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Obituary For Reverend Milton (Abdwele) Fann

Reverend Milton Ahdwele Fann, a native of Atlanta, was born January 26,1954, the second Child of the late Rosel and Miller Fann, to his family and long-time friends, he was affectionately known as “Chip” Milton attended Caroline F. Harper Elementary School and Walter F. George High School in southeast Atlantia. He graduated from Georgia Hight School in 1974. In 1974, Milton Joined the U.S. Military, serving until 1979 and receiving an honorable discharge.

In 1979, Milton joined the Shrine of the Black Madonna of the Pan African Orthodox Christen Church (PAOCC). He was given the name Ahdwele Dakarai , which means, God brought me happiness. At the Church, he met and married his beloved wife of 29 years, Rev. Velma “Maia” Thomas Fann, and to this union was born Olu Dakarai Fann. Olu is following in his father footsteps, remaining active in the church ministries even as he pursues a rising career in entertainment.

Connected to his community, Milton served as chairman of the Board of the Georgia High School Alumni Class of 1972. Under his tenure, the class of ’72 made several donations to the Rosel Fann Recreation Center to award scholarship to the youth enrolled in the after school and summer camp programs. Milton serviced on several boards in the PAOCC, including the National Board. Milton also served National board of Directors, the National Board of Pastors, and the local South Regional Board. Milton also served as chairman of the board of the Shrine of the Black Madonna Cultural center and book Store.

Rev. Milton Ahdwele Chip Fann leaves to celebrate his life his beloved church an southeast Atlanta communities; his wife Maia and son Olu; brother Marcus Fann; sister Vivian “Tina” Baker (Jeff); brother Martin “ML” Fann; nephews James Fann(Stacy), Major Fann, Jayson Baker, Kendall Fann, Jeremy Fann, Aiden Fann; great nephews Caleb Fann, Eli Fann, Asher Fann; great nieces Angel Thomas Daniels; sisters-in-Law Eleanor Davis and Judge Deborah Thomas, and a host of god-children, relatives and friend.

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Guest Book

Thank you, Milton, for being there when no one else was. When nobody believed in me you did. My next song is for you, brotha.

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I'm from Nigeria.. n my name is Enaefe Egbe.. my since condolences to Rev Milton.. God has brought me my own happiness today.

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I was Lost in thought after listening to Jermaine Cole ( j. Cole) song.. the song was dedicated to Milton that's how i knew about him.. in loving memory of him .. and secondly the meaning of his name brought Joy to me today.. God has brought me Happiness

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Dear Family, Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your loved one. The time will soon come when sickness and death will be no more. (Isaiah 33:24 & Revelation 21:4) May you be comforted beyond measure with all that God promises, for he cannot lie. (Titus 1:2)

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My sincere condolences to the Bishop Fann's family. He will truly be remembered as a man after God's own heart. My prayers are with Maia, his lovely wife and your family. I want you to know this is a hard road to travel; but you can make it with the Lord.

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