Obituary - Pastor Dorene Henderson Noflin

PASTOR DORENE BABETTE HENDERSON-NOFLIN The Lord loaned Dorene Babette Henderson-Noflin, fondly known as “Dorie” to John and Dorothy Henderson on June 21, 1964, in Los Angeles, California. Dorothy and John were elated to have twin baby girls, born on Father’s Day, and were blessed on this day with the arrival. To this union, Dorie was the youngest of four children and was often referred to by her dad as (his baby). Dorie had a great childhood that she shared with her twin sister Janene Lynette Henderson. Later in her childhood the twins met Sylvia Jones and she instantly became their sister and to this day is referred to as sis. John and Dorothy made sure their family had a healthy balance and instilled a religious environment for their children. Dorie attended Sunday School and church services on a weekly basis and became a member of the Youth Choir and onto the regular choir at Adoram Missionary Baptist Church, under the leadership of Reverend Luther D. Powers. She was baptized in 1973, at the age of nine and accepted Jesus Christ as her personal Savior. Dorie started her education journey by attending 109th Street Elementary School, and went to Samuel Gompers Junior High School and matriculated to Alain Leroy Locke High School where she graduated in 1982. Dorie received Associate and Bachelor’s degree in Theology from Streamliner’s Bible College. She was ordained and became Pastor shortly after receiving her degrees. She loved the Lord and was often summoned to speak on program, as well as sing at different churches to bless them with her Word and great voice. Dorie was the Assistant Director of Eagle Rock Fellowship Food Ministry; Vice President of Eagle Rock Fellowship; Director of Youth Ministry at Eagle Rock Fellowship; served several years as Eagle Rock Fellowship television broadcaster. She became Co- Pastor of The Ministry Center and later became the Pastor of The Ministry Center. Dorie Co-founded The Sa’Lina Danette Memorial Scholarship Fund.

Dorie had a heart of gold and would always see the good in everyone she came in contact with. As a very diplomatic individual with an infectious smile, she would always make sure that her family and friends lacked nothing. She was caregiver for her mother Dorothy for several years, and there was nothing that she would not do for “Ladybug”. Dorie and her sister shared all seven of their grandchildren with each other, Camry, Aiden, C’Niya, Khaylin, Khylin, Khoy, and Milan. She had many god-children and loved each one of them and treated them all as her own, Tiesha Barker, Anthony Phillips Jr., Amanda Jefferson, Andrew Jefferson, Kayla Brown, and Kevyon Davis. Dorie went from labor to reward on January 1, 2021. She was preceded in death by her father John Henderson and both of her brothers, Eugene Horton and John Henderson, Jr. Dorie leaves to carry on her legacy: her loving and devoted husband Nathaniel Noflin, II, her daughter Paris Noflin, her sons Nathaniel Noflin, III and Micah Cook, mother Dorothy L. Henderson, her twin sister Janene Henderson-Johnson (William), two (2) grand-daughters Camry Vinson and C’Niya O’Daniell, one (1) grand-son Aiden Noflin; a special niece that was like a daughter to her Sa’Brina Tasker-Clements (Troy) all of Los Angeles, California; her God-sister Monique Brown of Anaheim, California and Sylvia Jones of Los Angeles, California. Dorie had several special friends Barbara Martin, Glynis Phillips and Yvette Roberts of Los Angeles, California. She also had a host of nieces and nephews.

Prayer....................................................................... Elder Nathaniel Noflin, II Scripture Reading ...................................................................... Old Testament New Testament Acknowledgements ............................................... Janene Henderson-Johnson Selection ……………………“I Pray We’ll Be Ready” ............ Felicia Coney Poem ............................................................................ Sharon “Romie” Minor Remarks & Resolutions ...............................................Limit 2 Minutes Please Selection ………………“My Soul Has Been Anchored” ......... Felicia Coney Slideshow & Selection .......................................... Sa’Brina Tasker-Clements Obituary ....................................................................... 3 minutes read silently Eulogy...................................................................... Elder Nathaniel Noflin, II Recessional …………………“Well Done” .......................... Deitrick Haddon Interment Inglewood Park Cemetery 720 East Florence Avenue Inglewood, CA 90301 Immediately following (Florence entrance)

When I Am Gone When I am gone, release me, let me go. I have so many things to see and do. You mustn’t tie yourself to me with tears. Be happy that we had so many years. I give you my love, you can only guess, How much you gave to me in happiness. I thank you for the love, each of you have shown, But now it’s time I travel on alone. To grieve awhile for me, oh grieve you must Then let your grief be comforted by trust. It’s only for a while that we must part To keep the memories within your heart. I won’t be far away, for life goes on. If you need me, call and I will come. Though you can’t see me or touch me, I’ll be near And if you listen with your heart, you’ll hear. All of my love around you, soft and clear. And then, when you come this way alone, I’ll greet you with a smile, and say, “Welcome Home!!”



We love you Goddie! Goddie you will be forever remembered in my heart as a loving, beautiful and giving person. Always having a place in your heart for everyone. I am blessed to have been loved and cared for by You, God-Dad, Brother and Sister. I thank God for the memories. Especially when you Are smiling, saying to me, ok. Goddaughter, I love you. I love you more Godmother. Amanda I was Blessed for your friendship, strength, kindness and tremendous faith throughout the years. Your smile, laughter, prayers and love will be immensely missed. Until we meet again my Queen, my Goddie and my “Gemi”. I love you, Godson Drew I never knew the day God would call your name; I never knew the last time I say you would be my last time seeing your sweet face. I would like you to know I will always cherish the times and conversations we had together. Until we meet again I want to thank you in advance for keeping watch over our souls. You will always be missed and never forgotten. Love always your oldest God-daughter, Tiesha You were the best not only because you were my only but you made me feel like I was your only. Whatever I wanted growing up you got it for me and money wasn’t an option. I will always remember that big kool-aid smile and that attention I would get when you came around. I want you to rest Goddie and kiss Grandma for me. Your God son “Boobie” (Anthony) Goddie, I already miss you so much. Words can’t describe how I’m feeling. Thank you for always treating me like your other daughter. You will forever be missed. I’ll never forget all the memories. I love you goddie! Love your goddaughter Kayla! I love you Goddie, Love your god son Kevyon

ctÜ|á ;Wtâz{àxÜ< On January 1st of this new year, a beautiful soul left this earth. On January 1st of this year, my heart could have burst. On the 1st day of this new year I lost my mommy, my best friend and my first love. My world will never be the same but it will be okay because she taught me to be tough. She taught me how to love. She taught me how to forgive. She taught me how to move on when I’ve got no more to give. She loved everyone and was loved back. She made sure her family and friends would never lack. Though tired and sick, she worked tirelessly to provide for and comfort others. Right up until her clock ticked its last tock. My mother will be remembered because she was THE BEST! So when I feel sad and selfish and want her back here. I remind myself, she deserves to rest! I love you so much my MOMMY! I’ll miss hearing your voice. And thought you left us much sooner than expected. I’ll re- spect that God made this choice. Not everyone get to meet an angel on earth. I’ve lived with one my entire life. And so did her granddaughters to whom I gave birth. So fly high Mommy In your new bod! No more pain and no more stress. You have your dream home now and a new address. So party it up for me in that golden city. And until we meet again, I will miss you dearly. Rest peacefully in paradise my LOVE! Nate “N3” (Son) Micah (Son) We love you Mom!

Sweet Dorie! I’m going to miss you so much. I’ll be comforted by all the great memories! And boy we’ve had so many! Thank you “Big Sis” for be- ing there for me when I needed it! Though you’re gone from this life you’ll always have a place in my heart!! I love you forever!! Rest Easy Big Sis! Love your God sister, Mona Mina! Dorene We were Best Friends for 32 ½ years and we shared laughs, memories and inside jokes. Dorie was always a loving, caring person and we stood by each other’s side no matter what. I am comforted by knowing you are in a far better place. There is no hurting, no suffering and no pain in Heaven and I know that’s where you are. I was blessed to have you in my life. You will always be loved and never forgotten. Love you always, Shell Shock Death takes the body… God takes the soul… Our mind holds the memories… Our hearts are broken we miss her sooooo No words can express what we are feeling But God knows my heart. I love your family like my own. Rest on my Sista Friend, til we meet again.. Roderica & Mother Cindy Dori, we are from the same family tree, cousin to cousin is a special thing. Although we called each other sisters, a closeness is what we shared. I can recall our last conversation telling each other I love you, not knowing it was our last time. But Jesus knew and I know how much you love Jesus. So, for now I will treasure our memories talking about our kids and grandchildren. You are in my heart forev- er. Until we meet again. I love you sis/cousin, Rhonda

DORENE, You have been such a great sister-in-law to the Noflin family. We will forever cherish our moments and times spent with each other. We are saddened that we will not be able to see you in the flesh, but rejoicing that you are with the Heavenly Father gives us joy and peace that passes all understanding. You were aware of the way we felt about you prior to your transitioning because we always told you that we love you, just know that our feelings remain the same. We are so glad you made it, until we meet again. Romans 14:8 if we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die, we die for the Lord. So whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord. Love the Noflin family! DORENE Dori (as we fondly called her) was: Dedicated and devoted to the Lord her faith and very Dear to her family and friends. Outstanding in every area of her earthly life’s pursuits, endeavors and aspirations. Radiantly Resilient no matter the challenges life present to her. Easy-going and Effectual at Edifying and Empowering others. Naturally Nurturing and Notorious for being extremely Nice to everyone; Yes, that was Dori!!! Effectively Emanating & Exuding love, joy, peace, patience, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance and being Effulgent & Ebullient as Ever!!! Dori, I love you immensely and will miss you until I see you again in Eternal Paradise. gÉ `ç UxÄÉäxw f|áàxÜ? I realize life is short. However, I was not prepared for this heartbreaking news of your passing. There is so much I want to say, but, not enough paper to express how I feel. Your infectious smile and charming personality will be missed the most to say the least. So many unforgettable memories. Whether it’s rocking on the sofa to our favorite music or the 3 of us (Sylvia, Jani and Dori) pretending to be the group “The Emotions”, using a hairbrush for our microphone…we were fabulous! Although, we didn’t talk daily on a regular basis, you were ALWAYS in my daily prayers. Missing your “Happy Birthday” text or phone call, was hard and emotional this year. Thank God, for our 45+ years of wonderful memories, which I will always cherish and keep guard in my heart. With all my love, your Sister, Sylvia



WÉÜ| WxtÜ? I never thought that the Lord would take you home before me. You were such a thought- ful daughter and you never al- lowed me to want for anything. I asked the Lord, if he needed you or just wanted you, and I am still waiting on an answer from Him. I will not say good- bye, but see you later. Keep my spot warm in Heaven. See you when I get there! Love you so much. Momma (“Ladybug”)



WÉÜ|xAAAA WÉÜ|xAAAA WÉÜ|xAAAA What can I say, I’ve been so hurt and broken ever since an angel came to take you away. Receiving the call that you “expired” seems like a cruel dream I can’t be awaken from. I was your first baby (before birthing your own chil- dren) and appreciate the countless of times you gave advice, a listening ear, and baby sat my babies. Imaging life without you seems so surreal. I never thought we would experience another loss as Lina’s. The last weeks have been trying and at times unbearable. Trying to focus and carry on as you would want me to has been almost impos- sible, but it’s what I’m striving to do. I will always cherish and miss our group text we shared everyday with my mom and Paris, and the countless of time we spent together. I often catch myself getting ready to call and text you only to come to the reality that I no longer can. The human in me wants to question why, but the God in me knows you completed your mission in the 56 years God shared you with us. I am at peace to know that you are no longer in pain and to know once you arrived in Heaven you received your new body. As you entered those Pearly Gates I can hear God telling you, job well done! To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord (2 Corinthians 5:8). This isn’t goodbye, but see you later. Love Sa’Brina (Soby, Niecie, Sablah, Soki (all the names you called me) and family ❤ .

WÉÜ| ;Åç ãÉÅu Åtàx< We started this awesome journey called life together and it has been a total blast. There are so many attributes of our lives that I am going to terribly miss. Our daily “Good morning girls” text from our group text with Sa’Brina and Paris; daily phone conversa- tions; your beautiful smile (Ladybug blessed us with those smiles); indelible personality and so much more. We had that twin thing mastered so tough. I will keep your memory alive by honoring you and continuing to live a righteous life so that I may see you and all those that have entered the gates before me, as well as looking out for your family. It is so hard going on with life after having you in my life, all my life. What a great loss. Sissy, my heart is broken and I have sought out a support group called Twin-less Twins to help me through this process. You were that glue that held us together and we balanced each other to a tee. Even though I am the oldest, you always acted as though you were the oldest. We had our own language and eye signals that only we understood. We had a code word we would say over the phone if one was in danger or distress, and we taught this to our children. We even utilized the all-time dis- tress call of “Who d Who” and most people know what that means. I am 99.9% sure that when you got to the Judgement Seat, the Lord said, “Well Done, thy good and faithful servant, enter into the joy of the Lord”. Your actions during your dash proved you would get to Heaven. You also lived your day-to-day life to make sure you would hear those words. Well Done Sissy! Thank you for being the best younger sister any girl could ask for on this side of Heaven, and thanks for your unconditional love. My heart aches and I miss you. Until we meet again! Love you my Lil Dori, your twin Janene (Jani) Lynette Henderson-Johnson

Tvà|äx ctÄÄuxtÜxÜá Nathaniel Noflin, III Kizziar Simien Micah Cook Troy Clements Steven Martinez Juquan Ganaway [ÉÇÉÜtÜç ctÄÄuxtÜxÜá Aiden Noflin Khoy Clements Andrew Jefferson Anthony Phillips, Jr. Anthony Aldridge Kayvion Davis Byron Noflin Harold Noflin Lester Jordan Donnie Tasker Eugene Horton John Henderson, Jr. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT The Family of Pastor Dorene B. Henderson-Noflin would like to express sincere thanks and gratitude for the acts of kindness and love extended during our time of sorrow. Please continue to keep us in your prayers and may God bless each and every one of you. We would like to thank the staff of McKay’s South Bay Mortuary, Inglewood Park Cemetery and everyone who showed their love and support during this difficult time. Thanks to Twin-less Twins Support Group. Services Entrusted to: McKay’s South Bay Mortuary 3918 Marine Avenue Lawndale, CA 90260 Obituaries by Mack Enterprises Unlimited 323.789.6224