Memorial service for Coach Dennis Roland

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Central Gwinnett senior linebacker Javis Williams delivers an emotional testimonial of his former coach. Dennis Roland died of cancer earlier in the week.

Dennis Roland Jr. stands with his family as they listen and sing to Amazing Grace during the memorial.

A Central Gwinnett football player listens during the memorial service.

Central Gwinnett football players pray during a memorial service for their former coach Dennis Roland. The school's Touchdown Club held the service at Central Baptist Church in Lawrenceville.

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Central Gwinnett senior linebacker Javis Williams delivers an emotional testimonial of his former coach. Dennis Roland died of cancer earlier in the week.

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