Noel W Burrell is originally from Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape. He studied teaching at Dower Training College and has obtained an Honours Degree in Ministry and a Degree in Christian Education. Noel and his wife served as full-time pastors in the Full Gospel Church in East London. He has been happily married to his wife Florina for 40 years. They have 3 children and 11 grandchildren. He is also a proud member of the Hawks Motorcycle Club in Buffalo Flats.