James “Lionel” Fenwick, 62, of Mechanicsville, MD passed away on July 29, 2017.
He was born March 26, 1955 in Bushwood, MD to Dorothy Elizabeth Carter Fenwick and the late Philip L. Fenwick, Sr.
Lionel was a jack of all trades, and spent most of his adult life assisting family and friends using his excellent skills such as painting, auto repairs, detailing cars, carpet cleaning, air conditioning, roofing, lawn care, decorating, house cleaning and de-cluttering, and hardwood flooring. He used those skills successfully from Mechanicsville, MD, the old Oakville, MD and Washington DC for over 35 years. James loved to be around family and friends and was always there to pick up the pieces. He was known for how well he could set up and clean up after every function (and there were many). He was a sharp dresser and loved his hats. Lionel also enjoyed telling jokes and had a wonderful sense of humor. He enjoyed spending time with his daughter, Cheryl Fenwick (his pride and joy) and his five grandchildren: Michael, Rasha, James, Shakylia and Charles and six great-grandchildren: Dylan, Ryan, Tyler, Serenity, Ahniyah, and Nikiyah. His favorite past-time was spending time with his many friends, family and extended family in Oakville, MD. Other hobbies included shooting pool, watching the ball games in Oakville, dancing, talking politics and playing a good game of chess.
He is survived by his loving family: mother, Dorothy Fenwick of Mechanicsville, MD, 1 daughter Cheryl Fenwick of Washington, DC; his siblings: Dorothy Goldring of Clements, MD, Francis Fenwick of Mechanicsville, MD; Charlotte Price (George) of Capitol Heights, MD, Signe Fenwick of Upper Marlboro, MD, Joseph Fenwick (Gail) of White Plains, MD, Charles Fenwick of Mechanicsville, MD, Michael Jackson of Washington, DC, Jerry Medley of Washington, DC, Francis Medley of Silver Spring, MD, Bernadette Medley of Chevy Chase, MD, Tawanda Medley of Forestville, MD, Deborah Cousar (Timothy) of Largo, MD, Marvina Medley of Brentwood, MD, Larry Medley of Largo, MD, Paula Medley, Washington , DC, Stephanie Harrell (Frank), Accokeek, MD, Tee Miles, Leonardtown, MD and Butchy Hawkins of Washington, DC.
Lionel is also survived by numerous other relatives, nieces, nephews, close friends and people who loved him dearly.
He was preceded in death by his fathers , Philip L. Fenwick Sr. and James A. Medley Sr.; and brothers, Philip L. Fenwick Jr., Anthony “Bucky” Medley and James “Cool Cat” Medley.
Special Thanks to Agnes Mason (Sugar Pig) who is a lifelong friend and like a member of the family. She has been very instrumental in making all contacts and setting up everything for Lionel’s Celebration of Life.
Would like to acknowledge and give special thanks to his cousin Kevin Fenwick who has always been there for Lionel. Kevin always made sure that Lionel returned home safely.
The family would also like to give a special thanks to Jerry Lewis, a neighbor and devoted friend.
Family will receive friends on Saturday, August 12, 2017 at 11 a.m., with a Funeral Service celebrated by Pastor Michael P. Barber at 12:00 p.m., at Brinsfield Funeral Home, 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Interment will be private.
The Repast will follow at the St. Joseph’s Community Center, 41610 Kavanagh Rd, Mechanicsville, MD (Oakville) 20659.
