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https://vimeo.com/event/5017925 Burnell Johnie Earl McQueen was born to Irvin and Essie Mae McQueen on March 25, 1957, in Chester, Texas. He was called to his eternal rest on March 22, 2025, at 2:36 a.m., just few days shy of his 68th birthday. His life was a testament to the enduring power of faith, love, and service to others. As a young man, B.J.E. McQueen committed his life to the Lord and the betterment of his community. His educational journey was an embodiment of his dedication to growth and learning, as he earned an Associate Degree from Texas State Technical College, a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration with honors from Huston-Tillotson College (University), followed by a Master of Divinity from Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary, and culminating in a Doctorate of Ministry from Houston Graduate School of Theology. Each step of his academic pursuit was a stepping stone toward his lifelong ministry. He was baptized by Reverend Hubbard at Palestine Missionary Baptist Church—the very place he joined as a child. B.J.E. McQueen call to the ministry was a profound moment in his life, accepted in 1977 at Tolivers Missionary Baptist Church in Waco, Texas, under the guidance of Charles A. Bowie and shortly studied under the wise tutelage of Pastor Cleo LaRue. These formative experiences laid the foundation for a life dedicated to shepherding the flock entrusted to his care. Rev. B.J.E. McQueen moved to Austin, T X in January 1979. There he joined Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church under G.V. Clark where he served until called to pastor at St. Stephens Missionary Baptist Church on Nov 9, 1983. During that time, he was inducted into the Martin Luther King Jr. Board of Preachers at Morehouse College in Atlanta. He also served for five years as the president of the St. John Round Rock Subdistrict, and most recently served as the treasurer as well. The love story of Rev. McQueen and his beloved wife began to unfold when they were united in holy matrimony by Pastor LaRue at Palestine Missionary Baptist Church on July 21, 1979. Their union was blessed with two children. Among his many passions, Rev. McQueen found solace and joy in the great outdoors—fishing, hunting, and building were not just hobbies but reflections of his appreciation for God's creation. These moments of tranquility and reflection were cherished times when he felt a deep connection to the Creator. He was preceded in death by his son, Burnell Ivon Scott McQueen, his parents, his siblings, Euretha Johnson, and Dennis McQueen. He leaves to carry his legacy of faith, his wife Susan Davis-McQueen, daughter, Sharian McQueen, his mother-in-law, Dorothy Davis, who affectionately called him "Bud," his brothers-in-laws, Dell Roy Davis and Gerald Wayne Topps, adopted daughter DeAnna Harris, Goddaughters, Elisha Franklin, Hunter Withers, Renata Estes Brown, his siblings, Bonnie McQueen, Roy McQueen, Jackie McQueen, Jesse McQueen (Irene), Betty McQueen, Linda McQueen, Matthew McQueen, Arthur McQueen (Mia), sister-in-law, Windy McQueen, and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Rev. McQueen's life was a beacon of light to all who had the privilege to know him. His unwavering commitment to his faith, his family, and his community will be remembered as a source of inspiration and strength. As the Apostle Paul said, "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." (2 Timothy 4:7). Indeed, Rev. McQueen fought a good fight, finished his race with grace, and kept the faith with unshakable conviction.

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Rev. Dr. Burnell Johnie Earl McQueen

March 25, 1957 - March 22, 2025