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TOWNSEND-TALL Darnell Darnell Townsend-Tall 36 passed away on November 7, 2011. A native of Toledo, he attended Libbey High School, worked 10 seasons for Honey Baked Ham, was the CEO of Plush Entertainment, and was a member of Victory International Church. He was preceded in death by son Darnell Townsend and mother Shelia Townsend-Dixon. He is survived by wife, Shavonie Tall; children, Dre'Yonte, Darnishe, Chanell, Danell, Alicia; father, Raydean Tall; grandmother, Leatha (Aaron) Griffin; sister, Devona Townsend; brother, Damion (Tyesha) Townsend; and a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. Wake service will be Thursday 10 a.m. with funeral service following at 11 a.m. St. James - The Armory, Dr. William James Jr., Pastor and officiant, Pastor Nadine Larde, eulogist. Burial Forest Cemetery. Arrangement by Dale-Riggs Funeral Home. www.dalefh.com

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Published by The Blade on Nov. 15, 2011.

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Oldest Son

September 9, 2024

It´s crazy I decided to look you up today, I just sat and read all the notes people left for you got me tearing up. Everything people say about you always make me feel good so many people speak so highly about you, and I love hearing it a lot of times I jus wish I could´ve been there to witness all the great things you´ve done to make these people feel the way they do about you lol I saw a lil bit but I was too young and you was young and turnt it took me to grow up doing most of the same things you have done for me to understand your life better I guess we twins fr in real life lol Today you was on my mind and I came across this page so I just wanted to tell you how much I love you and miss you we all do Thank you for being An amazing Father and Friend not only to me and my siblings but to all the people who love you also I Love you Dad see you soon enough -Dre

Chanell

February 17, 2024

Daddy ouuuu I miss you the pain never gotten better I was a
Kid but as an adult it hurts even worse I Love you forever

-your daughter Chanell

Tanesha Wallace

November 9, 2019

Miss you friend RIP

Andrea McGee-Allen

December 7, 2011

cant believe its been a whole month since you been gone ! It still kinda feel like a dream ! It feel like forever ! but I know yu in a better place smiling down on us ! .. Rest In Heaven Nell ! Love You ...... You will never be forgotten

Devona Townsend

November 28, 2011

20 DAYZ will never add up to a lifetime I love you forever and ever I still can not believe this I keep looking for you but you are no longer here I will see you again brother your big sister (tears)

Roxanna Scott

November 26, 2011

Rip

November 24, 2011

R.I.PNelly Nell love The Thomas Family

Stephanie Thomas

November 24, 2011

R.I.P Nelly Nell u were a wonderful person u have a place in parts of alot of our family u will be greatly missed but not forgotten we will keep your memories alive and strong 1 love Nelly Nell you will be greatly missed

NIECEY LOFTON

November 24, 2011

R.I.P. NELLY NEL U WILL TRULEY MISSED I DIDN'T KNW YOU WELL BUT MY BROTHER DID AND HYS TEARS BROUGHT MY TEARS...WELL WAT I TRYNA SAY IS I'M THANKFUL U WERE IN MY LIFE AND HIS...REST IN PARADISE...

DJUAN COLEMAN

November 23, 2011

RIP NELLY NELLY..MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOUR ENTIRE FAMILY. MAY YOU REST IN HEAVEN.

ebony akins

November 22, 2011

U will b truly missd nell u aint gon u jz beat us home

TIFFANY Rogers

November 20, 2011

U'll be missed.

Stan Richmond

November 20, 2011

Coming to the City won't be the same without you Nephew, see you when I get there. Rest "in God's grace", one love for life... Uncle Stan & Helen Mason Richmond

TRAVIS ANDERSON

November 18, 2011

RIP NELLY NEL U WILL BE GREATLY MISSED.

Del Holder

November 18, 2011

May GOD bless the family is this their time of mourning !

joann gresham

November 18, 2011

rest in peace nelly nell our prayers go out to the talls and townswnd may god bless from the gresham family and hicks family

LATOYA WIGGINS

November 17, 2011

nice to have know u u was angel now god had called u back home he have sumthg else for u to do R.I.H NELLY NELL

Tare lake

November 17, 2011

U will be miss

Tiffiney

November 17, 2011

R.I.P NELLY

keonna hutcherson,rayford

November 17, 2011

Nelly im going to miss u so gald i kicked it wit u for your birthday.u will be turely missed i will forever keep family in my prayers.

November 17, 2011

To a real G. R.I.P


Kore Holmes

November 17, 2011

Nelly you will be missed dearly,you always kept a smile on your face.We will continue to pray for your family and children.


Marvita Holmes

Demeco Lewis

November 17, 2011

I really can't believe that you're gone! You truly will be missed

tony ben

November 17, 2011

nelly u were a great young man that i"m glad i had a chance to meet. i pray for ur kids & family. I will remimber U bro. R .I .P Latenite. .

November 17, 2011

NELLY, IT,S ME BOOKER-T. I NEVER GOT THE CHANCE TO SAY HOW PROUD I WAS OF YOU THE DAY YOU COMPLETED BUSINESS COLLEGE. UNIVERSITY OF FINLEY. WE DID IT TOGETHER WHO WOULD HAVE THOUGHT. ONLY A HAND FULL KNOW OUR STORY BUT WE DID IT OUR WAY. BIG CLIFF (SUG) IS THINKING OF YOU. GLADE WE HAD THE PHONE CALL . WELL MY BROTHER, UNTIL WE MEET IN HEAVEN , WE,LL KEEP YOU WITH US ALWAYS. I LOVE YOU MAN . CORNELL BOOKER B.K.A BOOKER-T ALSO SPEAKING FOR OUR BROTHER WHO IS UNABLE TO AT THIS TIME CLIFF B.K.A SUG. MAY GOD BE WITH YOU.

Bridgette Wheaton

November 17, 2011

We will all miss you! From the southside to every hood,RIH Nelly Nell! Love Bridgette Wheaton and family!

sherronda

November 17, 2011

I remember meeting you at Auot Zone and I was having a bad day. You told me don't let them get to you from then on everytime you came in there and I was working you would wait for me to assist you. Im gonna miss seeing that SMILE walk in that door us laughing and talk trash. You made my day everytime you walked in there you were my favorite customer. Thank you for your words of encouragement,your smile, and sweet personality. Miss You my friend.

daniel wiggins

November 17, 2011

I LOVE YOU BRAH

Crystal Powell

November 17, 2011

You were a good man taken from this earth to soon God has a plan for you in his Kingdom still doesn't seem real!!!!! To the family my prayers are with you nothing will take away the hurt but I pray that you all will make it through as a family.

November 17, 2011

Wow! where to begin..back in 92'I am truely blessed to have known u and to have had u in my life.I'll never forget your since of humor just one of many thngs I"ll never forget.Im loving U,Im missing, & Im goin to see U at the crossroad. xoxo
Sheila Tiny Bop

arielle townsend

November 16, 2011

All i can say is i wish i could have seen you before you left this world....Smh... I love you cousin and i will miss you so much never forget you or that big smile you had... I love you Nelly!

Cousin Arielle

arielle townsend

November 16, 2011

Cousin i will miss you , you were a good man everytime i saw you, you had a big smile on your face!! I wish that i would have got a chance to see you before you left this world. I will always love you!!
*R.I.P* Cousin Arielle

selena townsend

November 16, 2011

Darnell I'll always remember your smile. I'll always miss you and Your mom Shelia. Love Auntie Selena.

Quinton Ross

November 16, 2011

Whats up Nelly, Gonna miss you bro! Your in Gods hands now so I no you with good people.

KIMBO

November 16, 2011

DAMN FAM WE STOOD NEXT TO EACH OTHER CRYING AS WE BURIED " THE GENERAL" ! I LOVE YOU FAM !!!!! HOLDING U DOWN BIG BO"

Connie Flores

November 16, 2011

LA PAZ DE CRISTO.... TALL FAMILY.

Tylisha C

November 16, 2011

Nelly your in a better place now no more pain you will be truely missed

STEPHANIE PARKER

November 16, 2011

REST IN PARADISE NELLY NELL I CANT BELIEVE YOUR ARE REALLY GONE IN FLESH ITS HURTING ME SO BADLY BUT I HAVE REALIZED THAT GOD MADE NO MISTAKES AND YOUR DUTIES ON EARTH ARE COMPLETE AND NOW HE NEEDS YOU WITH HIM......SO WITH THAT SAID I WILL SEE U WHEN U GET THERE U CAN PARTY WITH YOUR MOTHER NOW!!!!! LOVE U NELL NELL YOU WILL AND FOREVER BE MY BROTHER BLACKEY......

Elaine Kemley-Tall

November 16, 2011

To the family,

I am really going to miss Nellie, whenever he saw me he would yell, Auntie. He truly holds a special place in my heart. I'll miss his smile, kindness and his sweet personality. May we all continue to be blessed by his heavenly presence. I you love Nellie.

Aunt Elaine Kemley (Tall)

Courtney Higgs

November 16, 2011

You truley was a one of the good guys...I will miss that big smile and the hugs every time i seen your face.May my God keep us here on earth strong while we deal with the lost of your warm presence..sending my condolences to nellys kids, family and close friends...

jessica Bryant bey

November 16, 2011

You may be gone but never forgotten. You can now walk and talk with GOD for all time! see you when i get there Nelly Nell!

Mz.Drama OPMC

November 16, 2011

WE MISS YOU NELLY NELL!!!
GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN

RENEISHA PRICE-FIEMING

November 16, 2011

YOU ARE AN ANGEL IN HEAVEN NELLY.LOOKING DOWN ON US NOW.YOUR MEOMERIES WILL LIVE ON IN YOUR KIDS.TO THE FAMILY I LOVE ALL OF YOU !!IM PRAYING FOR YOU GUYS IN YOUR TIME OF GRIEVING.

Seneca Dixon

November 16, 2011

Rest in peace. Every time I seen you always had a smile on your face and talking about your kids. You have always gave me the biggest hugs. RIP.

Tiyanna Parcher

November 16, 2011

RIH NELLY UR GONE BUT NEVER 4GOTTEN MY PRAYERS R WITH YOUR FAMILY.. SEE YOU WHEN WE GET THERE!

Mee Mee Watkins

November 16, 2011

My condelence to family. Nelly you were a great dude never changed always respectful and kind may you rest in heaven and you'll be missed dearly

Jasmine White

November 16, 2011

I didn't have the honor of getting to know you better, but I wish I could have you were my big cousin and an exceptional man. R.i.h you are missed.

Tiffany Hawkins -Smith

November 16, 2011

Rest in peace Nell. Another young man gone. I'm sending my deepest sympathy to your family at this dark time.

marc hughes

November 16, 2011

after the pain come many joys now rest among kings and queens and enjoy the life god has for you. You are truly missed and will never be forgotten

Harold Banker

November 16, 2011

Everyone should receive the love and respect in the neighborhood like you did sir. You were one of those guys that everyone one spoke to "dapped up" hugged and flashed a smile to. Even if they saw you the day before. My heart goes out to your Family especially your wife and kids. -Harold T. Banker

April Gilmore

November 16, 2011

Always smiling...

Jackie (E-Reed Mom)

November 16, 2011

I'm truly going to miss you,(Nephew). I'm going to miss your smile and your beautiful attitude to,You will always be in my heart To the family keep your head up,and stay strong, I love u all. R.I.H. Nelly Nell

jasmine gresham

November 16, 2011

R.I.P Nelly Nell You Will Be Missed !

TANESHA WALLACE

November 15, 2011

NELL..... DNT KNOW WHAT TO SAY I LOVE U BOSS

Alesia Abbott

November 15, 2011

Nelly Nell good people!!! You will truly be missed

Clarice (Gregory) Smith

November 15, 2011

My condolences go out to the family and friends. You will forever be in my prayers. RIP Nelly Nell you will truly be missed.

jean arrington

November 15, 2011

i will remember you in my heart for alway

Cretia a.k.a MzDrama OPMC

November 15, 2011

STILL SADDENED BY ALL THIS!!
MY CONDOLENCES TO THE TOWNSEND-TALL FAMILY!!
YOU'RE IN BO$$ HEAVEN NOW BABE....REST PEACEFULLY!!

Tamar Dotson

November 15, 2011

Nelly Nell, notorious for that BIG ole smile...all I had to do is say hi and you were already smiling! We lost a real cat on Nov. 7, 2011!! My heart is with the family, yall are my family and I love yall...stay strong even when it don't feel like you can, lean on GOD, he's the only one that can give a comfort no man can!!

tia ulis

November 15, 2011

Bro u will b truly miss'd i had fun wit u while u whr here c u when i gt thr

Shalonda Jackson

November 15, 2011

R.I.H. CUZZO LUV U!

Evelyn

November 15, 2011

I am not sure of what to say because I'm still in disbelief that you are gone. I know one thing for certain that you were a cool dude and you will be truly missed. As my papa would say your work is done here "HE" has work for you to do upstairs. There's a little boy named Kevion in your path tell em I said Hi and I love him.

Candice hopings

November 15, 2011

God doesn't make mistakes, and he needed u more, so there for he called for another angel...u will truly be missed...Prayer goes out to the family

Catherine Lewis

November 15, 2011

You always had a smile so big, and like family you will be missed, and I will keep your family in prayer during this difficult time

Nichole Jacobs

November 15, 2011

My condolences to the Family, you will be missed Bro. Darnell...

s. lee

November 15, 2011

My prayers are with the family.

The Williams Family

November 15, 2011

My prayers are with the Tall family/friends during this difficult time. Take comfort that God has plans for Nelly and one day we all will unite. Free from pain, sadness and misery. Stay strong.

Shantell

November 15, 2011

You always had a smile on your face. We will all miss that. I know you and your mama up there doin the hustle. May GOD be with your family & kids. Rest In Paradise Nell! Gone but never Forgotten

tynika " deeyka" jones

November 15, 2011

I am so lost of words......friend I am so going to miss u I have known u all my life.....and it will seem so sureal without u......im praying for ur families.......love u homey.....(firstteam)

Loving

November 15, 2011

GOD bless the family of Nelly!! You will truly Be Missed.

antonio muscle wiggins

November 15, 2011

latly i been thinkin of the late 80z.... thats when me brandy & april met nell davona &damion(buck)my mom diane &his mom sheala were super cool... we was kickinit on waverly....eatin now&laters candy plus debbie cakes after that it was time to grow up.no doubt we all moved to differant houses on tha south but never grew apart wow we miss u nell your in all our thoughts......MUSCLE MUSCLE....my blessins is with the whole family

Andrea McGee-Allen

November 15, 2011

Yu will missed dearly !!!! i love yu always !!!!

Kristanika Brenson

November 15, 2011

My prayers goes out to the loved ones of Nelly Nell, my VIRGO BRO, may you R.I.H.
Much Love !!

Nicole Harris

November 15, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Nelly was a great friend and a joy to know. He made an impact on my life and I'm sure many others. Rip Nelly...you will truly be missed...but never forgotten. With all my love..

lisa Griffin

November 15, 2011

I am so sorry to hear of your lose I will keep the family in prayer

Eileen Price

November 15, 2011

God has chosen his latest Soljah 4 wuteva reason he knows best! God makes no mistakes....he has other plans 4 U, go head soljah boy get yo wings! 2 the family keep yo heads up, My prayers are wit U aw!

MARIO MADRID

November 15, 2011

YOU WILL BE MISS BRO YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOT MY BROTHER FROM ALL OF THE OHIO PLAYERS FAMILY R.I.H BRO LOVE YOU MAN.

APRIL ANTHONY

November 15, 2011

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

Linda Boyd-Reese

November 15, 2011

To the Townsend and Sandridge Families,
I am sorry to hear of the loss of your love one, may good memories stay close in your hearts always. May God give you what you need now and later for this loss.

danni j

November 15, 2011

God bless tha family of Mr. Tall

Diandre & Reva Spates

November 15, 2011

A true friend always to me and Dre. We always appreciated your friendship and will miss you always!!!

Nicole Saunders

November 15, 2011

R.I.P Nellly Nell may god b with your family..

chavonne barnes

November 15, 2011

my heart is torn since you've been gone, i mean how could this happen, you were here one day then the next your gone, my heart and prayers are with your kids and family for life im gonna sure miss seein yo face everyday,and when i think about you nelly nell its gonna cause me lifetimes of pain everytime i hear your name. you wil be missed and loved forever sincerely von.

The booth family

November 15, 2011

Our condolences to the family....be strong and take one day at a time....God heals all wounds...God bless

Layka Layton

November 15, 2011

R.I.P. NELLY NELL...A NICE, RESPECTABLE MAN WAS TAKEN FROM HIS FAMILY... I WAS BLESSED TO KNOW U FOR 12 YEARS...

tina feagin

November 15, 2011

My brother I miss you my heart so broken you will be miss love you Nelly nell

Keisha Ridley and Family

November 15, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.
May your heart and soul find peace and comfort.
Hold tight to memories for comfort, lean on your friends for strength and always remember how much you are cared about.
We pray the love of God enfolds you during your difficult times and he helps you heal with the passing of each day.
May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead.
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.Nelly was loved by many and will be GREATLY MISSED.

Jaynie Thomas

November 15, 2011

Rip nelly you will always be missed

Rex Tall Jr.

November 15, 2011

I will miss you Nelly, you always stayed on me to make sure that I was doing the right things for me and my kids words can't express how much I'm hurt right now. I will try my best to remember what you taught me and try to do what's right. I love you Nelly and I'm gone miss you big cousin Thanks for Everything!

LOUISE (SUGAR) JACKSON

November 15, 2011

NELLY, U WILL BE SO MISSED BY ALL... I WILL PERSONALLY MISS THE BIG SMILE N HUGS THAT U ALWAYS GREETED ME WITH. U ARE SO SPECIAL IN OUR FAMILY; GOD HAS A PLAN AND ALTHOUGH WE DON'T UNDERSTAND WE MUST ACCEPT IT. LOVE U FOREVER, SWEET ONE... MY THE FAMILY BE COMFORTED BY MEMORIES ALWAYS... R.I.H.

Rex Tall Jr.

November 15, 2011

I love you big cousin, you taught me so much and really wanted to see me doing the right things for me and my kids. After all you have done there is nothing to say that will express my feelings for everything but I can say thanks Im gone miss you Nelly!

MARY HOLSTON

November 15, 2011

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.

Kesha Watts Payne

November 15, 2011

U will b missed. U r n a better place, and may God be with u and ur family. Kesha ToneTone, DeeDee Watts.

Victoria brown

November 15, 2011

R.I.P DARNELL A.K.A NELLE

Clarence Jennings

November 15, 2011

My prayers go out to Cousin Darnell's Wife and Children and Family. Clarence Jennings

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