ROCHELLA SMITH Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Monique Sayles
August 5, 2013
To Shanta,
Sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. My prayers are with you and your family. God has her in his keeping and you have her in your heart.
With deepest sympathy
CAROL SLUSHER
August 4, 2013
Shanta, I worked with you mom at the bank for many years. She was a great person and I am so sorry to hear this sad news. She adored you and I recall her huge smile when she spoke of you. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. She will be greatly missed.
Renae Shaw
August 3, 2013
Shanta I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. My prayers are with you and your family. Renae Mickens Shaw
Joyce's Beauty Lounge
August 3, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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Charnise Jones
August 2, 2013
Ms. Rochelle,
I certainly will miss hearing your angelic voice in the choir...give Uncle Clyde a big hug for Cierra and myself...
Deacon (Dr.) David L. Reynolds Jr
August 2, 2013
To Shanta & Family, Haywood, Carolyn, we the Reynolds Family extends our deepest condolences to all, on the passing of Rochella. I will miss her, but I know that God never makes mistakes. She is in a better place and one "Day" we will see her again.
August 2, 2013
To the family of Rochella,
Peace be unto you. God always changes our plan. The cruise that family is planning for our reunion will be missing one on aboard. Rochella will be on a better ship sailing away doing the work of God. Our hearts are broken in pieces, but we know God makes no mistakes. Her angelical voice will be truly missed.
Alice Almond Manley & Family
Clyde Brown
August 2, 2013
Hey Shanta. I'm sorry to hear about Rochelle. My thoughts,prayers,& love go out to you and Hazell cuz. Love u!!
Josephine Mickleberry Townsley
August 2, 2013
My prayers are with the family. We will all miss Rochell from singing down here but if we go to heaven I know we will hear her voice up there singing for her mom and all that have gone on before. I pray I will meet her up there. God needed her, and he called her home, no more crying no more pain no more sorrow. Rest in peace my friend.
Ryan Wilson
August 2, 2013
Tizzle,
I just wanted to let you know that my heart felt thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time. If you need anything, just let us know!
Love,
The Wilsons
Martina Hall
August 2, 2013
When all God's children get together... what a time, what a time, what a time! To Shanta and family, I will miss Ms. Rochella singing beside me in the choir,but I know she is in a better choir over in glory along with my family members and other choir members that have gone on. Know that God has her and she is all right now!! luv you all. May God love comfort you during this time of need.
Keysha Ahmad
August 2, 2013
I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Ms. Ro. She was not only a patient, but a true Christian friend. May God's love comfort and keep you and your family during this difficult time.
Monica Edwards
August 2, 2013
Shanta, I would like to let you know that your family and you are in my prayers. Your Mother was a wonderful person and I will always remember her smile and voice. My you be at peace at some point and remember our up bringing in church Trouble doesn't last always JOY will come.
Monica "Wanda" Edwards and Family
Nita Dumas
August 2, 2013
To the Family of Rochella Smith
My prayers are with you during your time of bereavement. Rochella will be truly missed. Those who have gone before, saved her a seat, and she is now singing in the heavenly choir. May God continue to comfort you now and always.
Dumas
(As Rochella would say)
Roundtree Family
August 1, 2013
Shante and Family,
We're deeply saddened for your lost. We truly enjoyed your mother at the basketball games, grocery store or the mall. My mother really enjoyed bonding with Me. Smith over at your house. She was truly a wonderful, down to earth, old school momma!
Harris'
August 1, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Wanda &Ed Young
August 1, 2013
Shanta we're praying for you and your family, find comfort in knowing God called an Angel home. I so enjoyed her when we were at Kevin's and I won't forget her testimony during New Years Eve.
Carolyn Taylor Smith
August 1, 2013
My prayers go out to the family. I will always remember and hear that soprano voice and smile. God grant you His Peace and Grace at this time of sorrow.
Noelle & Delores Smith
August 1, 2013
Shanta, I am saddened to hear of your loss. May God continue to bless and comfort you during this difficult hour.
August 1, 2013
Shanta,
I am so sorry for the lost of your mother. I worked with with Rochella for years at Signet Bank. She was an awesome women and had style and class. She will be missed. I will continue to pray for you and your family. God will comfort you and your family during this time of sorrow...Hollie Simmons
Joyce Scott Howell
August 1, 2013
To the Family of Rochella
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal
Love leaves a memory no one can steal.
Peace Be With You All
Kimberly Mickleberry & Desmond Douglas
August 1, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
August 1, 2013
Shante, Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel about Momma Ro's passing away. We share comfort in knowing Momma Ro is no longer suffering. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Sean, Jordan, Jasmin and the family.
Sending our love,
The Bowman Family
Teron, Mikele, Teron II (Tejay) and Taylor-Mikele
Proverbs 3, 5-6
“Trust in the LORD with all your heart
and lean not on your own understanding;
in all your ways acknowledge him,
and he will direct your paths. “
Ed & Laura Garavalia
August 1, 2013
Shanta - so very sorry for your loss. Prayers to you, Sean and the family. You remain in our prayers during this time.
Robert ( Mickey ) & Sylvia Melvin Jr.
July 31, 2013
To the Family of Rochella Smith
With Love and Sympathy
Trust in God to guide you through this difficult time of sorry.
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