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Meekaeel Hancock Obituary

Meekaeel Dominic Hancock, 29, of Roanoke, Va., passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2009. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. on Thursday, July 30, 2009, at Serenity Funeral Home Chapel, 540-345-9100.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Jul. 30, 2009.

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Nakia Baker

August 14, 2009

To Ms.Barbara Ann,Charles & Family:
I want you to know that I am so deeply sorry for your loss of Meekaeel.I also want you know that I loved Kel with all my heart and so I also lost someone. I don't understand what it feels like to lose a child but I know what it feels like to lose someone so close to you. This is very hard for me to write. I miss you everyday Kel and I think about you all the time.I feel like I'm in a dream that I'm going to wake up from anyday. I pray for your family everyday that GOD will give you the strenghth and the peace to heal.

YOLANDA FERGUSON

August 14, 2009

KEL, IM MISSING YOU EVERYDAY! YOU WERE LIKE MY OWN SON, AND ILL NEVER FORGET YOU, YOULL ALWAYS BE BE APART AND IN MY HEART, YOU WERE SO SWEET, AND CARING AND VERY RESPECTABLE, TO ME, AND ILL NEVER FORGET YOU AS LONG AS I LIVE, EVERYDAY, IM THINKING, AND CRYING, BECAUSE YOURE TRULY MISSED, AND WAS LOVED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO YOUR WHOLE FAMILY, AND MAY GOD BLESS AND COMFORT YOU ALL DURING THIS TIME, AND I JUST WANT YOU ALL TO KNOW, WE LOVED KEL TOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! HE WAS APART OF OUR FAMILY AS WELL, MAY WE REACH OUT TO COMFORT EACHOTHER, BECAUSE
WERE MISSING AND HURTING TOO! R.I.P. KEL, IM MISSING AND LOVING YOU, AND YOU ALWAYS WILL BE IN MY HEART. LONDIE
(BUT AS YOU CALLED ME, MA.)

philly urbany

August 6, 2009

kel was one of my best friends. we was into so much stuff together. neva forget tha times i had wit him. kel always looked out for me and guided me wen i needed it. he also straitened me out when he thought i needed it.he will be missed but neva forgotten.i wish i coulda let you know its not how u thought before this happened. R.I.P Big Homie...... from philly,matt, and manny

Bay, Toka & Family

August 3, 2009

Ms. Barbara, Shawnda & The entire family~

May God grant you peace thru this most difficult time. Now & the days ahead.

Prayers & Sympathy...

Renee Williams

August 1, 2009

My deepest sympathies for your loss. Kel was a delight to be around. he is trully missed.

Brenda Minor

August 1, 2009

Dear Barbara & Charles,
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart saddens because of the pain I know you have in your heart. I know there are no words that will ease that pain. I wanted you to know that I pray for your comfort. I hope that your memories will give you some ease. In life we have some difficult times but know that there is God to help us through, even though we sometimes don't understand. I know that we have not spend time together doing this time, only in my prayers, but know that I love you both.

Tracey Saunders

July 31, 2009

Barbara Ann, Shawnda, Tiss and entire family,

It was such a shock and sadden me to hear the news about Meekael. I cried because I know what this family has went through before when Ray passed. My heart and prayers go out to the entire family. When I was there 4th of July weekend with the family at Tiss house. Meekael ask did I want to go out with everyone that night.I smile and said no am fine. He always wanted to make sure I was ok. After Ray-Ray's deaf Meekael always made sure I was ok or needed anything when I was living in Roanoke and even after I moved away and visited often. He promise that he would always look out for me because of Ray Ray. It brought so many memories back after all these years since Ray left us. So I no this is going to be even harder on this family. This wonderful family has to deal with another lost of a son, brother, nephew, cousin and uncle. Please know that I love you all just like family and your all in my prayers. I will be home this weekend to see you all and give my support during this time. I love each and every one of you. Meekael tell Ray that I love him and miss him and were doing fine. No that your in a wonderful please with GOD now. You and Ray take of care of each other up in heaven. I know it's just amazing up there.

Love always,

Tracey, Chris and Nathaniel(RJ)

Dewey Vance

July 31, 2009

R.I.P My Boy. From stolen football cards to trappin to rapping we have always been friends. Even when we didnt see other much. Nothing will change now. I just wont be able to tell you I stole them cards from you damn near everyday. Oh, I guess I just did. I'm gon miss you big dude (who became little HA!)

LARRY WALKER

July 30, 2009

DAMN KEL MESSSED UP I COULDNT COME HOME TO C U ON YOUR JOURNEY BUT I KNOW THIS TRIP IS TO A BETTER PLACE THAN U JUST LEFT.1 THING 4 SHO MY DUDE U HAVE A BIG FAM THAT WILL LIVE YO NAME ON & ON & WONT NEVER LET U DOWN MY DUDE 4REAL.ILUV U WILL MISS MORE THAN U KNOW.TELL RAY RAY WUT IT DO & ITHINK V HIM EVERY DAY. R. I. P MY FALLEN SOULJA'S MUCH LUV

Tasha Price

July 30, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

July 30, 2009

To Aunt Barbara & Family;
I know this is a shock to us all, but we have to be strong. We have to grow and understand that he is in a better place. He is now stress free and happy for eternity. My prayers are with us all. He is our angel,and he will watch over us with the Lord. We will miss you!

Your nephew and cuz, Tony aka The Champ

Michelle Bay

July 30, 2009

To the family of Meekaeel Hancock, my heartfelt condolences go out to you in this sad time. I had to chance to meet Meekaeel many years ago the first time he visited Norton. We became very close and spent many great times together. Meekaeel was such a special person to me, we spent alot of time together and I will truly miss him. I had so much love for him! I will never forget the things that he done for me or helped me through. He will always remain in my thoughts, prayers, but most of all in my memories. I will cherish forever all the nights we sat up all night and just talked about life! I love you and miss you Meekaeel. My sympathy goes out to his family and anyone who knew him and his smiling face!

July 30, 2009

To Barbara & Family
MY prayers are with you and your family
doing the the loss of your son. The Lord will see you through.

Annie Waldron & Family

Alisha Starkey

July 30, 2009

To the Hancock Family:

I pray that your memories of Meekaeel bring you comfort during this time of bereavement.

Keasha Davis

July 29, 2009

To the Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort, Meekaeel had a smile you could never forget.

Maurice, Jo & Walker Gang

July 29, 2009

Tiss:
Weeping only endures for the night for joy shall come in the morning. God's grace and mercy shall see us through. The tears will soon turn into laughter when memories of Meekaeel come to our minds. He always keep us laughing about something. God Bless You.

July 29, 2009

Barbara,

Please accept my deepest sympathy in your time of extreme loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Jean Humphreys Mackey
Goodman & Company, L.L.P.

Maurice, Jo, and the Walker Gang

July 29, 2009

Charles, Barbara Ann & Shawda:
There is no pain on earth that God can't heal. He knows the length of all our foot steps and when we take that last one, His will shall be done. Find comfort in knowing that God makes no mistakes and the short time we had Meekaeel here, Kaeel gave our family madd joys and many many laughs. Stay Strong.... Much Love

Barbara Martin

July 29, 2009

Barbara, you and your family are in my prayers. I am sorry for your loss and even though your hearts are heavy right now just remember to look to God and each day He will lighten your burdens, start drying your tears, and being to heal your heart.

Barbara Martin - TAP Head Start

Shantell DuPree

July 29, 2009

Barbara Ann & Charles:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Meekaeel was called to be with the Lord on my Bday. This Bday will never be forgotten. Meekaeel is looking down on us with his "big smile". He will truely be missed.

Sandra Brooks Mitchell

July 29, 2009

Charles and Barbara Ann, you no I loved Meekaeel as if he were my own nephew I've known him since he was a baby, May God keep you doing this time of sorrow and know that I God heals broken hearts continue to lean towards him and he will keep you strong

July 29, 2009

May God continue to bless the Bannister and Hancock family. Trust in God he will bring you though.
My prayer and sympathy will always be with you....
God Bless Your
Family DeeDee
Preston

Vickie Hale-Wilcher

July 29, 2009

To the Family of Meekaeel,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May GOD bless you all and keep you strong.

July 28, 2009

My prayers to the family... Hairston Family God Bless!!

The Taylor Family

July 28, 2009

To The Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this difficult time.May the peace and love of God be with you now and the days ahead.

Q. Gates

July 28, 2009

Ms Barbara and DeShawnda,

You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God bring you peace and comfort during these times.

Regena Beckner

July 28, 2009

Shawnda, Barbara & Tish~

I know this is a very hard time for the Family, but God will give us the strength to make it through. Just remember that God has all Power in his hands!

I love you cousin...call me if you need ANYTHING!!

Regena Beckner & Family

PETE REEVES

July 28, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Deborah Edwards

July 28, 2009

Barbara Ann and Family,
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Meekaeel. Know you are in my prayers. May God wrap His loving arms of comfort around you and bring you peace.

Your Cousins... Heather, Amber and Deb

July 28, 2009

Barbara-Ann and Family,I am so sorry for your lost.If I can do anything for you please let me know. I just find out today.God will take care of you-all. Take Care Eva West

Shannon Martin and The Twins

July 28, 2009

To Barbara, DeShawnda and FAMILY,

Words, however kind,
can't mend your heartache:
but those who care and
share your loss wish you
comfort and peace of mind.
May you find strength
in the love of family
and in the warm embrace
of friends.

With Deepest Sympathy

Adrian Hancock-Austin

July 28, 2009

It will be the little things that you will remember, the quiet moments, the smiles, the laughter. And although it may seem hard right now, it will be the memories of these little things that help to push away the pain and bring the smiles back again.

Diana Tinsley -Fau

July 28, 2009

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Brandi Hash

July 28, 2009

To Ms Barbara and Family

My prayers go out to each and everyone of you. Meekaeel was a sweet and awesome guy. You could always count on seeing that smile of his on his face. He will be missed, but cherish each memory that you have of him and hold him close to your heart.

Kira Walker

July 28, 2009

Word cannot exspress tha pain I feel to loose a family member. I will continue to pray for my family and those who knew and cared about him. RIP Meekaeel. You will never know how much you ment to me. I love you and you will surely be missed!

Feline Horne

July 28, 2009

When tragedy strikes and takes the life of our loved ones, we cry out with great sorrow. As a parent there is no way that you can lose a child and not feel that you have lost something of yourself—regardless of how much time passes or how many other children you may have. Although your deep pain will not easily disappear, praying to God will bring comfort to you as you grieve. The Bible tells us that God is "healing the broken-hearted ones, and is binding up their painful spot". May the "Father of tender mercies" and the "God of all comfort" strengthen your faith and give you courage to face the days ahead. (1Corinthians 1:3) I am very sorry for your loss.

tish & cassandra carter

July 27, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Jeleeko & Beanetra Nichols

July 26, 2009

We would like to express our deepest sympathy during your time of bereavement. Meekaeel was a really nice guy and will be missed. Continue to look to God for comfort in your time of need.

July 26, 2009

i really didnt know him all that much but i meet him 4 months ago and i thought he was the sweetest person, my prayers go out to his family, i had just seen him 10 mins before this happend i stayed 2 apt. away from him, its going to be so hard not being able to see him anymore!

Alishia Pullen

July 25, 2009

Meekaeel, you were one funny person. I will never forget the time me, you, Sharie,and Donzell went to the movies to see Spider-Man 3. You had everybody in the theater laughing at you. Me and Sharie wanted to go out again with yall but we never got a chance to do it. You will be greatly missed. My prayers are with you and your family. Rest in place, Kaeel. Love ya!!!

July 25, 2009

Continue to look to God for your strength and confort. Meekaeel was truly a talent and I know that he will be greatly missed. God bless you in your time of sorrow.
Rev. Kelvin (Keebie) Edwards and Teresa

VICKY PRESTON

July 24, 2009

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009

July 24, 2009

To the Hancock, Bannister & Walker family. Meekaeel will be greatly missed. He was a sweet fun person to be around. I have been raised w/ the family all of my life. You were like a couzin to me. We will miss you.
Love, Keeyah and Brown Family.

Tity Jalloh

July 24, 2009

My deepest sympathies to Ms Barbara and the Hancock family. I have known Meekaeel since my mother used to take us to TAP headstart when we were little. He would still remind me of those days into adulthood. He was a good person and he will live on in all our hearts through the memories he created along his journey in life. He will be truly missed.

tiffany fayette

July 24, 2009

Barbara Ann and family you know i got ya love u always he will never be forgotten....

MANDALL,MARCELLA,JOHNTHAN,KIA JONES,KING

July 24, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

KIMBERLY,A.J. KIERRA DE'NAHZEON GOLLOP,KING, JENKINS,WHITE

July 24, 2009

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

DARRIN JENKINS

July 24, 2009

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

JOHNNIE,JENNY SMITH

July 24, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

CARMILLA MOTLEY

July 24, 2009

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

July 24, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Shenita Miller

July 24, 2009

To the family of Meekaeel, I have been knowing Meekaeel since tap head start, then at ruffner and we graduated from the same class of 1998. Meekaeel was a gentle giant so quiet and sweet. My prayers go out to his family and I send my deep heart felt condolences. May god be with the family at this difficult time. Meekaeel you will be missed.

Christopher & Kindra Nichols-Jennings & Family

July 24, 2009

To the Hancocks & extended family, I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of Meekaeel. Meekaeel was a great person funny, kind hearted, and VERY TALENTED...he truly will be missed.

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