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Rochelle Middlebrooks Obituary

Middlebrooks Rochelle V. "Shelly Bell" Middlebrooks, age 41, May 28, 1971 - May 23, 2013. Member of Hilltop U.M. Church. Graduate of West Central and attended Hague Living Skills School. Preceded in death by father Robert Middlebrooks, grandparents Isaiah and Katherine Middlebrooks, Charles and Catherine Robinson, John Allen. Survived by loving mother, Ruthie; brothers, Robert J. (Deanna), Tony (Barbara), Gregg (Sonya), Charles (Kinicia); number of aunts, great-aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of loving friends. Viewing Thursday, June 6, 2013 from 10 a.m.-12Noon, Homegoing celebration and service 12Noon, Hilltop UMC, 99 S. Highland Ave. Interment will follow Evergreen Cemetery. By BROOKS OWENS, 235-0071.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Jun. 4 to Jun. 5, 2013.

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Gail starnes

June 6, 2013

A Beautiful has fallen,she gave it all her might.But once the wind started blowing,her pedals surrendered their fight. Ours Hearts is where she'll take her place,Her Pedals will lead the way.Yes a Beautiful Rose has fallen into Gods Hands with Grace!!!!I Love You Cousin!!! The Jones Family!!!

Kathi Howard

June 6, 2013

You will forever be missed...I love you Shelly Bell

S. Yolanda Robinson

June 5, 2013

We send our condolences and sympathy to to the Middlebrooks family in the passing of Rochelle.

The Robinson Family (S.Yolanda, Chad Heath, Yazmina and Akeisheunte)

June 5, 2013

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

June 5, 2013

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.

Fredrick & Nadine Martin

June 5, 2013

Ruth, your family is in our thoughts and our prays. Fredrick and Nadine Martin.

Jean Busby

June 5, 2013

Ruthie, may God give you comfort as only He can. Rochelle (Shelly) is singing with the angels now. I am Praying for you.

Sheilda Lewis

June 5, 2013

To be in the presence of the Lord healthy and whole. Take comfort in having her in your life for these many years.

Gail Martin

June 5, 2013

To the Middlebrooks family, loved ones, and friends, we are so sad to hear of the loss of your dear Rochelle.

Please know that you are all in our prayers and thoughts at this time.

May God's Blessing of peace and his loving care surround you now and in the many days to come. Hold on to the beautiful memories of your beloved Rochelle.

May the Lord keep you in his care and in Perfect Peace.

In his Love,
Evan. Gail Martin
(Freddie's little sister)

God Bless You All
From the Martin Family
(Westside-Bottoms)

William Twitty

June 5, 2013

Hi Sister Ruthie, Deacon Johnson and Family,

Our prayer is that God will forever give each of you comfort, peace and encouragement. I shall forever remember Rochelle's affectionate smile. Continue to Be Encouraged!

God Bless,

William L. Twitty and Family
Be Encouraged,
Psalm 121

Michelle Malone

June 5, 2013

May you rest in peace Rochelle

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