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Linda Harrell Obituary

HAMPTON - Linda Darnell Harrell, age 57, mother of Seephen L. Harrell, Dwhan V. Harrell and Robert L. Harrell Jr., died Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2007. Arrangements by Ronald C. Perkins Funeral Home.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 31, 2007.

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Lisa Greene

December 17, 2007

Dwhan, My condolence's to you and your brothers on the passing of your mother. I remember your mother as a very strong and confident mother who loved her sons. Seeing you again after all these years I knew I had seen you before (Whitney's Mom). Your mother will always be in your heart and a part of your life. A Mother's love can never be replaced. Your mother will always be a part of your life because she lives through you and your brothers. Stay Blessed Lisa Greene

Dwhan Jr. Harrell

December 2, 2007

Never let Dimitri and I down
Always around for us
Now in the Lord's arms
Always looking down on Dimitri and I.

Leslie Ansong

November 23, 2007

Rob,
Baby, I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. I can't begin to imagine what you and your brothers are going through. In these times of sorrow, you truly find out whose shoulders are strong enough for you to lean on and I want you to know my strength will never wither.
Steve, Dwhan and the Harrell family in the short time I've knew your mother, we laughed a lot. She was the only woman that could shout me up. She was a strong, admirable woman and raise 3 fine men. In everthing you do in the future....make sure it honors your mother. She had a full, well-lived life!

Phyllis Joseph

November 20, 2007

Rob
You have my deepest sympathy for the loss of your Mother. Living with Linda for eight months of my life was quite exciting. She had more energy and love for me and all my family. She always wanted to go to work with me and ride in the taxi. She would do anything to help all of us at anytime. She was always strong and never complained. I have faced the pain that you are going thru but if you keep believing in God that he never does anything wrong and he will help you through these trying times. Just be there for her grandkids, Niles, Kiva, and Ibri as she was for You, Stephen and Dwhan. "Honour thy Father and thy MOTHER: that thy days maybe long upon the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee" and you did exactly as he commanded. Your Mother-in-Law

Gwen Toombs (Jackson)

November 15, 2007

Condolence and many blessings to the Family. Stay strong in the faith. My sister (Jackie) and I know Skooty from jr high school days. She was always full of life, laughter, and mischief. Peace B with you always.

Denise Macklin

November 11, 2007

She is with The Lord for sure. "Twiggy" was such a wonderful, fun-loving person who would keep my hair looking good. She was the best! God will continue to bless the family. She is one of His angels now.

Carla Pittman

November 9, 2007

Dwhan, It is always unfortunate when we will no longer see a loved one anymore on this side of life. However God always has us wrapped up in his arms if we would just allow Him to take charge. God's Speed to you, Robbie, and Steve. Carla (Gent's friend).

Douglas Holmes

November 9, 2007

Rob, this is from the staff and kids at the cary afterschool program. We are sorry fo ryour loss and we here for you and your family.

Marina K

November 9, 2007

Hey Stevo...i'm really not good with these kind of situations...i'm sorry for your loss and i hope you cope well with it...just want to let you know i'm here for you...right across the street :) take care and i'll talk to you soon...Marina

Marcus Jelks

November 9, 2007

Harrell Family;deepest condolences to the entire family.To the men,stand strong for your families,and remember real men cry.Dwhan your family has become family to our family and you know if I can help out in any way just say the word.The Jelks Family

Wanda Solomon & Family

November 9, 2007

To The Family,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you as you go through this difficult time. May God Bless Each Of You.

Sherri McIver

November 8, 2007

To the Harrell, Take comfort in knowing that God never makes a mistake. Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

James Thompson

November 8, 2007

Dwhan,
I'm so sorry to hear about mother. May God be with you and your family.

Love,
Rocky and Yvette Thompson

Adrian Summers

November 8, 2007

Steve, Duan and Robbie
I hope you guys understand how much your mom inspired me when I was a child. She was one of the most important influences in my life and she will always be alive in my heart.

Pamela Mayo

November 8, 2007

Stephen, I want to express my condolences to you and your family. May you continue to hold on to the fond memories and life teachings that your mom provided to you and your brothers!!!God Bless and keep you...

Sharoné Golden-Lewis

November 8, 2007

Dwhan,

Sorry to hear about your Mother. May God bless you and your brothers!!
Stay Strong In The Lord.

Jacques Jean

November 8, 2007

The LORD will bless you, strengthen you, and also with you and your family in this time of supplication. With love and prayers from the JEAN family.

Deonna (Dee Dee) Highsmith Thomas

November 8, 2007

Steve, it saddens me to hear that you have lost one of the most precious gifts in life that anyone can have, A MOTHER. Just remember that a mother's love never disappears, even when the flesh does. Keep all that she has given you close to your heart and may you find peace in knowing that she is in a place where she doesn't have to feel anymore pain or sorrow. I will keep you and all of your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Dawne Bjorklund

November 8, 2007

Dwhan, Christi & Family,
You know that I love all of you just like you're my own family. Not only are you my extended family but you're also my Masonic family. Please know that I am ALWAYS here for you. I don't think that there are any words that I can say that would ease the pain you're feeling right now. Just believe that the Lord makes no mistakes and that He gave you all the years of your life to have with your momma. Cherish those wonderful times and remember her laugh, her spunk, her attitude and outgoing personality that you so often speak of. Remember the joy you gave her (along with those two little men of your's) and the joy she brought to you all. No one can ever take those times away. Grieve my dear brother but then I want you to REJOICE because you know she's in Heaven having a good ol' time!

Be Blessed and Uplifted,
Bj

Dennis Ferguson

November 8, 2007

Dwhan,
You know that my heart goes out to you and your family. As you go through these times you are not alone. My thoughts and prayers are wtih you. You know that I'm always just a phone call away.

Your brother,
Dennis

November 8, 2007

May God watch over you all at this time, and thereafter. May the Legacy you have guide and strengthen you, and each other.
My Blessings For You.

The Moore/Wilson Families

Lena Wilson

Beth Whitten

November 8, 2007

I am sorry for your loss. May you find peace and happiness in the rememberence of your Mother. May her spirit live through you as you pass on memories of her to your children. You will be in my prayers.

SSG Tammy Spence

November 8, 2007

SFC Harrell,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. If you need anything let me know.

Janet Whitaker

November 8, 2007

To Cherise and The Harrell Family,
Words cannot express the sorrow and sympathy felt for you now. In the loss of your Love one I am praying that God will grant you courage and peace to ease your hearts. Love Janet Whitaker (Jay) x coworker from Newport News. Class Of 67 Phenix

Jennifer Jones

November 8, 2007

SFC Harrell and Family,
Cast all of your sorrows on the Lord. May God Bless and Keep you and your family.

ELLEN LASTER

November 7, 2007

HARRELL FAMILY
MY HEART HAS BEEN TOUCHED SO MANY TIMES BY THE LOSS OF LOVED ONES. BUT THE LOSS OF A MOTHER, THE ONE THAT TOUCHES SO MANY LIVES IN SO MANY WAYS IS DEVASTATING. NO ONE KNOWS THE TIME OR THE HOUR OUR FATHER WILL CALL US HOME. BLESSED BE THE ONES THAT COULD FEEL THE LOVE OF A MOTHER BECAUSE THERE IS NO BETTER LOVE. TO KNOW THAT YOUR MOTHER HAS GONE HOME WITH THE LORD IS A GREAT JOY, SHE HAS SEEN THE STREET OF GOLD THAT WE CAN ONLY TALK ABOUT, THE MOST MARVELOUS EVENT NOW IS THAT SHE HAS SEEN THE FACE OF THE LORD.
OUR CONDOLENCES ARE SHARED WITH YOU AND THE FAMILY
WE LOVE YOU CHRISTI AND D

Terrence Tyree

November 7, 2007

To the Harrell Family:
I send my deepest condolences to you. Use this time to remember the loving times you had with Ms. Harrell. God Will Bring You Through. May God be with you all. I am praying for you.

Leon Alexander

November 7, 2007

My God richly bless you the family and restore you all in every way.

corey smith

November 7, 2007

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Tommy Hackney

November 7, 2007

SFC Harrell,

I am very sorry to hear of your Loss Brother! I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. I know it can't be easy, but just take comfort in the fact that your Mom is in a better place where there is no pain, no anxiety and no problems. If you need anything, Just let me know.

SFC Hackney & Family

JOSEPH FRAZIER

November 7, 2007

may our heavenly father bless the family of our beloved sister.
joseph l frazier and family

KIMBERLY TURRENTINE

November 7, 2007

May God be with you all in this time of sorrow. The Turrentine Family

Julian Wheeler

November 7, 2007

Our condolenses goes out to the Harrell family and friends. Hold your head up. I personally lost my mother last year and know how you feel.

MSG Eddie & Stefanie Gilbert

November 7, 2007

Our thoughts are with you and your family members.

Wanda & Darris Wynn

November 7, 2007

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

Cynthia "Cookie" Weatherspoon

November 7, 2007

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Frank and Gloria Goodman

November 7, 2007

On behalf of the Goodman family, Gloria and I would like to express our condolences to the Harrell family during this time of sorrow. We pray that God help all of you gather the strength and wisdom to accept His Will and Blessings. We love you and will keep your family in our prayers.

Michael Powell

November 7, 2007

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

Alexsondra Parks-Barnes

November 7, 2007

May God be with the entire family, a former classmate of Linda, she was always full of joy and always had a smile. Class of 1968 Phoenix High School.

THE CRAWLEYS

November 7, 2007

MAY YOU FIND COMFORT IN YOUR TIME OF NEED. GOD IS ONLY A STEP AWAY.

THE CRAWLEY FAMILY

November 6, 2007

So many special times with Linda Harrell that bonded our families and the memories we've made will go on and on. The years we've shared have been full of joy and she will forever stay in our hearts.
Stephen, Dwhan, and Robi always remember your mother's spirit lives on in you and her grandchildren and continue to live your lives knowing that she loved you very much and that love will lift you and give you peace. We pray God will comfort you in your loss.

With Love and Remembrance,
The Diggs Family
(Mr. Diggs, Schoochie, Donna, Joseph, Lori, Tracie, Denzel)

Maya Harrell

November 6, 2007

Dear Daddy,
I'm sorry about what happened to Nana. She is in a better place because she is not sick anymore. I will always keep her in my prayers!
I miss Nana very much and I think about her all the time. Daddy remember Nana will always be watching over you and all of our family. Nana I will always remember everything you taught me!
N-not forgotten
A-always in my heart
N-now with Grandma
A-always with God......Love Maya

Dwhan Harrell

November 6, 2007

Dear Momma,

It's been a pleasure being among the three sons that you have and raise soley on your own. You were our Mother to the fulliest and our father.

I am trying to figure out how to give you your last shout out and it's one of most difficult things I've ever had to do.

I can only think of what you would tell me when I need to drive on; you probably would say "Boy you better move on and live your days for your family and let me be. I'll be alright; you just make sure you be you be alright. I rasied you right and I know you'll be alright".

That's what you instilled in all of your sons; a since of confidence; a since of pride, and self esteem that no one can ever take away from us.

You battled your last fight until the end and I commend you for the ultimate fight that you actually won becuase you lived years after hearing the first bad news of cancer some years ago. So you go ahead and enjoy life after life and chill out with Grandmother (Margret E. Cotton) and the rest of our love ones as we continue the legacy that you started.

In closing, I just want to say that I LOVE YOU with all my heart and I won't forget a thing you told me or my brothers; please watch over our families and rest heavenly.

I salute you for the last time; as you made me the soldier that I am today; order arms.

MUAH, I LOVE YOU

Noelle Haile

November 6, 2007

My condolences for your loss Steve. Loosing family is unimaginable. I wish you strength in your time of sorrow.

Jurea Berger

November 6, 2007

Dwhan, Robbie & Steve,
I want to express my deepest sympathy for the loss of your mother. I know there are no words that can take the pain away but just know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. May God give you and your family the strength to go on.

Tufail Mirza

November 5, 2007

Linda:

I never had an oppertunity to meet you phycally, but I have been seeing you almost every day on the daily bases ever since I met with Stephen Harrell in 1986.
To me he is like my son.
He is your 100% reflection, as I see you an inspiration, hight level of moralty, full of pasion kindness and sympathy for all around you.

I had plans to see you this fall close to chrismax but you left us earlier.
You have only moved from here this world to the heavenly planet.
You only lost a physicall contact with us but you opened all the other spiritual channels with us.
You will get all rewards whenever your well wishers pray for you.
I pray for your safe jouney and may God place you on the highest heaven. Amin

Tufail Mirza

shirley b. sutton

November 5, 2007

The Harrell Family,
Your mother was a blessing to me and my girls when she was in the hair styling business. I will never forget her or the good times we had. She love her boys very much and you'll have my condolences. May God continue to bless you all.

Sly Francis

November 3, 2007

Stephen,
You know that you are a brother to me in many ways. I am truly sorry for your loss and I extend my sympathies to your family also. God will help you and your family get through this difficult time.

Dwayne Thomas

November 3, 2007

To Stephen, Dwhan, & Robbie

Guys my prayers goes out to you all...everyone knows its sad to a love one...and no one could have prepare you for times such as this...THE LORD have called an angel home to join to HIM...and just as SHE prepare a place and way of life while SHE was here for you...SHE is now HOME with The LORD to do the same...to make preparations for you you all once again...so you guys just say strong and wait for the day when you all reunite with HER in The KINGDOM of The LORD

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU STRONG

MESERET TEMESGEN

November 2, 2007

I VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.MAY GOD GIVE YOU THE STRANGTH & COMFORT AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME.(HABENS FRIEND)

Margarita Carrasco

November 2, 2007

Stephen,

My sincere sympathies to you and your family for the lost of your mother. My prayers are with you.

Felicia Hull

November 2, 2007

Stephen & Family,
Sorry to hear of your saddness but happy to know the Lord has moved your MOM LINDA out of pain & into a world of comfort. On behalf of my family, Bridgette, & me...we will pray strength for you & your family. May God bless you & be with you!! We are here for you please don't hesitate.

Love & Peace :-)

Fafi Srage

November 2, 2007

Dear Steven,
My Deepest Sympathy to You, and Your Family.
May it console you to know I care, Think of you warmly,
and in every prayer Ask God to bless you with courage to bear
the sorrow that now fills your heart. May God
of love and peace shall be with you…

Mekdes Medhane

November 2, 2007

Stephen
Deepest sympathy on the loss of your mom. Hope you find comfort in your happy memories.

Beniam Haile

November 2, 2007

Stephen, very sorry on your loss. I wish you and your family my deepest condolences and the strength to carry on.

Semret Medhane

November 2, 2007

Stephen,

You have my deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother. May God be with you always.

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.”
Matthew 5:4

Karine Achkar

November 2, 2007

Stephen,
My deepest condolences to you and your family Stephen. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

BERKER HAZAR

November 1, 2007

Stephen Harrell,

I am very sorry for your loss.I am keeping you and your family in my prayers.

Stephen Harrell

November 1, 2007

Mom-
My nights have not been the same.I miss you so much and I am so thankful for the all the wonderful years we have together. I would never imagine two weeks ago,it would be our last dinner.(The salad was so good)Too many people may know you as Linda and to me you are my hero,role model,my best friend and more important my MOTHER. Everyday when I look in the mirror I see you because of the man you made. You are in a better place now, one day I will join you. I love you more than words can express.
Rest in Peace!!!
Your son
Stephen L Harrell.

Haben Medhane

November 1, 2007

Stephen-
May the deep concern & sincere sympathy of others bring you comfort at this difficult time.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Haben Medhane

November 1, 2007

Stephen-
May the deep concern & sincere sympathy of others bring you comfort at this difficult time. You and your family are in my thoughts & prayers.

Cindy Cyr

November 1, 2007

Stephen, my deepest regard for the loss of your mother. May she be at peace and and find glory in the light of God.

Tasha Ford

November 1, 2007

I pray that God will comfort you at this difficult time. I apologize to hear about your tremendous lost. I know you loved your mother more than words could tell. Your trips to Virgina I'm sure will never be the same.

May God comfort you.

Love,

Tasha, Trey, and Trinity.

Tammy Bullock

November 1, 2007

Linda,
We will always love and you will forever be in our memories.

The Bullock Family
Ricky, Tammy, Daniel & Ashleigh

D Daggett

November 1, 2007

Sending my deepest condolences to entire family.

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