Robert (Bob) Lawson Fennell, Jr., age 72, passed away July 3, 2022.

Bob was born on July 23, 1949 in Savannah, Georgia.  He graduated Salutatorian at Richmond Hill High School where he was voted "Most Likely to Succeed".

Bob graduated with a Bachelor of Arts (English & Speech) Degree from Stetson University in DeLand, FL.  He received his Georgia Teacher Certification from Georgia Southern University and his Texas Teacher Certification from Texas Tech University.  Bob went on to receive his Master of Education and his Master of Education (Media Specialist) from Georgia Southern University.

Bob retired after thirty-two years of educational employment with Richmond Hill High School, Richmond Hill Primary School, H.V. Jenkins High School, Savannah High School, and Midland High School.

Bob enjoyed teaching, coaching, and directing during his educational career.  He was a talented musician, speech and drama coach, theatre director, and story reader.  Bob said that one his all-time favorite missions was singing, playing keyboards, and writing vocal harmonies in a Praise Band called "Manna".  This praise and worship team spread God's Word through music and song for almost four years.

Bob served as pianist and organist with Richmond Hill United Methodist Church for 12 years and with several other churches in the Savannah area.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Lawson Fennell, Sr. and Margaret Elizabeth Davis Fennell Judy.

He is survived by many cousins, friends, and people that love him.

A celebration of Bob's life will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, July 23, 2022 at New Beginnings Community Church in Richmond Hill, GA.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

Flowers are welcome but those wishing to make a donation can do so to:New Beginnings Community Church, Life Recovery Group, 75 Crosswind Drive, Richmond Hill, GA 31324.