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Windell Middlebrooks
1979 - 2015
Windell Middlebrooks
1979 - 2015
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BORN
1979
DIED
2015
Windell Middlebrooks Obituary
Middlebrooks died Monday in the Los Angeles area, said his manager and friend, Steve Ivey. The cause of death and further details were not immediately released.
In a statement, Middlebrooks' family members said they "with sorrowed hearts, announce the passing of a young, black star" who had exited the stage with "great joy."
"It was Windell's biggest wish that his final scene not be lived on social media," his family said, asking for privacy to mourn.
Besides his eye-catching TV spots for Miller High Life beer, Middlebrooks' credits included the TV series "Body of Proof," ''Cougar Town" and "Scrubs." He is in the new Adam Carolla film "Road Hard."
"In all my years, I've never known a kinder soul, and he will be dearly missed by all of us who knew him," Ivey said.
Details on survivors were not immediately available.
LYNN ELBER, AP Television Writer
Copyright © 2015 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
140 Entries
Ronnique Louvier
March 19, 2016
Everyone misses you! I love you Kurby and so does my childhood! You were one nice and funny guy on tv making the kids laugh. I wish you can come back
Kenne Hill
January 20, 2016
You made A big impact on my life and rest in heaven
Terrnesha Johnson
July 18, 2015
' Man I Lovedd You On Zack And Cody , Especially Whenn You Went Back To School Wit Cody And Zack ' Youll Truly Be Misseddd
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Larry Jones
June 15, 2015
I'll miss u man
Latrell Ward
April 13, 2015
I Love You RIP
R Blanton
March 29, 2015
Thank you all for sharing him with the world, I enjoy watching him an his style. ..he' s now gone but never away from our hearts...God bless you all always.
March 26, 2015
May the God of comfort, comfort you during this difficult time.
C.D. Legree
March 26, 2015
His work will never be forgotten by God or man. - Hebrews 6:10
D.Catherine Fleming
March 22, 2015
You made me smile...I was looking forward to watching your career blossom.
You will be missed, but never forgotten!
I hope to meet you in our next go around.
March 21, 2015
To the Middlebrooks family my continued prayers go out to you during this unfortunate time in your lives. My hope is that GOD continues to bless your family now and throughout the coming months... --Sonya Jones
Ton Joyce
March 21, 2015
May he rest inPeace and Memory
michelle plakas-kaiser
March 20, 2015
rip
LaKeshia Parker
March 20, 2015
May GOD Bless you Family during this trying time.. You are in our hearts and prayers..
Pamrla Wilson
March 19, 2015
to Windel s family i extend my condolences and for your strength in the lord
With deep sympathy
William Russell
March 19, 2015
Our condolences with love from the Russell family stay strong.May God bless you all Karen.
Cynthia Buhl
March 18, 2015
You will be missed Wendell and to the family stay strong.Your angle is smiling down on us all
Felicia Alvarez
March 18, 2015
Words cannot express the sadness I feel on the passing of my friend Windell. Although, it has been many years that I have seen him I still remember his beautiful contagious smile and his fun personality. I always knew you would be a star. You always had us laughing. My deepest condolences to Windell's family and friends. May you RIP my friend and fly with the angels.
Your Friend,
Felicia Alvarez
Riverside Middle School 6-8 grade
Trimble Tech High School 9-12 C/O 1997
Diana Jones
March 18, 2015
An Angel with true wings of joy! God Bless you all. Peace and strength durring your time of need.
March 18, 2015
My condolences! I remember praising with him at GCBC and I remember watching him in his first performances there also. How awesome of God to allow someone to enter in the world and pass through leaving such a renowed spirit for all of us to remember.....God Bless your journey, I shall continue to laugh!
Diana P. Jones/FTW,TX.
Carolyn Danniels
March 18, 2015
Everyone laughed and smiled when Windell was around. He was a Kind and wonderful person. He'll be greatly missed.
Timmy Holliness
March 17, 2015
Rip Wendell middlebrooks aka Kirby you will be missed
L Baggs
March 16, 2015
may god bless your family at this time,and thank you for always making me smile & laugh .
Linda B
March 16, 2015
When someone you love dies , you never quite get over it.
You just slowly learn how to go on without them.
As you slowly learn to go on without Windell, you have help, our Heavenly Father. You have but to ask. He says "I have heard your prayers, I have seen your tears" I will heal you. 2 Kings 20:5.
( I will always remember his no nonsense beer commercials.
LEL
March 16, 2015
May you increase my greatness and surround and comfort me. (Ps 71:21) May these words of wisdom from the Bible that can help us all to see that we need God. May your good thoughts of Windell bring back wonderful memories of good times. My sincere condolence!
tina
March 16, 2015
Losing a love one is very difficult for everyone involved. And I would like to give my condolence to the family of Mr. Middlebrooks. My the "God of Comfort" be with you and your family during this time.Isa 61:1,2
Laura Hernandez
March 15, 2015
To my former classmate from c/o 97 Trimble tech, thankss for always being u!! Never forgetting where u came from and keeping it real!
oliver ward
March 15, 2015
Anna this is big Duke from Greenway I would like to say my be with all of u all he really be missed by a whole lot of folks if it wasn't for my grand son in 2011 watching TV at my house An i saw him on it i wouldn't have known he was a movie star an i started witching him from thin on an telling every one I meet a bout him. Love all an god bless all.
Sadie E Allen
March 15, 2015
To the family: Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal.
We will miss you, Windell.
Sadie E Allen,
Math Instrusor, Retired
FWISD - Green B Trimble Technical High School
Sadie Allen
March 15, 2015
Vanessa Coleman
March 15, 2015
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Howard & Fay Bogar
March 14, 2015
Renee and Michael we are really going to miss him :( May God be with our family.
Stay strong cousin, love you guys.
Candance Johnson Fitzhugh
March 14, 2015
I love that commercial sorry to see you gone.
Ulysses and Marcia Bowie
March 14, 2015
We are both shocked and saddened to learn that our favorite "beer delivery man" has died. To the family of Windell Middlebrooks we send our deepest sympathy. Gone too soon, our prayers are with you.
Albin Neal Jr.
March 14, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Teena de Grandpre
March 14, 2015
I am so very sorry for your loss! I loved his character on Body of Proof, he was amazing! Another young soul that has been taken way too soon! God Bless you Windell!
March 14, 2015
His commercials always made me smile. I am so sorry to hear about Windell. May God support and comfort his family during this time of mourning. May the be blessed with the peace of God that excels all thought. Philippians 4:6,7
Elliot
March 13, 2015
Sorry for the loss of such a young man. Know that God feels our pain too. Zechariah 2:8. May you find comfort in knowing that He feels for us when we suffer. - Elliot B. NY
Cleveland Walton
March 13, 2015
RIP you will be truly missed condolences to the family thanks you for the smiles you put on my face.
Tann
March 13, 2015
My heart is just broken. Such a wonderful young man. My prayers to the family and I am so sorry for your loss.
Minneapolis, Minnesota
melinda allen
March 13, 2015
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. - i loved watching him on tv.god bless.
Julia Howard
March 13, 2015
So sorry for your loss. May God bless you and comfort you with His eternal peace.
For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope. Jeremiah 29:11
richard hawkins
March 13, 2015
when I have a miller I will think of you . you are in
god hand.from richard
L A
March 13, 2015
So sorry to hear of this gifted young man's passing. He was so great on Body of Proof, truly a favorite. My heartfelt condolences to his family.
Stacy
March 12, 2015
Truly heartfelt condolences to family and loved ones. May the God of all comfort be with you.
March 12, 2015
My condolences to your family for your loss. Praying that all can have comfort from God.
Pamela
March 12, 2015
So very sorry for your loss. I liked watching Windell on TV. I could just tell he was a good man. May he rest in peace with our Lord.
D Tyler
March 12, 2015
I would like to offer my condolences to the Middlebrooks family. Death can be such a painful process for family and friends. He was such a funny young man. May the god of peace bring comfort to your family, know that death will not always be Isaiah25:8. And may the happy memories that family and friends share bring strength and peace.
Maria B
March 12, 2015
I adored Windell's character on Body of Proof. He always made me laugh. He was the type of guy you would want to work with, work for, have as a neighbor, hang out with and befriend for life. God's peace be with you until we all meet again.
Carolyn Murray
March 12, 2015
To The Middlebrooks Family,
I enjoyed watching Windell on Body of Proof, he truly was a joyful person. He made the morgue on that show interesting to watch. Keep your memories of him steadfast in your hearts, minds & spirits this is where he will forever dwell. RIP gentle soul, God needed you more!
W
March 12, 2015
To the Family:
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love of God, family and friends. Psalms 91:2
Wright
March 12, 2015
To the Middle Brooks family: Our heartfelt condolences to the family.Draw close to God during the difficult days ahead and he will draw close to you.
Belinda Carson
March 12, 2015
Windell, rest in peace. Prayers are being
lifted up for the family.
joyce
March 12, 2015
so very sorry for your loss. praying for you at this difficult time
Arnoldo Gomez
March 12, 2015
My prayers go out to Family and Friends doing this time.
A C
March 12, 2015
He was a joy to watch, a reminder of how life was intended to be lived with laughter. Our Creator has put in our hearts the will to make other happy.
Tony Gonzalez
March 12, 2015
I was getting ready for bed, and saw the news of his passing on my I-phone. Not him, I said to myself. It's rare that a person you've never met has that effect, but there was a goodness that shined through in his work. I pray for his family and friends.
B Lucas
March 12, 2015
True kindness is a virtue that not many have, those who do have many friends. In a world filled with the spirit of hate, what a free spirit Windell must have been to all who knew him. May the family and friends of Windell be comforted by his fond memories. My most sincere condolence.
Candy Bell
March 11, 2015
What a great actor; I loved watching him on Body of Proof. He was so funny; gave me lots of laughs. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family at this time. RIP!
douglas Caldwell
March 11, 2015
So sorry, his life here on earth was so brief. God Bless his soul.
Jacqueline Wynn & Family
March 11, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
He was a Wonderful young Man gone too soon. He will be Greatly Missed.
March 11, 2015
So Sorry for your loss. For I well know the thoughts that I am thinking toward you. thoughts of peace, and not of calamity, to give you a future and a hope. And you will call me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you." Jeremiah 29:11,12
March 11, 2015
I am truly sorry to hear the passing of great man. I remember the first time I saw his beer commercial and said now that is a true star not some made up want to be. He was true to his talent he will be missed.
Bernie Higgenbotham
Shorewood, Illinois
Nicole K.
March 11, 2015
We will miss you so.... Does anyone know where to send flowers or where the memorial will be held? Thinking of you Windell!
QP
March 11, 2015
We are truly sorry to hear of the passing of young Windell. Although I am unfamiliar with his work, it is a tragedy whenever we hear of ones so young passing. May his family find peace in God's comfort.
March 11, 2015
May the God of comfort be with the family especially during this sorrowful time. My deepest regrets.
Davis (NJ)
L. Walters
March 11, 2015
Windell will be missed, as he rest in the grave. May God who will raise him back to life, provide you the comfort needed at this most difficult time, also may the memories, prayers and support from loved ones see you through this time of grief. [Hosea 13:14]
Joan Griffey
March 11, 2015
My thoughts are with the family as well as my sorrow - My son passed at the age of 26 and I miss him every day - older people are supposed to die, not young, vibrant individuals - may their days get easier.
Sandy Callery
March 11, 2015
My love and prayers to his family and loved ones. I so enjoyed watching him in Body of Proof. Such a loss for someone so young. My son died at the age of 35. My heart to his Mother and Father. May the Lord bless you always.
March 11, 2015
Sincere condolences to all who knew and loved Windell Middlebrooks. May the love of our God and father be with you. He has said, "I myself am the one comforting you."
Isaiah 51:12
barbara rice
March 11, 2015
We are so very sorry for your loss. Regardless of how low I felt, seeing his commercials brightened my day. He did what all of wish we had the nerve to
Brenda
March 11, 2015
The death of a loved one can cause much sadness. Treasure the happy times you shared with Windell and the joy he brought to others. Most of all, allow God to be your refuge and your strength as you face each day without him. (Psalm 46:1)
March 11, 2015
We are so sorry for your loss of a great guy. He was really funny and we loved watching him. May God be with you. Again sorry Jurgens Family
Maria
March 11, 2015
I am sorry for the death of Windell, May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time, Romans 15:4.
Marilynn
March 11, 2015
My sincere condolences to the family of Mr. Windell Middlebrooks and friends. May the God of comfort give you peace and comfort by means of his son Jesus Christ during your time of sorrow. Even though he will be missed by many. May you always have those beautiful memories to reflect on.-Romans 15:4.
Janet Mitchell
March 11, 2015
I loved this man since his first commercial, loved his voice, smile and disposition . The world has lost a wonderful spirit, may he rest in peace.
March 11, 2015
He was always so happy, and Made fmy childhood great. RIP with God.
G Williams
March 11, 2015
Sorry about lose Isaiah 61:2 reassure us God will comfort all who mourn
Tommy Powell
March 11, 2015
A very talented young man gone too soon. I especially enjoyed him in Body of Proof. My prayers are with his family.
Margie Pelletier
March 11, 2015
It was so sad to hear of Windell's passing. I really liked him in the beer commercials. He was great. My condolences to his family.
Sincerely, Margie Pelletier
Kay Reckord Ames
March 11, 2015
I am so very sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences to his entire family during this very difficult time. I absolutely loved him in all he did - he was so great! Loved him not only in commercials, but in Body of Proof, Scrubs and Sweet Life on Deck - fantastic! Thanks to his family for sharing him with us. He may be gone, and he will be missed, but not forgotten. He's in God's loving arms.
Annette
March 11, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
juanita parks
March 11, 2015
May God hold this family together at this time of needs. Give them strength as they make preparation. Guide them Lord and see them through this crisis.
Charles Mathewson
March 11, 2015
May God bless the family of Windell Middlebrooks. He was the kind of man that we would all like to "hang with".
Paul Deptowicz
March 11, 2015
My condolances to Windell's Family. When I literraly ran into Him he was just as kind and Gracious as we saw on the screen. He will surely be missed. R.I.P.
James parks
March 11, 2015
Rest in peace Wendell
March 11, 2015
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. I enjoyed seeing his face on TV. Death is such a cruel thing. I pray for the comfort of God to take of your pain because he comforts all those who are having times of distress. (2 corthians 2:3,4)
March 11, 2015
My heart goes out to you for your deep loss you must be feeling for your beloved Windell. How sad to lose someone so loved and so needed. May you find comfort in prayer and in one another. (Jeremiah 29:12,13)
March 11, 2015
Will always cherish his smile. He is in God's memory who can recall every facet of his personality. He will be missed. - South Fla
Harry Simpson
March 11, 2015
Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.
March 11, 2015
So sorry for the loss of life,may God console you.......
S D
March 11, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
PAT BOHANNON
March 11, 2015
PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY.
March 11, 2015
Lamento mucho su perdida, en momentos tristes todos necesitamos consuelo, animo y esperanza. La palabra de Dios nos anima a refugiarnos en DIos ya que el Es Una plaza Fuerte en tiempos de angustia. Salmos 46:1
Judy A. Barrett
March 11, 2015
I'm so so sorry for you loss, I loved watching Windell in the commercial's and on scrubs. Even on both his sweet nature shined through. In my prayers.
nathan Pye
March 11, 2015
my condolences goes out to the family. to mr. middlebrooks as curby the security gaurd on sweet life on deck disney show and miller commercals and other camieos you going to missed .
G. Freeman
March 11, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Margie Gauna
March 11, 2015
It was obvious to anyone who saw Windell Middlebrooks act that he was a kind soul and the world is certainly less bright with the passing of such a wonderful person. Peace to his family and friends during this time of loss.
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