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1983

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2014

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Rayetta Russell Obituary

Rayetta Russell, 30, fell asleep in the arms of Jesus on Wednesday, June 11, 2014, at a local hospital. Celebration of life: 11 a.m. Saturday, June 21, at Mount Rose Baptist Church, 2864 Mississippi. Interment: Cedar Hill Memorial Park. Wake: 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Gregory W. Spencer Funeral Directors. Survivors: Loving children, Javariah Kennard, Earnest Davis Jr.; parents, Barbara Gale Russell and Ray Sanders (Betty); sister, Lisa Gardner (Willie); and a host of other relatives and friends.

Published by Star-Telegram on Jun. 20, 2014.
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Rayetta was my childhood friend her and her cousin bee bee ..we played all day as lil girls from hide go seek to climbing tree's to throwing rocks at the lil boys and making spit mud pies,ugh lol but>.. I NEVER forget her SMILE she always stayed happy under every situation she was very strong regardless of the pain she went through..it never fazed her..we all stayed strong and as we got older we all went out ways but stayed close we all remain sisterhood and family..we a all grew up strong as beautiful young Women..as Her friend and family Rayetta had a very close bond with her Mom she loved so much..to us her mom was her Baby and best friend along with her cousin/sister beebee. I will never forget the fun we had and the life we lived I will Love you guys always.. Life Is What we all Have Eternal Love ..your friend,sister,family..Kisha aka Model #buffiedabarbie

Kisha Montgomery

July 13, 2015

To Barbara Russell,a special friend/co-worker at JPS Family Health from my earlier years as a nurse 80's.I saw you as such a young wise good Mother,I treasure the often talks of MotherHood we had.Heaven has gained an Angel your baby is sleeping in the arms of Jesus.Only God knows why she had to go so young from her babies.Trust God he never makes a mistake just Love him.Rosie Mitchell.

Rosie Mitchell

June 26, 2014

gone but never forgotten may God be with her family.

christina square

June 21, 2014

Mrs. Barbara I am so sorry for your loss. Although I am unable to be there with you physically, please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers and remember to be absent from the body is to be present with our Lord. You will see your baby again, God bless!!

Andrea McElroy-Sloan (JPS UCC)

June 21, 2014

Oh Barbara She's an angel now May God Bless each one of you Love ya

Robbie Elliott

June 21, 2014

I will always remember that lovely smile.when you lived next door to me Gail, God Only pick the best flowers for his garden.She has one.

Aunt Nell piper

June 21, 2014

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

JUDY WASHINGTON /JPS

June 21, 2014

May God bless this family.our prayers are with you always and forever. SHE will be grated missed. LOTS OF LOVE.Ken , Nell, and Imbrahm Piper.

The Pipers piper

June 21, 2014

BARBARA YOU HAD A FIGHTER ICAN SAY NUMBER ONE FIGHTER NOW THAT SHE IS IN HEAVEN STILL LOVE TO HEAR HER SAY MRS KAYE CAN YOU GO GET ME SOME FOOD LOVE YOU THANK RAYETTA FOR BEING IN MY LIFE

June 20, 2014

Praying for the family during this time of such great sorrow. Be encouraged.

Gwinda Burns

June 20, 2014

Ms Barbara,
My heart goes out to you and the family. Know that your daughter is now you and her children guardian angel. She will be forever in your hearts and watching over you all. Sending prayers to the high heavens for God to bring you peace and give you strenghth. May the Lord wrap his arms around your shoulders and place his hands upon your hearts..Amen
Love you Ms Barbara

Anita Nero

June 20, 2014

Condolences to the family. Ms. Barbara, prayers for strength to continue on with your family. May she rest in peace with the Lord.

Terrie Burris

June 20, 2014

To Rayetta's family our condolences. We will continue to pray and know she's in a better place. Take Care and God Bless! Margaret, Pooh and Squeak Williams

Margaret Williams

June 20, 2014

To Gayle and the Russell Family - you are all in my thoughts and prayers, words cannot express my sorrow. Love you all. Madaline

Madaline Williams

June 20, 2014

There is nothing more pleasing to the Lord than the death of his Saints!!! Praying for this family..

Charmaine Collie

June 20, 2014

Rayetta, You fought your fight babygirl, job well done..... I'm glad I had a chance to get to know you from stepping with you, you & BB cutting up before the step shows lol..... Rest easy, enjoy your new home

LiNita Johnson

June 20, 2014

To Barbara, God is Sovereign, and he is able. Rayetta is in a better place, she is with GOD. God is able, God will see you through this. The old JPS ER gang is here for you and we love you.
Those grandbabies need you.

Rosalind (Roz) Gamble-Mosby & Gary Old JPS ER Gang

June 20, 2014

Lisa and Willie I am very sorry for your. Just know that God makes no mistakes and to trust him because he's knows what's best.

Kendra Bagley-Williams

June 20, 2014

Barbara,
I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you. Words cannot express my sympathy. God Bless you! Pat Ibrahim

June 20, 2014

To the Russell Family, may the peace and the strength of GOD be with you now and always. I will never forget Ray Ray's beautiful smile and laughter and the fun the times we work together. GOD Bless

Mrs. Sharron F. & family

June 20, 2014

Hi Gail my heart & love is with you & the family

doris davis

June 20, 2014

You will truly be missed Rayetta???

Shurhonda Mays

June 20, 2014

Barbara I have prayed for your peace during this season but remember God holds the heart of a mother near to his. I will continue to lift you and the babies up to him in prayer and if you need to talk I am here. Dede Cunningham

June 20, 2014

You will truly be missed Rayetta ????

Shurhonda Mays

June 20, 2014

Sending my condolences to the family and praying that God gives them the strength to make it through this trying time..... In Jesus name Amen

demeteria haire

June 20, 2014

Sending my condolences to the family and close friends

demeteria haire

June 20, 2014

To the Russell family ...my prayers are with you. Be strong. I love you all.

Gayla

Gayla Miles

June 20, 2014

LOVE YOU RETTA!!

Keisha Zimmerman

June 20, 2014

To Rayetta's family and friends, as long as we remember Rayetta, she is not dead and will never die for she lives in our hearts and thoughts.
Although I haven't seen Rayetta in years, I still remember her smile.
Rest in Peace and Love, 'Retta
I first met Rayetta & BeBe while I was a teacher at Trimble Tech. They were members in the GBT Step Club that I sponsored. After she had been a member for a year or so, she told me then about having Lupus. Because of it, she couldn't do the strenuous practice sessions that we had to do. Her body wouldn't allow it. We all loved her then and we love her now.

June 20, 2014

Rest easy my friend!!

Monique Goss

June 19, 2014

RIP Rayetta! God has truly gained an angel...Rest easy my friend...

Monique Goss

June 19, 2014

Barbara,
Rayetta answered the call. I am sorry about your loss. Our last conversation was about Rayetta about a month ago. Barbara, to you and her young children, I will pray for peace for all. You were a loving mother and Rayetta know that you will comfort her babies. Take care of yourself Barbara. Joy will come one morning soon!
Cheryl Hackett
Rayetta's 4th Grade teacher

June 19, 2014

I miss you Ray,and smile girl you are gone to see the king,love you and prayers goes out to your family.

Jaamal Wiley

June 19, 2014

hi Gail this is Tammy I want you to know that you have my condolences and that I'm praying for you and your family

Tammy Hardin

June 19, 2014

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