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for Barbara Mitchell-Johnson
Brenda Mitchell
March 7, 2025
Big sis it has now been 16 years since you left us. Not a day goes by that we are not thinking of the love we shared and the void you have left. Tell Stanley we love him and we know you guys are getting into it in a good way Continue to rest in love and peace Love you!
your lil sis Brenda
Juanita Duresseau
March 2, 2021
I miss you more than ever, you left us so suddenly . I know that was God's plan, but know we will be together again. ❤is not an
Happy Mother's Day in heaven auntie. I miss you soooooo much. I love you.
Tracie Mitchell
May 11, 2017
Happy Mother's Day in Heaven Auntie Barbara.
Brenda Mitchell
April 2, 2014
Wow its been 5 years already! The days go by but the love and our memories dont. You are still and will always be truly missed my dear sister(as you would say)love you always and forever ;)
Mya Torres
April 2, 2013
It's now been 4 years since you've passed auntie. I miss and love you with all my heart. Thanks for keep us safe
Tracie Mitchell
March 25, 2013
Betty Robinson, If you ever come back on here, can you please post the picture you said you have of Barbara??? Or can you contact someone in the family on here that have contact me next to their name??
Mya Torres
July 2, 2012
Hey auntie barbara (: it's been about 3 years now since you've passed away. For some reason, you came into my thoughts today. I really miss you auntie, i wish you were still here. If i could just see you for one moment, i'd be so thankful and happy. One day, we will all be together again, but for now, thank you for watching over me and the rest of our family. I love you <3
Stacey Mitchell
April 5, 2012
size about what it would be like if you still were here. I use to be able to pick up the phone and call you in the middle of the night just to talk or drop in on you. I miss being able to do that alot. I often wonder what it would be like once we are reunited. I sure do hope that the relationship will be the same. Three years have passed, but your passing still feel fresh and raw to me. I don't think my pain will ever go away until I see you again. I love and miss you deeply!!!
TONI MITCHELL
March 15, 2012
Mom I light a candle for you, this candle represent all the love and support you gave me and Net. LOVE YOU FOREVER IN MY HEART
February 1, 2012
Sis,
You know I still miss you and I think about you often, but most of all I realize that you are with God, and that is where you belong. However that does not stop us from missing you and wishing we could talk to you just for a moment. I'll being seeing you again and loving you always and forever.
Nita
Betty Robinson
January 31, 2012
Dear Barbara,
For some reason you came to my thoughts yesterday. So I decided to look you up online to see if I could find you (after many failed attempts in the past).. Well, I finally found you and I am heart broken. I did not know you had passed on. I can still remember your small children and how cute they were way back when. I still remember all of the fun times we had while we were students at SDSU. I actually still have a picture of you on your graduation day!.. Shortley after I graduated, I moved back home to Sacramento, and over the years we just lost contact. I really missed you.
Sweetheart, you will always be in my heart. You rest now.
I will see you again.
Love,
Your friend- Betty Robinson
brenda
September 9, 2011
hey big sis, just wanted to express how much i am craving your mac n cheese. i miss how you would talk about something and took forever to get to the point..lol...hey give momma, mr s t, daddy, mother, grandmother dorothy,eric, tyrone,zabriel, carolyn's baby girl,auntie rosalie,uncle mack, and uncle june a kiss. you guys are our family angels. muah! love ya
June 15, 2011
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!! IT SEEMS LIKE IT WAS JUST YESTERDAY THAT WE WERE ON THE PHONE TALKING ABOUT ANY AND EVERYTHING GOING ON IN OUR LIVES. I MISS YOU SO MUCH AND STILL WAITING FOR TIME TO HEAL THE AWFUL PAIN, I'M AFRAID THAT WILL NOT EASILY HAPPEN. I PRAY WE CAN GET THROUGH THIS WITH GRACE. LOVE YOU BABS!!! YOUR "BIG SISTER".
Stacey Mitchell
June 15, 2011
Happy Birthday Mommy!!! I so wish you were here. I wish I could tell you about my new job at the Neighborhood House and how they be trippin sometimes at Ace Parking. I know that all the good things that are going on for me now is because of God and you continually looking out for your baby boy. I have to give Nikkie alot of the gratitude too, because I know she pulled some strings too in getting me hired at the Neighborhood House. I so wish you were here so I can see your beautiful face and hear your voice just one more time. It is said that time heals all wounds, I guess that's true in most cases, but I still feel the hurt and pain of your passing. I just can't stop missing and longing for you, I just can't help it. But where you at today is far much better than where i'm at. Rest In Love and Eternal Peace Mommy!!! I Love You always and forever!!!
Stacey Mitchell
May 8, 2011
Hi Mom, this is not getting any easier for me as time passes. I miss you more and more each passing day. The two years since you left to be with our heavenly father feels like eternity to me. When I think of all the things that I won't get to experience with you here, pains me deeply. I look at other people with their mothers and wish that I still had you here physically with me and the rest of the family. I wish I could hear you call out my name like only you can,"Staaacay Staaacay" or when I did something you did'nt approve of, you would say, "Boy you are trippin!!". What I would'nt give to hear those words from you right now. This is the third Mother's Day without you here and I have to tell you mom, that this is not getting any easier for me. I just cannot stop longing for you. All I have is pictures and memories of the times we shared as mother and son to comfort me and keep me going. I will come by your grave site today to honor your's and mama's memories. Happy Mother's Day Mom, I love and miss you.
Stacey Mitchell
April 6, 2011
Mom, here is a candle in honor of your memory. Like this candle, your light will still shine in my heart. I love you and I think about you daily. Your beloved and devoted son, Stacey
Stacey and Toni.....you would be so proud..
April 4, 2011
Tracie, Auntie Barbara & Charles...Beautiful Days
April 4, 2011
Your babies....
April 4, 2011
"Sisters and Brothers"
April 3, 2011
"Sisters"
April 3, 2011
Babs and granddaughter (Dareanna)
April 3, 2011
This in your honor...miss you and will always love you.
Mervin Smith
April 3, 2011
April 3, 2011
I was just thinking about you today and missing you too. Two years later and I still can't believe you are no longer with us, but you will always be in my heart. I love you sis.
April 1, 2011
Stacey Mitchell
March 2, 2011
Tommorrow marks the second anniversary of your departure from earth. It is still so fresh and raw to me. It still stings and hurt me to the core. They say that time heals all wounds, maybe so but I still feel wounded. What I would'nt give to have you back here with me. I need you, but I know that isn't possible. A sense of loneliness sometimes come over me because you are not here. I miss our phone conversations, visits, and all day store missions soo much. I miss how you use to drive me nuts at times. The memories are just endless. I love and miss you terribly, my beautiful mother. I will see you when I get there to the pearly gates.
Mervin
March 3, 2010
This is to my sister-in-law/friend, i miss you and how you made feel special and a part of the family. you always made me laugh. i still have the plant you told me to buy in memory of my mother. Love and miss you.
Jo Ann
March 3, 2010
In memory of my beloved sister, Barbara (Babs). It is with a heavy heart still that I honor you and the memories that will forever be with me. I miss you so much and I am trying to take solace in knowing that you are no longer in pain.I can not believe it has been 1 year, it feels like 1 month. I will always love and miss you.
Sassy......Yea, that's me!
Tracie Mitchell
March 3, 2010
Miss Me But Let Me Go
When I come to the end of the road
And the sun has set for me
I want no rites in a gloom filled room
Why cry for a soul set free
Miss me a little but not too long
And not with your head bowed low
Remember the love that we once shared
Miss me but let me go
For this is a journey we all must take
And each must go alone
It's all a part of the master plan
A step on the road to home
When you are lonely and sick of heart
Go to the friends we know
And bury your sorrows in doing good deeds
Miss me but let me go
Author Unknown
March 3, 2010
This is the day, one year ago you were taken from us and it seems as if its only been months. This is the way the Lord has chose to help us thru the emptiness, and the pain, but we still miss you in our hearts. You will be celebrated always in our minds, hearts, and soul. Barbara I miss and love you so.
Nita
Tracie Mitchell
October 20, 2009
Hey Auntie, I hit the big 40 last month and I truly missed sharing that with you and no one sent me roses. Can you believe that? I know if you were here you would have sent me roses for my birthday as you did in the past. I really miss you. Love your favorite niece Tracie.
p.s. We can let the cat out of the bag now....I'm your favorite niece:)
October 17, 2009
Well my dear sister (a term that you used)...I went to court on the 13th of October for my security deposit...we won!!!!!!.......The family and I really miss you Barbara. Thank You for being who you were. Love Brenda
p.s. the kids are going to definitely miss you on halloween. You gave plenty of goodies away.
I've joined the 50's club
Juanita Duresseau
September 26, 2009
In My Heart
I have many memories in my heart of the special times we have shared and I am sad that I could not include one last memory for my 50th birthday with you by my side. Inspite of me missing you so much, I had a great time and the only thing I really missed was hearing your voice wishing me well and telling me I have now joined the 50's club. Sleep weel my love and know you are always in my heart and I know the Father has you in his loving arms.
Nita
Stacey Mitchell
August 7, 2009
Hey Mom, today is my birthday but I really can't get excited about it because you are not here to share it with me.I'm already missing your phone calls. I missing hearing "Happy Birthday my dear boy, you sure are getting old." I have been receiving phone calls from family members, but my one birthday wish but I know it could never be is to receive your phone call. Life is very different for me, as I knew it would be. I am reaching out more to my family and friends and I am gaining new friends and starting new relationships. These relationships cannot replace our relationship ever but they are nice to have. Even though it has only been five months since you left us, it feels like eternity. Mom, I love you with all of my heart and I miss you soooo much.
Your Beloved Son
Stacey
Stacey Mitchell
June 15, 2009
Happy Birthday to my beautiful mother. I wish you were still here with me and the rest of the family, I miss you terribly. Yesterday was wonderful, the Sunday brunch in your honor was first class. I just wish you were there to enjoy it. I know you were there spiritually, but it would have been nice had you been there physically. Mom, I will spend sometime at your grave site today to honor your birthday, I know that you are not there physically and I know I won't be able to see you but I will feel your presence.
Your baby girl, Dareana really misses you, she talks about you every day. She asked me yesterday when will she get to see you again? I replied "Hopefully not for a very long time." I know in god's time we will one day be reunited and one big happy family again. As for Danielle, can you believe it? she has a job. I know looking down from above, you are very proud of her, she is growing up to be the responsible young woman you raised her to be. As for myself, I have kind of fell off track mainly because I don't have a job but then and again I do have a job; that job is holding this family together. Once again Mom, happy birthday to you, I LOVE AND MISS YOU.
Ms. Chu Chu
May 11, 2009
My sweetest Auntie,
I know you were laughing at me when i visited you on yesterday, when the lady came over and said there was "free food" and i went to get some. (yeah your niece is still greedy). As Me Meka, Danielle,Ashley,Martell and Denisha sat there i cried to myself as i looked at all the flowers that were placed there, and thought to myself that you are dearly missed. Words cannot describe the pain we have been through losing a "soldier". We all know God is in control and he called his servant home. Happy Mother's Day Until I see you again i'll say just 3 little words I LOVE YOU!!
Stacey Mitchell
May 10, 2009
Right now this feels really strange to me, to be writing a tribute to you online as oppose to being able to call and see you on Mother's Day. Sure I can still buy you flowers, but you are not here to see, touch, and smell those flowers. That really breaks my heart. I often stay at your apartment but I do not feel your spirit in that apartment. I guess you can say that I am still trying to make sense of your death. Mom I have accepted your death and I am maintaining to the best of my ability. I often visit your grave site because it gives me the peace and serenity that I need. I will try to enjoy this Mother's Day as best I can but it will be difficult because I tend to get a little jealous when I see others with their mothers. I would like to take this time to express how much I love and miss you and Momma especially today. On most days I am okay but it is days like this that tend to get somewhat difficult to bear. I know you are watching over us and keeping us sane, Mom I love you and Happy Mother's Day to you.
william mitchell
April 26, 2009
hey dear sister I think about you every day. And I can't believe that your gone
I look at your picture and it seem so unreal. I miss the conversation we had about crazy thing, the advice about some of the women I would ask you about. You always had somthing cold in your car to drink. I wish you would had longer to enjoy your chair and us. Well Barbara I miss you very much and I wait for the day to see you again. I love you.
Stacey Mitchell
April 11, 2009
Well Mom, tomorrow is Easter Sunday, this is the first of many holidays that I will not be able to see you. Yes it saddens me, but I feel your spirit every day so that is what keeps me going strong. A lot of people tell me about how difficult the first holidays will be without your loved one, sure I know that it will be difficult without you here, but through the good grace of god he will see me as well as the rest of the family through it. I can take solace in the fact that you are no longer suffering. I know that you and Momma are having a great time up in heaven so that right there gives me joy. I love you always and forever.
Your Son
Juanita Duresseau
April 5, 2009
Yo sexy sister,
I miss you and I long to see you again, but that will only be at God appointed time. When you left, my heart was so hurt because I knew you wanted life, but not the way it was. I know you did not want to leave us, and we did not want to let you go, but we all must bow to the Master's plan. We love you and you knew that, but it is obvious that God loved you best. He seen the suffering that was not meant to be so he reached down as any father would and removed the hurt and the pain and wrapped you in his loving arms. I thank God that he did not make you suffer so long, and that we did have you for the time that you were here, but most of all I thank God for the he gave me thru you. I'll always love you and carry you in that special place, and as my tears begin to dry, and my heart mends, I will look forward to the day, that appointed time when I can see you again.
Your Lil Sis Nita
Stacey Mitchell
March 31, 2009
To my beautiful mother, I love you and I miss you like crazy. I miss the times that we spent together and I really miss the times that you would fuss at me. I miss hearing "Staaacey Staaacey". I am glad that we were very close to each other. Our relationship will carry and sustain me for the rest of my life. Not only were you my mother, you also became my very good friend. Mom I know you are in a better place right now so that kind of relieves some of my sadness. I cannot wait until the day that we are reunited. This is not goodbye, this is see you later.
Mom the promise I made to you to look after my sisters and nieces, I will try my very best to fulfill. I will not let you down.
Love You with all of my heart.
From your beloved son, Stacey
Chu Chu Rella
March 30, 2009
My Sweetest Auntie Barbara,
I will never question the work of my lord and savior he loved you more, just still hard to believe your not with us anymore. I will always love and cherish the moments we spent together, you hold a very special place in my heart!! to my cousins toni, danielle, and stacy I love all of you and would do anything in my life for you guys.
Precious Jackson
March 29, 2009
You are a wonderful person & your truely miss.Thank you for supporting me over all these years & being there for me and my children.
Timeka Hawkins
March 29, 2009
Auntie Barbara well i called you Knees lol it seems like just yesterday you were at my house with us girls telling me to put it on your talk show man what i would give to hear you say your famous Ok or Excuse Me i know your in a better place with no more pain or worries but it just hurts so much that your no longer here its a struggle everyday to live without you your girls are in good hands as you knew they would be i love you and miss you keep watching over us
Antionette Simmons
March 29, 2009
Hey grandma , i jus dont know where to start. I miss you soo much. When i was in elementary and you used to take me to school we use to always be late and you would drive right in front of the bus and my bus driver used to say "tell your grandma that she cant drive in front of the bus". I remember when me and nokee and tay would go to your house and you would make us feeel at home and let us go swimming and when we got out you would have some foood waiting for us when we got in. And when we cheered for vp you were always there cheering us on and just supporting us, You were the best rather it was at the snack bar helping out or Jus helping people out. I Just Wish you were here to watch Dareannna Grow up so she could really see how amazing you were.im soo glad that you spend time with us and spent the night with me and i got to talk to you. Its just hard that your not here when im used to you being in the picture. I lovee you soo much grandma and i know your in a better place now
Gabriel Duresseau
March 26, 2009
I love you Auntie Barbara and i miss you i still wish you was here for me
krystina forde
March 26, 2009
heeeey auntie, words couldnt even tell you how much i miss you, man its so weird now wen theres family get together an ur not there. i still dont understand everything it jus happen to fast for me. i still dont believe it but i know that ur in a better place happy an everything. love you u with all my heart. your niece krissy.
Nicole Rutledge
March 20, 2009
hey auntie you are so truly missed. everytime i seen you, you always had a smile on your face. which put one on mine. you made the best MAC n CHEESE ever. i dont even eat nobody elses no more. i love you so much and miss you lots.
Adrian Wilson
March 20, 2009
Dear auntie where do i start, i miss you so much. i just enjoyed the times spent with you and the laughs we shared. I love you and miss you dearly your nephew
Ashley Wilson
March 19, 2009
AUNTIE I JUST WANT TO TELL YOU I LOVE YOU AND IM GONNA MISS YOU SO MUCH....THANKS FOR ALWAYS MAKING ME FEEL AT HOME WHENEVER I CAME OVER...NOW YOUR MY ANGEL IN THE SKY....AND YOU'LL FOREVER BE IN MY HEART......
Sophia Clendening
March 19, 2009
Dorothy and family I am sorry for your loss. I know you will miss her very much. She is God's hands now.
Linda Roy
March 19, 2009
I am deeply sorry for your loss. Brenda, you were there for me when I lost my mother and I want you to know that I am here for you too! God will give you all the strength you need and the comfort in your heart. God bless you all...
Sally Conde
March 16, 2009
My heart feels your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jolinda
March 16, 2009
What I remember most of all is her smile and even though she had this rough exterior- you always felt loved and i will miss her for that...
Dorothy/Randy Pearson/Houston
March 15, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Betty Boykins
March 15, 2009
To the Mitchell-Johnson family,
This is a sad time for all of you and it will take one day at a time.The Lord has chosen to take your loved one away from you and put her at rest.He now has a new adventure planned for her and she will always be loved by her family and friends that loved her deeply.Our thoughts and prayers go out to each and everyone of you.Betty Boykins
Keiah Jackson
March 14, 2009
Brenda I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your sister. I will pray for your family and I know that God will comfort you like no one else can during this time.
Shani Freeman-Robinson
March 13, 2009
To the Mitchell-Johnson Family: I wish my deepest sympathy to you during this time. Toni my prayers are with you and your family.
Nikita Forde
March 13, 2009
My precious & loving angel you are truly missed. I'm so glad we became closer before you were sick. You showed me your softer side. Thanks for letting me in. As promised I will take care of your baby. Make sure she has the things you would give her....love & affection. I love you Auntie Bab!!!
Johnny Mitchell
March 13, 2009
Bab...words cannot express the loss I feel, but it is comforting to know you are not suffering and that helps my heart..I will miss you...and "Dear Boy" a sentiment only you can make special...your little Brother Johnny
MARILYN JACKSON
March 9, 2009
DEAREST FAMILY, WORDS OF SYMPATHY AND PRAYER THAT CHERISHED MEMORIED WILL BRING PEACE TO HEARTS AND MIND OF THE FAMILY. I AM CARING , PRAYING AND THINKING THAT GOD WILL HELP SEE YOU ALL THROUGH THIS JOURNEY. I KNOW THE CLOSENESS OF FAMILY AND FRIENDS WILL REFLEX GOD'S LOVE,STRENGTH AND KINDNESS AT THIS TIME WHEN YOU ALL NEED HIM MOST GOD BLESS YOU ALL WITH PEACE AND BLESSINGS
Mya Torres
March 9, 2009
we all miss and love her dearly but now she doesn't have to suffer anymore
Albert Torres
March 9, 2009
Good bye for now, but not forever. Dear Sister Barbara I know you are gone from us, but I thank you for accepting me and letting me be part of your family. I regret that life is too short and there is never enough time to get to know people completely. We never said much to each other, but whenever we did see each other and talk, I found that we have some things in common. We both like action and vampire movies. You and I got to know each other better when we all went to Carolyn's for Jerry's retirement. I fondly remember we almost left you at the airport when you couldn't find your ID. I love you Barbara, your physical presence might be gone, but you are very much alive in all of our hearts and minds. We will forever love you, until we meet again. Love your brother-in-law Albert.
Mervin Smith
March 8, 2009
To my sister-in-law who has been more like a sister, from the time we met back in the day until now, I will always remember the "special" times we shared and how you always made me feel welcome. I love you and will miss you.
Mynita
March 8, 2009
To The Mitchell-Johnson Family, My heart and prayers go out to you during this difficult time. Barbara has her wings now, she is resting in GOD's care. You are a strong family, I admire that about you. Continue to hold each other up, remember that you are loved by alot of people. Glenda, I am so glad that you allowed me to meet your wonderful sister I will hold our time in Vegas in my heart forever. I love you Girl.
Stanley Mitchell
March 8, 2009
My sister Barbara is my hero. I only hope that I can live up to being her.
Carolyn Nealy
March 8, 2009
There is only love for my sister Barbara and family. I pray that God will grant us peace.
Cary & Jennifer Thompson
March 8, 2009
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.
Jo Ann Mitchell-Smith
March 7, 2009
My sister, my friend, there are no words that will ever express the hurt that I'm feeling since you were called home. We have always been close and that will never change. I will really miss our early morning conversations on my way to work. I'm at peace with you no longer being in pain. God knows best..You will always be with me and I will always love and miss you! Your Big Sister.
Latifah Pompey
March 7, 2009
Hi Auntie this is Latifah and just letting ou know that i love you and you will always be in my heart forever R.i.P Auntie Barbara
Dorothy Mitchell
March 7, 2009
I am going to miss you very much big sis. Remember I have your back and you have mines. love your little sis and brother in law
Glenda Barney
March 7, 2009
My Dear sister Barbara, I truly miss you, I know God knew best, I so wanted to reach San Diego to see you to give you a hug and tell you how much I love you. Please know I will always keep you in my heart and I thank God for my beautiful sister who is now in his care. RIP my darling sister.
Juanita Duresseau
March 7, 2009
Words can never replace her smile, her laughter or her warm hug when she sees you, but they have been a great comfort to the family. We will miss our special angel, and there is nothing that could have prepared us for this lost (another sibling is gone) God has better plans for her and he knew her work here was done. I will miss my sister and the bond that we shared, thank You God for putting me into this family and being allowing her to be a part of my life.
Juanita
Raff
March 7, 2009
The lost of your dear sister Barbara will be remembered by all of you. But it also bring your family closer together…..you will need each other to get through this rough time. Remember that God does not give us anymore than we can bear. May God continue to bless your family.
Brenda Mitchell
March 7, 2009
My dear older sister....... I am going to miss the way you took forever to say what you wanted to express. We are all still praying for answers and comfort from God because you left us in a blink of an eye. Thanks again for the help you gave me when I was in my early tweenties and for the times when you made me your delicious macaroni and cheese. Bab... who is going to pull up the rear when we have our family gatherings? That was your job and you did it well and consistent... Love you!!!!!!
Brenda (twin)
Tracie Mitchell
March 7, 2009
My Dearest Aunt, I am missing you more and more every day. I know you are no longer suffering and you are at peace. I just wish that we just had more time to share. I love you with all my heart.
Your First Born Niece, Tracie Mitchell
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