third each for sloop owners Daniel Axtell and Jasper Ashworth (brother of Leigh Ashworth). He was a Special person. When he went off to find the Marianne, he found that Hornigold had already commandeered the ship. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Leroy Henry Gary to pay them a last tribute. Send a Card. He formed his company, H. Jennings Rou, Inc. in 1966, a full-service citrus business. Flowers are delivered by the preferred local florist of Wright's Funeral Home. I will miss our conversations about world events and just life in general. He provided spiritual leadership to our family, faithfully pointing us to Christ. Search by Name. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. Graveside service for Mr. Henry Jennings will be held 11:00 am Wednesday, July 7, 2021 in Shiloh Baptist Church Cemetery in Dadeville, Alabama. [2] In early March 1716, Jennings sent word to fellow captains and his men that he would be making a new cruise to the Spanish wrecks. Surviving are his three daughters, Pam Bishop and husband Jim; Tammy Cradic; and Lori; son, Hank Jennings and wife Patricia. He was preceded in death by his brother, Michael Albright Rou, Sr. Memorial gifts can be made to The First Presbyterian Church of Eustis, 117 South Center Street, Eustis, Florida 32726 or to Cornerstone Hospice, 2445 Lane Park Road, Tavares, FL 32778. [16] On his third trip to the wrecks, Jennings intercepted a Spanish vessel as it returned from the salvage site, and reappeared off Port Royal with 30,000 pieces of eight hed forcibly taken from the Spanish vessel. Copyright 2011 - 23 Colonial Funeral Home. Henry was enlisted in the United States Army during the period of January 2, 1976 to December 13, 1978. Professional Service provided by Wright's Funeral Home [14], That evening, Bellamy and Williams hailed Jennings, meeting him for the first time and joining the force preparing for the sneak attack. [3] After the Florida raid, Jennings and his crew also linked up with Ben Hornigold's "three sets of pirates" from New Providence Island. What a joy it was to know Jennings. Henry Jennings (Alvin), 84 - Compton, CA Has Court or Arrest Records at MyLife.com Home People Search J CA Compton Henry Jennings Not the right Henry Jennings? He dropped anchor with his flotilla of five ships out of sight and sent several men in to hail the French ship to assess what was on board. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. They kept Stone for four days, but were recorded as having taken only twenty gallons of rum. Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. February 13, 1935 - May 19, 1939 - January 12, 2021. On the way to New Providence, Jennings chased down Hornigold to secure the treasure from the Mary, a ship Hornigold had just captured. [10][12], The New Providence capital of Nassau by 1715 was the former capital of the collapsed Bahamian government. He was also a gifted artist. [14], A sailing canoe later approached the St. Marie to trade while the crew was dividing spoils, and Jennings' then "inflicted punishments" on the new captives to locate their larger vessel. Who Where Receive obituaries Charity Ann Marceaux Mire February 22, 2023 (47 years old) View obituary Charles Henry February 9, 2023 (67 years old) View obituary [4] He was one of 400 pirates who took advantage of the amnesty,[15] and, after serving as a privateer in the War of the Quadruple Alliance,[19] retired to Bermuda to live the rest of his life "as a wealthy, respected member of society. Show your support Send Flowers Comfort the family with flowers or a sympathy gift. They had then rowed off in the wind with 28,500 pieces of eight. Love, Anita Simpson. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. [16], Declared a pirate by Lord Archibald Hamilton,[16] Jennings couldn't return to Jamaica, and so he established Nassau as his base for further raids on Spanish wrecks. He held a seat on The Citrus Associates of the NY Cotton Exchange. Hamilton afterwards transferred to HMS Bedford for the remainder of the journey. Sympathy Ideas. Loretta Maimone, Our deepest condolences to Ann and family in the loss of Jennings. What a blessing for being able to share each others love for 62 years. We have been blessed to know them our entire lives and applaud the influence and contributions that Jennings made to our community. Price, Harold Fowlerville, Michigan Harold J. [2] By the end of 1715, Jennings arrived in Nassau with 87,000 in recovered Spanish treasure, as the city was experiencing an expansion. MI 48154 February 15, 2023 Jennings, meeting with the other captains, declared he would attack at night so the Bersheba would not be sunk in a direct attack. Born November 19, 1940 in Mecklenburg County he was the son of the late Henry Jennings Bragg, Sr. and Josephine Grimes Bragg . Mr. Henry Jennings of Dadeville, Alabama peacefully transitioned home to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 1st, 2021. Website Designed by funeralOne. Jennings harshly rebuffed Hornigold for interfering in his "official" operation, so Hornigold and other ships involved in the raid afterwards attacked other French ships instead. [9] In December Jennings and Charles Vane captured a Spanish mail ship and got the exact position of the main Spanish salvage camp and Urca de Lima from her captain Pedro de la Vega. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Rou/Huffstetler family. God Bless. Jennings was born in Leesburg, Florida, the son of Henry Jennings Rou Sr. and Martha Albright Rou.Jennings attended school in Tavares, Florida. Find an obituary, get service details, leave condolence messages or send flowers or gifts in memory of a loved one. After the successful attack, on April 4, 1716, Jennings questioned the French crew. Services will be held at the First Presbyterian Church of Eustis, 117 South Center Street, Eustis, Florida on Saturday, December 17th at 11:00am. Share Obituary (82 years old). He was well known for his quality fresh fruit, and his famous Rainbow brand topped the New York Auction for several years.Jennings was a leader in the Citrus Industry, serving for 20 years as Director of Florida Orange Marketers, which was the grower arm of Minute Maid. Henry was baptized and accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early age at Elyton Baptist Church in Detroit, Michigan. Henry Lee Jennings passed away on January 23, 2020. The flotilla left for Jamaica "after a few days of revelry and the orderly distribution of the crews portion of the prize money. Henry will be missed by his lifelong partner Darlene Gray and stepchildren LaTeece, Ramon, Jamal, and Elijah.Predeceasing Henry in death were his sisters Zetta Marie, Carolyn Yvonne, Wilma Elizabeth, Lynda Kay, and brother William Alexander. Survivors include five daughters, Sherry Walton, Leona Price (Jeff), Pamela Fitzgerald (Richard), Cathy Yates and Karon Brooks all of Danville, VA; two sons, Gary Jennings (Teresa) and Donald Jennings (Dawn) both of Danville, VA; two sisters, Lorraine Martin of Martinsville, VA and Millie Ann Brandon (Frank) both of Martinsville, VA and a host of grandchildren; great-grandchildren and other relatives and friends. The last text I shared with him was on his birthday April 18,2021 I shared the song I will not Complain with him. A rosary was held on Thursday, February 16th 2023 at 6:30 PM at the same location. The BBC Breakfast presenters were joined by actor and comedian Lenny Henry for World Book Day and to discuss the latest book he has written for the occasion. He described himself as a Bermudian, and the Jennings family was well established there, especially at Flatts Village, the affluent neighbourhood to the west of which is still known as Jennings' Land after Richard Jennings. Henry became known for his talent and artistry in gardening and design as well as skillful home improvements. Of the responders, Leigh Ashworth assumed command of the sloop-of-war Mary, another of Hamiltons privateers. After graduation he attended the University of Florida before enlisting in the US Air Force in his Freshman year. God bless you and stand by you side. [2], After the raid on the Marianne, Jennings, Ashworth, and another captain set sail for New Providence, an island in the Bahamas and former capital of the collapsed Bahamian government. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. Despite their rivalries, the pirates worked together through the 'Flying Gang' and quickly became infamous for their exploits. First Christian Church 509 E. Main Street, Plymouth, NC 27962. Add a Memory Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. (77 years old), January 14, 1946 - Write your message of sympathy today. [2] According to a deposition based on an eyewitness, when Jennings arrived in Providence he "bought in as prize a French ship [Marianne] mounted with 32 guns which he had taken at the Bay of Hounds [Bahia Honda], and there shared the cargo (which was very rich consisting of European goods for the Spanish trade) amongst his men, and then went in the said ship to the [Florida wrecks] where he served as Commodore and guardship. We cherish the memories of our time together and will carry them in our hearts forever. In Remembrance. He was the son of the late Henry M. Jennings and Molly Peters Jennings and was retired from King Ford having worked in the paint and body shop. Captain Young, of the ship being attacked by Bellamy, expected Jennings to rescue him, but Jennings instead commandeered the ship and began moving it into bay to decide what to do with it. Samuel Jennings or Samuel Jenings was born in England and died in Burlington, New Jersey, in 1708. HENRY, Carolyn Dec 2, 1931 - Mar 1, 2023. Polly passed away surrounded by her loving family. Visitation was held on Thursday, February 16th 2023 from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM and on Friday, February 17th 2023 from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM at the Miguez Funeral Home - Jennings (114 E Shankland Ave, Jennings, LA 70546). He and Eloise Cochrane were married June 8, 1984 in Columbia, MO. James L Jennings. Share Obituary. [2] Details of Jennings life from this time have been reconstructed from the depositions of Peter Heywood, who became the new acting governor of Jamaica as Hamilton was removed. Condolences may be shared at HamlinHilbish.com. He enjoyed sports, especially boxing just like his father who fought professionally.Henry leaves to celebrate his life, his four children: Teren Hutchinson (Shekela), LeKiesha Harris (Dontrell), Tiffany Sparks Lloyd (George), Kaira Talison.
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