Rev. George E. Poole

The Rev. George Edward Poole, Pastor was a man after God's own heart. He dedicated 32 years serving the people of God  with a selfless love that penetrated the hearts of all that encountered his generous spirit.

George went home to be with the Lord August 21, 2021, in Indianapolis, IN, surrounded by his wife, Lisa and his family. George was born November 3, 1953, to McKinley and Annie Poole. George graduated from Benton Harbor High school in 1971 and furthered his education at Aenon Bible College.

George accepted the Lord in 1980. He began his ministry as an Assistant Pastor to the Late Bishop George Dewberry at Bethlehem Temple Church. The Lord sent George to pastor the Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ in Buchanan, MI, and Greater Harvest Assembly in South Bend, IN. He completed his servantship at Second Chance Ministry in Indianapolis, IN.

George was the family Pastor and the family favorite. He enjoyed spending time with his beloved family and was always ready for the next family event. He was an avid sports fan, enjoyed coaching and inspiring his children, grandchildren to be their best.

George was preceded in death by his mother and father, brothers Donald and Melvin Poole. He leaves behind his wife Lisa Poole, children Julius Poole, Vonetta (Daniel) McGinnis, Isaac Poole, Keianna Poole, stepchildren Tamara (Adrian) Ferguson, Ryan (Shannon) Wagner, grandchildren Jenyse McGinnis, Trey McGinnis, Trenyse McGinnis, Kenedy Lumpkin, Karisten Poole, Kadence Poole, and Ellyse (Karl) Butler, siblings Mary Washington, Kinsey (Yolonda) Poole, Loretta Poole, Dewayne Poole, Debra Poole, Lucretia (Howard) Ware, Erving (Tammie) Poole. He also leaves an uncle June Swanigan of Inkster, MI, Aunt Lena Swanigan of Benton Harbor, a host of nieces, nephews, family, and friends.

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