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REVEREND ROLAND CLINTON MCCALL

1952 - 2025

REVEREND  ROLAND CLINTON MCCALL obituary, 1952-2025, South End, MA

BORN

1952

DIED

2025

ROLAND MCCALL Obituary

McCALL, Reverend Roland Clinton Towering Figure of Faith, Love and Service Enters Enternal Rest Reverend Roland Clinton McCall, whose life was dedicated to faith, service, and unwavering commitment to God's people, passed away at the age of 72 on February 16, 2025. Born on August 4, 1952, in Philadelphia, PA, he answered the call to preach and received his license in 1973. God's calling on his life led him to Boston in 1982, where he was appointed to Grant A.M.E. Church. For 27 years, he poured his heart into the congregation, not only leading them spiritually, but also strengthening the very foundation of the church. Reverend McCall's life was a testament to his faith, resilience, and steadfast belief that "God's work, done in God's way, will always have God's support." His ministry left an indelible mark on every church he pastored, every minister he mentored, and every soul he touched. He has finished his course, fought the good fight, and now rests in the arms of his Savior. He is survived by his wife, Rhonda McCall; his four daughters, Robina Shepherd, Janine McCall, DeAnna McCall, and Rolanda McCall; son-in-love, Charles Shepherd, II; two grandchildren, Charles Shepherd, III, and Vanessa Shepherd; as well as extended family, friends, and a devoted church community. A Funeral Service will be held at Grant A.M.E. Church, 1906 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02118, on March 2, 2025 at 3:30pm. Reverend McCall will be laid to rest alongside his beloved mother at Forest Hill Cemetery (Jamaica Plains, MA).

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Published by Boston Globe from Feb. 22 to Feb. 23, 2025.

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Dorothy (Dot) Minter-Saunders

April 18, 2025

Rev. Roland Clinton McCall pastored Allen AME Church, his first church, in White Plains, New York. He met and married his wife Rhonda at Allen. I believe he pastored 8 or 9 years prior to being assigned to Grant. I remember him fondly and was proud to be a small part of his growth in the Lord and pastoring. I love you family. Stay faithful.

Rachel Butler

March 5, 2025

Reverend McCall served at St. Matthew AME Church in Philadelphia, PA. Rev. and Mrs. McCall both had a joyful and welcoming spirit. My condolences to Mrs. MCall and Family.

Kim Henson

March 2, 2025

Janine, Deanna, and Ro. You all have my deepest and heartfelt condolences in the loss of your father. May God grant you peace that surpasses all understanding.

Catherine Harris

February 28, 2025

THE HARRIS , LOWE FAMILY SENDING OUR "DEEPEST"CONDOLENCES TO THE "ENTIRE" McCALL FAMILY.
EVERLASTING,
CATHERINE HARRIS {AKA: GRANDMOTHER LOVE

LEONARD JAMES

February 27, 2025

REST IN PEACE

Cheryl McDaniels

February 24, 2025

Sis. McCall we share this deep profound loss of such a great man ! There is not another Pastor in the 1st District that can preach Isaiah 40:31 the way Rev. McCall did he would run, jump on the pews and spread his wings like an Eagle !! Thank you for sharing him with us for so many years, may God bless and keep each of you during this time. Much Love Tracy & Cheryl McDaniels & Family. The entire Mills family.

Renee Payne-Callender

February 23, 2025

May God welcome you into heaven saying "Job well done my faithful Servant" To the entire McCall Family wa´ve been please to know you all as more than the first family of Grant but as friend-family with beautiful fellowship of love and togetherness
My God´s Angels of Love, strength and comfort surround you all

Susan Matus

February 23, 2025

Sharing my thoughts and prayers of comfort with you, Robina, and your entire family and all of your father´s friends.

Sr. Laurie Jeanne MacDonald

February 22, 2025

Dear family, know that my prayers are with you always. Rev. McCall was an inspiration to me and all at Emmanuel House. Mrs. McCall and girls you are always in my heart and remember with fondness all the years at Emmanuel House kindergarten and After-school. You were all the joy of his heart. Rev. McCall will be remembered at Mass here at our Motherhouse in Graymoor New York. Blessings on you all. With love Sr. Laurie MacDonald.

Sister Esther Garcia

February 22, 2025

Dear Friends know that you are in my prayers your Father truly a good friend of Emmanuel House I enjoyed wonderful conversation with him Blessed to have known all of you. May he rest in peace. God Bless. Sister Esther Garcia Port Chester NY

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