He was born in the Bronx, New York to the late Pernell Armaratha McEwen, Sr. and Dorothy McEwen.
Pernell graduated from Samuel Gompers High School in the Bronx. He then served his community his whole life, both in the United States Army, and then as a detective in the New York Police Department for 27 years.
Pernell became a lifelong collector of postage stamps and coins. He was a dedicated member of the numismatist community for over 50 years.
Pernell was a good natured and generous person with a big heart. He was an honest man, loving father, and devoted husband. He truly enjoyed spending time with family and friends, and he delighted in helping and caring for others. His kindness and friendliness to all people will be deeply missed.
Pernell’s favorite Bible verse comes from the book of 1 Peter.
Chapter 1, verse 16: “For it is written, Be holy, because I am holy.”
He was an active member of the church, having attended Beulah Church of God in Christ Jesus in Brooklyn, NY, as well as Truth Church of Apopka, FL.
Pernell’s influence and care will always be remembered.
He was preceded in death by three children, Richard McEwen, Regis McEwen and Marla Garren; as well as three siblings, Lutricia Harvey, Paul McEwen, and Princeton McEwen.
Pernell is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Judith McEwen; son, Pernell A. McEwen III and daughter, April Outerbridge; and grandchildren, Brian, Andre, Devan, Christopher, Brandon and Marasha.
Please join us at Truth Church at 8125 Gilliam Road in Apopka, Florida for Visitation on Sunday, May 5th from 5-7pm, and on Monday, May 6th for a Celebration of Life at 10:00am. Pernell will be laid to rest at Cape Canaveral National Cemetery in Mims, Florida later that day at 2pm.
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Arrangements have been entrusted to Baldwin-Fairchild Funeral Home.
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