Minister Rodney Winfred Walls

Minister Rodney Winfred Walls, son of the late Warren Walls Jr. and Pauline Harding Walls was born on May 14, 1952 in Baltimore, Maryland. Rodney grew up in the community of “Cherry Hill”. Rodney persevered through multiple medical issues, strongly leaning on the word of God for 22 years to keep him strong. With God’s Grace and Mercy, Rodney didn’t have to fight the battle anymore. Rodney transitioned peacefully into Glory at home Saturday afternoon on August 1, 2020 at 3:11 p.m. with his wife, Evelyn Elaine Walls at his side. The Lord has given him a new home. On April 10, 1976 Rodney was joined in holy matrimony to the love of is life Evelyn Elaine Sullivan of Baltimore, Maryland; sharing 44 years together. From this union they were blessed with one child, Aaron Jerell Walls. He has one grandson, Adam Walls who lovingly calls him “PopPop” along with his little sister Evea. In 1967 Rodney and his sister Rosalyn both gave their lives to the Lord on a cold Friday, January night at Faith Tabernacle Church under the leadership of Pastor R.G. Hardy. He loved music, played the cello and was an anointed drummer which led to being appointed as the church drummer. As time progressed, Rodney began singing and God blessed and gave him a powerful anointing enabling him to establish “Anointed Ministries International.” His musical inspiration came from William Grigsby, his music vocal instructor and mentor while attending high school. On January1980, he received his Certificate of License into the Gospel Ministry under the Ministry of Pastor Mitchell H. Warren at Word and Faith Fellowship, Inc. Rodney continued to carry the Gospel where ever he went. He became affiliated with many Church Organizations: (Assemblies of God International, Pastor Christopher Griffin, House of Worship, Pastors Fiifi Pentsil and Dr. Sybil Pentsil, and most recent i5City under Pastors Jimmy and Irene Rollins). A devout Minister of music, his Ministry took him on the road to Ireland, the Philippians, Cruise Ships, Carnegie Hall, Chicago, Massachusetts and many other places and churches. As a part of his ministry, Rodney mentored other groups and singers who sought the anointing of the Holy Spirit and professionalism in their ministries after observing how God used him. Rodney performed and sang at numerous weddings and events. He counseled couples and those who wanted encouragement and needed salvation. Rodney received his education in Baltimore City, attending elementary and middle school in Cherry Hill. He received his High School education at the Baltimore City College, known colloquially as City, City College, and nicknamed “The Castle on the Hill”. He graduated with honors in 1970. Upon graduating from high school, Rodney attended Baltimore Junior College, now known as Baltimore City Community College or “B.C.C.C”. April 17, 1972, Rodney became a fulltime employee with Baltimore Gas Electric Company, now known as Exelon Corporation. He retired June 30, 2000 as a Customer Service Field Collector Representative after 26 devoted years of service. Rodney will be deeply missed and remembered by family and friends. He leaves to cherish his memory a faithful and loving wife Evelyn Elaine, his Mother-In-Law Edna Lark, one son, Aaron Jerell Walls; one grandson, Adam Joell Walls; three sisters, Carolyn Gadson, Brenda Locust, Rosalyn Dopson and Phillis Thomas, who preceded him in death; two brothers, Warren Allen Walls and Ernest Walls; three sister in-laws: Felisa Walls, Edna Heath, and Lena Sullivan, four brother in-laws, Robert Sullivan, Sylvester Gadson, Michael Dopson, George Thomas Sr. and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

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Minister Rodney Winfred Walls

May 14, 1952 - August 1, 2020