Formally of Richmond, departed this life August 19, 2012 in Garden Grove, CA. He was drum major for Virginia State University in 1973 and 74’. He is survived by his wife, Amie Gaye; daughter, Fatima S.; two sisters, Pamela C. Jonhson and Fonda C. Arnold; one niece; five nephews and other relatives and friends. Remains rest at the Joseph Jenkins ,Jr. Funeral Home 2011 Grayland Ave. Graveside services will be held Saturday 12 Noon at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Family and friends assemble at the cemetery 11:45 AM.