- Collection:
- Atlanta Funeral Programs Collection
- Title:
- Sunrise 06/06/1948, Sunset 12/19/2017, A Celebration of Life for Mr. James Herman Frink, Thursday, December 28, 2017, 12:00 Noon, Internment Arlington Memorial Park, 201 Mount Vernon Hwy, Sandy Springs, GA 30328, Fountain of Faith Missionary Baptist Church, 6712 Est Fayetteville Road, Riverdale, GA 30296, Reverend Reginald B. Newman, Pastor, Pastor Michael W. Baldwin, Officiating
- Date of Original:
- 2017-12-28
- Subject:
- African American men--Georgia--Riverdale--History--20th century
African Americans--Funeral customs and rites--Georgia--Riverdale--History--20th century
Funeral rites and ceremonies--Georgia--Riverdale---History--20th century
Funeral service--Georgia--Riverdale--History--20th century
Mourning customs--Georgia--Riverdale--History--20th century
African Americans--Georgia--Riverdale--Genealogy - Location:
- United States, Georgia, Clayton County, Riverdale, 33.57261, -84.41326
- Medium:
- church records
programs (documents)
records (documents) - Type:
- Text
- Format:
- application/pdf
- Description:
- Funeral program for James Herman Frink. Birth date: June 6, 1948. Death date: December 19, 2017. Funeral date: December 28, 2017. Church: Fountain of Faith Missionary Baptist Church (Riverdale, Ga.). The Atlanta Funeral Programs Collection is a project of the Digital Library of Georgia in association with the Auburn Avenue Research Library on African-American Culture and History as part of Georgia HomePLACE. The project is supported with federal LSTA funds administered by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Georgia Public Library Service, a unit of the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia.
- External Identifiers:
- Metadata URL:
- https://dlg.galileo.usg.edu/id:aarl_afpc_frinkjamesherman20171228
- Digital Object URL:
- https://dlg.galileo.usg.edu/do:aarl_afpc_frinkjamesherman20171228
- Language:
- eng
- Extent:
- 2 pages
- Holding Institution:
- Auburn Avenue Research Library on African-American Culture and History
- Rights:
-
Internment Arlington J.F!:"'.~~"J. J.(A.J.
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A LEGACY OF LOVE
Father, I want these whom you have given me to be with me where I am . Then they can see all the glory you gave me because you loved me even before the world began. ~John 17: 24.
"THE BEGINNING"
The life of James H erman Frink begin on June 6, 1948, in a small town called Shallotte, N orth Carolina, when the late Ethelene and James Frink were blessed with their first child.
"HIS CHILDHOOD I EDUCATION"
James (Jimmy) was a typical boy with a love for fast cars, boats and girls. He received his early education at Union High Consolidated Sch ool in N orth C arolina, graduating in 1966. He attended North Carolina Central University but left after learning h e was in line to be drafted for the Army.
"HIS CHRISTIAN WALK"
James (J immy) grew up in the church- he attended Pleasant View Baptist Church in Shallotte, North Carolina and was active in Sunday school and Bible Training. In 1995, he dedicated his life to Christ and was baptized at First Baptist Church, Vienna, Virginia. After relocating to Atlanta, Georgia, he joined Christians for Change Baptist Church in 2003 and served diligently until his health failed him. He worked with the Sound Ministry and was a member of the Michael W Baldwin Usher Board.
"HIS CAREER"
On February 13, 1969, James (Jimmy) joined the U.S. Air Force. During his 20 years of honorable military service, he
performed many jobs but his passion was aitplanes. He often dreamed of being a "Fly Boy." He decided to cross~train as
a Loadmaster, so he could fly his favorite aitplanes (C130's and C14l's). He received many Armed Forces medals and
accommodations (i.e. Distinguished Presidential Unit Qtation, Combat R
Medal with seven devices, Defense
Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal
and many others). He retired
from the Air Force on March 1, 1
month.
He was a member of the United Supreme Council of the Soverign Grand Inspectors General of the 33rd Degree of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rites of Freemasonry (Prince Hall Affiliation) Southern Jurisdiction of the U.S. and the Imperial Council, Ancient Egyptian Order Nobles of the Mystic Shrine of North and South America Jurisdiction, Inc. He was also a member of the American Legion, Post 291 and a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. He was a collector of fme watches specifically Invicta, he loved to grocery shop and fish. His retirement dream was to buy a boat and go fishing everyday.
"HIS LOVE" In 1984, James (Jimmy) met the love of his life in Frankfurt, Germany (Rein Main Air Base). On April30, 1988, James
and Priscilla were united in Holy Matrimony at Norton AFB, California and begin their new life together. James was a kind, gentle and generous man, full of life with a heart of gold and brought joy and happiness to those who knew and loved him.
"HIS TRANSITION"
After a lengthy illness, James (Jimmy) became absent from the body and present with the Lord on Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at Nursecare of Buckhead. Welcoming him into Glory are his parents Ethelene and James Frink, son Tabari, mother,in,law, Lenora Smith and other relatives and friends. Left to cherish him memory: His wife, Priscilla, children, Tyrone (Monica), James Jr., Shawanna,James Anthony andJamelia (Cyril), siblings, Helen, Leman (Velma) and Carolyn (James), grandchildren, god,children, nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles and a host of relatives and friends. James was a great man- he was spirit filled, loving, kind, energetic, inspiring and supportive. He will truly be missed.
rrom now until eternity.
I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU
- Priscilla Frink
I remember when, you walked into my life, strong, fierce, determined to win
You put a smile on my face with your warm embrace So much love in your heart, you took my breath away
You gave so much, asked for nothing in return You were there for me, through thick and thin You held my hand, brought strength unto me
My solid rock, you stood tall for me I will always love you
I remember, the friendship we had, the dreams we shared Love, joy, peace and happiness within I remember when, your pain begin
You suffered long, you suffered hard you couldn't pretend Through pain and sorrow, you tried to hold on In the time of need, you still took care of me I will always love you
Your love as trong, your love was true; the purest love,
le er knew
Through summery, rain, wintery snow Stormy skies, sunshine and more
Standing on God's promises, we kept the faith If it were possible, you would stay
But God called you home, the other day Now I'm here all alone trying hard to bear the fate There's a special place in my heart, reserved just for you
I don't know what to do now that you are gone But one thing's for sure, my love was true All I can say is that I'll always love you
The love we shared, how much we cared Throughout the years, we stood strong
Our life is not over, it just begun God sent you to me, we were meant to be You are my blessing from Heaven above,
I can feel you watching over me We will be together again some day
I will always love you.
ORDER OF SERVICE
Prelude
Processional (Instrumental)
Musical Selection..................................Christians For Change Choir
Scripture
Old Testament...........Reverend Niki Martin New Testament.........Reverend Clyde Smith
Prayer of Comfort........ ............Pastor Michael Smith
Musical Selection (Instrumental) ........... .Matthew Walker
Reflections ( 2 minutes, please)
Lynn Leonard, U .S. Airforce Military Friend R ay Moyer, Close Friend
Ann Miller, Church Member Carey Davis, U.S. Custo ms & Border Protection Employer
Helen Chestnut, Sister
Resolution... .................... ... ...American Legion, Post 29 1
Special Tribute ............ .. ...... ....Priscilla Frink
Obituary (Read Si lently , Instrumental)
Musical Selection...... . ................... ....Arrisia Sims
Eulogy........ ... .... ........ ..........Reverend Alphonso Gentle
Acknowledgements...............Adriane Head
Recessional (Instrumental)
Postlude
Repast
Christians for Change Baptist Church 2110 Bethsaida Road, Riverdale, GA 30296
ACTIVE PALLBEARERS
U.S. Customs and Border Protection Honor Guard
HONORARY PALLBEARERS
Christians for Change Baptist Church Deacons Board American Legion, Post 291
FLOWER ATTENDANTS
U.S. Customs and Border Protection Family and Friends
Fear not , for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. ~ Isaiah 41:10
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
We the family ofJames (Jimmy) Frink cannot find words adequate enough to express our sincere gratitude for the outpouring of love, concern and support during our hours of bereavement. We truly appreciate the prayers, phone calls, text messages, cards, gifts, food and especially the visits and other acts of kindness. Your deeds will never be forgotten.
Special thanks to Fountain of Faith Missionary Baptist Church for opening their doors to the family and to my U.S. Customs and Border Protection family who was there with me every step of the way to life me up, watch over me and support my every need. May God continue to bless you, smile upon you and keep you in His loving, tender care.
-The Family
Professional Services Provided By
Gus Thornhill Funeral Home, Inc. 1315 Gus Thornhill, Jr., Drive East Point, Georgia 30344
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