Born November 19, 1940 in Mecklenburg County he was the son of the late Henry Jennings Bragg, Sr. and Josephine Grimes Bragg . 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. [2] The day after Stone was captured, another pirate tried to take Jennings, but he subdued the attempt. Paul LaFleur officiating. "[2] With Hornigold mentor to pirates such as Edward "Blackbeard" Teach, Sam Bellamy and Stede Bonnet, Jennings mentored pirates such as Charles Vane, 'Calico' Jack Rackham, Anne Bonny, and Mary Read. Jennings was a Director of Florida Fruit and Vegetable Association for 27 years, serving as President of The Florida East Coast Travel Association, a subsidiary of FFVA. Upon Henrys return from the service, he attended Wayne State University for a few years. 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 Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Henry Jennings to show support. Carroll was born October 20, 1941 to Earl and Roberta Laffoon Jennings in Dudley, MO. Jennings was born in Leesburg, Florida, the son of Henry Jennings Rou Sr. and Martha Albright Rou. Love, Anita Simpson. Henry Jennings, please click here to visit our Sympathy Store. Henry Lee became a member of St. James AME Church at a young age. For Customer Service please call: 1-888-610-8262. He held a seat on The Citrus Associates of the NY Cotton Exchange. The merchant ship sailed back to Jamaica and told of the incident, where Jennings was described as a pirate for preying on both English and Spanish ships. He was a member of Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity, and active in the Citrus Club, which would later become his life's work. There is evidence that Jennings owned enough land in Jamaica to live comfortably, thus leaving his motivations for piracy to conjecture. Due to the constraints of public gathering during the COVID-19 pandemic, a viewing will be held an hour prior to the service only. [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. [15], Jennings and the crews remained in Jamaica until the end of February. [3] After the Florida raid, Jennings and his crew also linked up with Ben Hornigold's "three sets of pirates" from New Providence Island. 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. 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. 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. My sympathy's go out to the entire Rou family. Price, age 91, passed away February 14, 2023. He formed his company, H. Jennings Rou, Inc. in 1966, a full-service citrus business. George Henry Jennings, 88, formerly of 153 Ottawa Court, Danville, VA, passed away, Saturday, May 15, 2021 at Chatham Health and Rehabilitation Center, Chatham, VA. Henry Jennings's passing has been publicly announced by RG & GR Harris Funeral Homes- Detroit in Detroit, MI. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Jennings and his family arrived in West Jersey in September 1680. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. Carroll H. Jennings, 79, passed away Thursday, January 7, 2021 at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, MO. He was also a gifted artist. ZYMROZ, Leo Mar 29, 1926 - Feb 28, 2023. Jennings was born in Leesburg, Florida, the son of Henry Jennings Rou Sr. and Martha Albright Rou.Jennings attended school in Tavares, Florida. Henry Jennings. They kept Stone for four days, but were recorded as having taken only twenty gallons of rum. [14], Jennings set sail for Jamaica carrying back an estimated 350,000 peso,[3] or 120,000 pieces of eight,[9] accompanied by fellow Captain John Wills and his crew of the Eagle. 11:00 AM. During his tenure the organization expanded statewide.Jennings was a Director of Florida Fruit and Vegetable Association for 27 years, serving as President of The Florida East Coast Travel Association, a subsidiary of FFVA.He was a Director of Florida Citrus Packers and of the Seald Sweet Sales Cooperative, and was a member and President of Lake Orange Extension Advisory Committee. Jennings attended school in Tavares, Florida. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. February 15, 2023 He was loved and cherished by many people including : his parents, Henry Jennings Bragg, Sr. and Josephine Grimes Bragg; his daughter Kathryn Bragg White (Gregory) of Greenville, NC; his close friend Gail Kimbrough of Plymouth, NC; his sister Elizabeth "Libby" Bragg Grey of Chapel Hill, NC; his grandson Brandon G. White; and also, Ginger Ayers and Karen Kimbrough. The Indiana Senate passed a bill Monday that would raise the speed limit for trucks and other large vehicles on rural highways and interstates, despite opposition from the state's . 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. 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. [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. [20] In early 1718, Jennings sailed to Bermuda to turn himself in,[2] surrendering to authorities and accepting the reprieve. Bishop John Henry Jennings, age 96, of Forrest City, died Tuesday, July 20, 2004, at Crestpark Retirement Inn and Residential.Bishop Jennings was born June 11, 1908, in Haynes. He was preceded in death by his brother, Michael Albright Rou, Sr. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. After the successful attack, on April 4, 1716, Jennings questioned the French crew. It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. If there is anything that I can do, please let me know. Olive Baptist Church in Denmark. Henry was the oldest of four sons born to Reckard and Annie Lampkin Jennings, of Lockhart, Texas. [4] Starting in 1716 and for around a year and a half, Jennings sailed during the Golden Age of Piracy, sailing with individuals such as pirate "Black Sam" Bellamy. [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. Show Your Sympathy to the Family. He was outvoted, with 23 of his crew joining Jennings' forces for the attack as well. He has been involved with Florida Southern College for many years and was chosen to receive the Distinguished Alumni Award in 2013.In 1962, Jennings began his 50 plus year career in the Citrus Industry. Graveside service for Mr. Henry Jennings will be held 11:00 am Wednesday, July 7, 2021 in Shiloh Baptist Church Cemetery in Dadeville, Alabama. 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. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. Henry Jennings Rou II Obituary It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. [2] In April 1716, the Spanish salvagers had left the site of Jennings' first two attacks, and Jennings returned again to the site, this time leading efforts to recover more sunken treasure. Funeral arrangement under the care ofWright's Funeral Home. Henry enjoyed and liked to talk to friends, relatives, and acquaintances. After graduation he attended the University of Florida before enlisting in the US Air Force in his Freshman year. Richard Henry Jennings, age 78, of Jackson, Michigan passed away on Saturday, November 19, 2022. They had been sanctioned to "Execute all manner of Acts of Hostility against pyrates according to the Law of Arms," with explicit instructions not to attack anyone except pirates. He was also cherished by nieces, nephews and cousins. A Graveside service will be conducted on Saturday, May 22, 2021 at 11AM from Highland Burial Park with Bishop Michael Walker, Eulogist. "[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. Fisher and Watkins Funeral Home is assisting the Jennings family. Henry was a very intelligent, charismatic, and handsome man. Michigan 48135, (734) 425-9200 [19] At the start of 1716, Hornigold had proposed that he would lead the pirates of the Nassau Pirate Republic, with the pirates choosing the moniker "Flying Gang. [emailprotected], 31551 Ford Rd. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. His intention was to fish the Spanish wrecks, moving up from the Isle of Pines to Florida. Sign the Guest Book. A memorial service will be held at 12:00 pm on Saturday, August 21, 2021, at Harris Funeral Home, 15251 Harper Avenue, Detroit, Michigan, 48135.Please share a memory of Henry on his Tribute Wall. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Leroy Henry Gary to pay them a last tribute. In 1962, Jennings began his 50 plus year career in the Citrus Industry. To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of View The Obituary For George Henry Jennings of Chatham, Virginia. When he went off to find the Marianne, he found that Hornigold had already commandeered the ship. He was the sweetest man with the most beautiful smile and those eyes..I would always tell him Frank Sinatra had nothing on him. [10][12], The New Providence capital of Nassau by 1715 was the former capital of the collapsed Bahamian government. [5], Author Colin Woodard describes Jennings as "an educated ship captain with a comfortable estate" on Bermuda,[2] and he had estates on both Bermuda and Jamaica. I will miss our conversations at Lisa's. Henry Jennings was born in Detroit, Michigan on March 24, 1958 to William Henry Jennings and Sara Viola Jennings, both of Henrys parents preceded him in death. Henry was enlisted in the United States Army during the period of January 2, 1976 to December 13, 1978. He has a large extended family of nieces, nephews and cousins. Flowers are delivered by the preferred local florist of Wright's Funeral Home. He has been involved with Florida Southern College for many years and was chosen to receive the Distinguished Alumni Award in 2013. The woodcutters were then put on the next ship captured for Jennings' fleet, with the ship also manned with some of Jennings' own crew. [2][self-published source?] Arrangements are entrusted to Hamlin & Hilbish Funeral Directors, Eustis. Services Guestbook Condolences Memorial Donation. We have been blessed to know them our entire lives and applaud the influence and contributions that Jennings made to our community. (734) 425-9200 They rounded Cape Corrientes on April 2. Graveside services will be at 11:00 AM Thursday, January 14, 2021, at Stidham Family Cemetery in Duffield, VA. Online condolences may be made to the Jennings family by visiting our website at www.colonialfhscott.com. As his fleet and his fame grew, his fleet became too large and needed to be split into two groups. 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 B. Jennings, age 91, of Holyoke, passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2015 at his home. [15] The Barsheba dropped anchor in Jamaica on January 26, 1716. 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. He was preceded in death by his brother, Michael Albright Rou, Sr. Jul 3, 2021 Mr. Henry Jennings of Dadeville, Alabama peacefully transitioned home to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 1, 2021. Garden City, Henry Jennings Rou II passed away on Thursday, December 8, 2022 after an extended illness. Show your support Send Flowers Comfort the family with flowers or a sympathy gift. Send Flowers. He was well known for his quality fresh fruit, and his famous Rainbow brand topped the New York Auction for several years. (77 years old), January 14, 1946 - [12] When Jennings and his men raided the storehouses,[4] they forced the retreat[3] of around 60 soldiers[3][11] with superior numbers of 300 privateers,[11] stealing about 87,500 in gold and silver, equivalent to a ten-year salary. He served as Chairman of the Board and Chairman Emeritus. [citation needed], On July 31,[9] 1715,[4] all 11 vessels[9] of the 1715 Treasure Fleet,[9] a large Spanish treasure fleet heading out from Havana,[4] wrecked in a hurricane along the coasts of Florida[4] near Cape Canaveral. Email Us Jennings was one of only two boys to finish in the top five in both events, with the other being Hamilton-Wenham's Will Harrington (5th, 49.42 and 4th, 49.11). Jennings came across the moored men several days later, and offered to allow them to join his fleet, which they took him up on. The family is so thankful for his wonderful loving caregivers throughout his illness. What a blessing for being able to share each others love for 62 years. [14] The Spanish captain then sailed to Cuba, and reported the plundering of his ship to the Spanish viceroy. Jennings is one of the few pirates in the 18th century and in general to enjoy a retirement. He and Eloise Cochrane were married June 8, 1984 in Columbia, MO. 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He was the son of the late Henry M. Jennings and Molly Peters Jennings and was retired. [2], The newly appointed Governor of the Bahamas, Woodes Rogers,[20] issued a royal decree on September 5, 1717, which pardoned all pirates who surrendered within the year. 15451 Farmington Rd. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. 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. An investigation found that Jennings was involved in a domestic situation with a passenger while he was driving and. Leroy Henry Gary Obituary We are sad to announce that on February 15, 2023, at the age of 77, Leroy Henry Gary of Jennings, Louisiana passed away. Upon his return, he attended Florida Southern College and graduated with a Degree in Business and a Minor in Citrus. Samuel Jennings or Samuel Jenings was born in England and died in Burlington, New Jersey, in 1708. Jennings and Willis, in accordance with their commissions, brought their treasure to Hamilton. 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 born on July 20, 1931, in Flint, Michigan to Raymond Marshall Price and Hazel May (Cummings) Price. Obituaries; Public Notices; JENNINGS: Good drink, and great music, at the NACC's Art of Beer . Make sure relatives of Henry Jennings know they have sympathy messages here. However, Jennings found the rest awaiting shipment on the beach in a lightly guarded fort[5] at Palma de Ayz, possibly close to Vero Beach. Copyright 2011 - 23 Colonial Funeral Home. Grief Support. Graveside Service Thursday, Jan 14, 2021 10:00 AM. He was loved and cherished by many people including : his parents, Henry Jennings Rou Sr. and Martha Albright Rou; his wife Ann Huffstetler Rou; his children, Jennifer Woodbury (Mark), Henry Jennings Rou III (Diane) and Alison Rou (Liz Tigelaar); his grandchildren, Abigail Roulston (Stewart), Grace Woodbury, William Matthew Rou and Wilder Henry Tigelaar-Rou; his great grandchild Theodore Henry Roulston; his sister-in-law Linda Rou; and his brother Michael Albright Rou, Sr.. Polly was born October 9, 1948 in Jennings, LA to Mr. Charles and Edolia (Buller) Curet. Henry was the seventh child of eight siblings, six girls and two boys. Condolences may be shared at HamlinHilbish.com. Jennings was born in Leesburg, Florida, the son of Henry Jennings Rou Sr. and Martha Albright. Burial will be in the Mt. Would you like to offer Henry Jennings Rou IIs loved ones a condolence message? 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. He formed his company, H. Jennings Rou, Inc. in 1966, a full-service citrus business. The last text I shared with him was on his birthday April 18,2021 I shared the song I will not Complain with him. [15] Around this time, a Spanish squadron of ships sent to capture Jennings instead burned the boats of several Englishmen on an island, while the Englishmen were ashore chopping wood. Hamilton afterwards transferred to HMS Bedford for the remainder of the journey. Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. The following day off the coast of Cuba, Bersheba spotted Sam Bellamy and Paulsgrave Williams, who were looting a ship. Henry Jennings Rou II passed away on Thursday, December 8, 2022 after an extended illness. You may also light a candle in honor of Henry Jennings Bragg Jr. or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service. Add a Memory Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. He was a retired farmer and is survived by his wife, Jocelyn M. Jennings of Forrest City; a son, Lester Jennings of Carson, Calif.; six. Write your message of sympathy today. Love always, He was gifted with a beautiful voice that shined in his many years in the church choir. [15] After political pressure, Hamilton issued proclamations in April 1716 forbidding all commissioned vessels in Jamaica from fishing the Florida wrecks for plunder. 1425 Greensboro Road; Martinsville , VA , 24112; Telephone: (276) 632-2206; Fax: (276) 632-2208; Email: Click Here; Contact 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. Let the family know you are thinking of them. During the attack, he fired the Bersheba's Great Gun himself, easily taking the ship. Hamilton would later deny involvement in the upcoming attacks on Spanish wrecks. Privacy Policy, Hamlin & Hilbish Funeral Directors Afterwards he released the crew on their ship, which he did not sink. In that process, his fleet encountered a large armed merchant ship flying French colors in a harbor, named the St. Marie. Professional Service provided by Wright's Funeral Home, Send flowers to the service of Henry Jennings. Until we meet again sweet man. Lynn Miles, When I met Jennings many years ago, I remember being so impressed with his calm demeanor and willingness to help. Mar 2, 2023. 10:00 AM. Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. Mr. Jennings was born June 24, 1984 in Halifax County, VA to Henry E. Jennings, Jr. and the late Monteenia Bethea Jennings and was married to Shanita Bailey Jennings. [14], Jennings arrived to find Bellamy sailing away, and although he fruitlessly gave chase, he gave up and returned to the St. Marie to find the valuables taken. We are sad to announce that on February 15, 2023, at the age of 77, Leroy Henry Gary of Jennings, Louisiana passed away. 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. Obituary A Mass of Christian Burial for Mr. Leroy Henry Gary, 77, of Jennings, will be held on Friday, February 17, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. in St. Joseph Catholic Church in Evangeline, with Rev. MI 48135 He served for over two years in England with the Strategic Air Command. [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. Henry was baptized and accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early age at Elyton Baptist Church in Detroit, Michigan. Henry leaves to cherish his precious memory his surviving sisters: Alice Bonita (Carl), Marjorie Ann (Al) and a multitude of Nieces, Michelle, Tonya, Ayana, Sherhonda, Sheronica, April, Kemba, Sheree and Joleta (predeceased), nephews, Percy Ray, Joseph, David, Eric, Billy Joe, James, Jermaine, Sean, Kasaun, Israel, Kenyatta, Ronald, Saraun, William, Allen, LeBaron, Carlos, Carl Ray (predeceased), JuQuan (predeceased.) . Send Flowers. Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Wright's Funeral. [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. Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. [9] It was one of his last acts as governor before Hamilton was himself arrested, and overall he declared all passes issued to treasure hunters null and void, meaning that henceforth, any captain attacking Spanish forts or vessels in peacetime was a pirate. Charles served our Country honorably in the Navy. Love lives on Copyright 2009 - 23 Fisher & Watkins Funeral Home, Inc.. All Rights Reserved.Funeral Home Website by Batesville | Funeral Planning and Grief Resources. He was a member of Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity, and active in the Citrus Club, which would later become his life's work. By using this website, you accept the use of cookies. Amani, Darius, Zaria, Fahrod, Zalia, Zamaria, Brielle, Nina, Amaya, Naturi, Catherine, and Joelle will dearly miss their grandfather. As a result, the viceroy, who had also heard of Jennings' pillaging the shore camp, was "outraged," and contacted Hamilton to demand the pirates be hanged. They had then rowed off in the wind with 28,500 pieces of eight. Flying Gang Sources Primary Sources [2] They left Bluefields on the morning of March 9, regrouping a few days later at Isla de los Pinos near Cuba. Send a Card. Jennings first recorded act of piracy took place in early 1716 when, with three vessels and 150300 men, Jennings' fleet ambushed the Spanish salvage camp from the 1715 Treasure Fleet. Funeral arrangement under the care ofHamlin & Hilbish Funeral Directors. A rosary was held on Thursday, February 16th 2023 at 6:30 PM at the same location. George Henry Jennings, please click here to visit our Sympathy Store.