Mr. Orrett George Isles Hart, Sr.

Orrett George Isles Hart, Sr. was born on August 21, 1940 to Willword and Emerita Hart in Leinster, St. Mary, Jamaica. He was the third of six siblings. Born prematurely, Orrett was a fighter from the beginning. This spirit, along with the loving care from his mother and others, helped him to grow to an exceptionally healthy young man. In 1948, the family relocated to Kingston where the children matriculated to high schools there. Orrett attended Calabar High School. Upon graduating in 1957, he joined the family business of Hart’s Enterprise Ltd. Orrett trusted the Lord as his Savior at a young age and was baptized soon after. At that time, he was received into fellowship at Elim Gospel Assembly where he and his family worshiped. He would go on to play several integral roles at this assembly for decades Orrett was introduced to his future wife Cecile (Cherry) Ellis by a mutual friend. They married on March 31, 1965. Their union produced five sons: Gordon (deceased), Willword, Jason, Orrett Jr., and Carlos.Orrett began developing his entrepreneurial journey by working with his father in the hardware industry, and later working in dry goods alongside his mother. The valuable lessons learned from these experiences laid the foundation for him to launch out on his own. In 1978, Orrett opened the doors of the New Uptown Restaurant and Quick Snack Counter. With this endeavor, his abilities and personality flourished as he merged his love for people, food, and service. Not only did he relish serving his community, but he also developed a keen interest in his staff and their families, treating them with kindness and generosity as well as the community at large. At Elim, he was an active and influential member whose gifts and talents were chiefly dedicated to the church’s children ministries. He served as first Chairman of the Basic School Board, now called Elim Early Childhood Development Center. Lovingly referred to as “Uncle Orrett” by the children, he organized Sunday School outings, served as Sunday School superintendent and as also Chairman of the Deacon Board. Additionally, he ministered in various roles during church services, and helped to lead a cell group. Orrett derived deep satisfaction from fellowship with others and extending hospitality. Whether at work or at home, he thoroughly enjoyed the company of others. He was a great story-teller. This coupled with his innate ability to deliver jokes not only kept you entertained but served to lift your spirits as well. New Year’s Day was always a cherished time at the Hart household where Orrett and Cherry would enjoy a day-long celebration with family, friends, and neighbors. As an avid sports fan, Orrett had the ability to follow almost any sport, quickly memorizing the rules of the game along with the names of various athletes. On a personal level, he had a lifelong love of playing dominoes and was known to be a fierce and animated competitor. He would sometimes attempt to send hints to his partner by singing songs with numbers in the verses or choruses. After retiring from the restaurant, Orrett and Cherry moved to Mandeville where they enjoyed a slower pace in life. They soon found another chapel and enjoyed deep and enriching fellowship with the believers at Mandeville Bible Chapel. In 2013, Orrett and Cherry left their beloved Jamaica and migrated to Columbia, SC. Wherever he called home, he always continued his dedication to worship. In South Carolina, that was at Bethany Chapel. There, he was once again able to participate in worship and deep fellowship sharing his talents and gifts with the believers there. After bravely facing a series of health challenges for several years, Orrett peacefully went home to be with his Lord on May 5, 2024. He was a fighter until the very end, defying the odds along the way. We will miss him greatly, but are heartened by the fact that he is no longer in pain and is standing in the presence of his Savior. He is survived by his wife (Cherry), sons Willword (Kelly), Jason (Kim), Orrett Jr. (Shauna), Carlos (Faith), and adopted son Conroy (Simone), grandchildren, Dominique, Sierra, Jayda, Marissa, Carlos Jr., Zachary, Joshua, Prestley, Sascha, Micah and Kenzie, brother Walter, sisters Faith and Grace and host of cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. He is preceded in death by his son Gordon, mother Emerita, father Willword, brother Wesley, and sister Gem. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin and friend. His faith, generosity and unwavering spirit will not be forgotten. Celebration of Life for Mr. Orrett George Isles Hart, Sr. will be 11:00 A.M. Saturday, June 8, 2024 at Decatur Bible Chapel, 3355 Snapfinger Road, Stonecrest, GA. His visitation will be from 9:00 A.M. - until the hour of service Saturday. The Celebration of Life Services streamed live. Please copy and paste the link to share, or simply click on the link to view the event. https://youtube.com/live/Jficlyg11Gg Young-Levett Funeral Home, MONROE CHAPEL, 770-267-2642.

Mr. Orrett George Isles Hart, Sr.

August 21, 1940 - May 5, 2024

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