Robert Lee Harrell, 83, fell asleep in death on July 26, 2024, peacefully at home surrounded by his wife and family. Born to Clara and Albert Harrell in Norfolk, VA on Saturday October 19, 1940. He was a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School, and he attended Tidewater Community College. Robert retired from the City of Norfolk, in May 2003.
In 1966 Robert made a life changing decision to serve Jehovah and he became a faithful servant of Jehovah. Throughout the years he was part of several congregations – Norfolk, Villa Heights, Colonial, and since 2007 he was a member of the Suffolk, VA Churchland Congregation.
Robert loved the ministry and loved doing research to have a deeper understanding of God’s word. He loved his family and all his spiritual family and friends. Robert loved to dance and his favorite song was Jam Tonight.
Robert was predeceased by his brothers Albert Harrell, Charles Harrell, Ernest Harrell, William Harrell, two sisters, Mildred Harrell, Ruby Anderson, a brother-in-law, Robert Smith; sister-in-law, Phyllis Young and a nephew, Reginald Andrews.
He is survived by his loving wife of 21 years Dianne Harrell, Twin Sister Roberta Smith of Norfolk; his Sisters-in-law, Hattie Young of Cleveland, Ohio, Uleisa Young of Cleveland Ohio, Brother Kenneth Floyd (Valerie) Suffolk, VA; His children: two Daughters Thalia Harrell, of North Carolina, Paris Mock of Georgia, and his son Reginald Harrell (Tanasha) of Arizona. (Mother of the children, Jessie McClease)
Grandchildren: Lorenzo, India, Taj, China, Eric, James III, Cai, Xavier, and Journey.
Great Grandchildren: Lazaria, Nyrie, Bacari, Jamari, Juelz, Aiden, Aubrey, Amir, Paislee, and Kennedy.
As well as a host of nieces, nephews, extended spiritual family and beloved friends.
Acknowledgements: The family of Robert Lee Harrell would like to express our heartfelt thanks to all of our family and friends for being so supportive. Words cannot express how much we appreciate the many phone calls, cards, prayers, comforting text messages, visits, flowers, that have truly reassured us of your love and affection. May Jehovah richly bless you for your loving acts of kindness. We would like to thank Marion, Milton, Alma, Sarah, Shirley, Eddie, Dot, Rena, and Marie who helped us tremendously, physically, emotionally, and with practical advice and words of wisdom in how to care for Robert. We learned how to make my husband Robert comfortable during his illness and how to take care of myself in the process. We cannot leave the Bon Secours Hospice who gave my husband and I the care we needed.
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Tammy Watson says
July 29, 2024 at 4:24 pmMay you hold on to those precious memories on your heart and find comfort and peace to face the days ahead. Love you
Pat Hooker says
July 29, 2024 at 7:01 pmDear Family,
We all feel the pain and sorrow of your lost. Robert was a true friend and brother to all. May Jehovah continue to give all of us his spirit to continue serving and being faithful like Robert.
Love, Pat and Brad Hooker
Pat Hooker says
July 29, 2024 at 7:04 pmDear Family,
We all feel the pain and sorrow of your lost. Robert was a true friend and brother to all. May Jehovah continue to be with you all.
Love, Pat and Brad Hooker
Emma Mason says
July 29, 2024 at 9:54 pmDear Dianne and Family.
I send my Love and Sympathy to you and your family. May Jehovah, the God of All Comfort be with you
Shirley Waters says
July 30, 2024 at 10:31 amMy deepest condolences to Dianne and family for your loss. Robert was such a caring friend to so many. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Angela Artis says
July 30, 2024 at 6:56 pmSo sorry to hear of the loss of a caring brother. May Jehovah comfort the family during this time. Love and condolences to the family.
The Murray Family says
July 31, 2024 at 2:12 amMy sincere condolences to you Dianne and your family! May Jehovah comfort you during this difficult time!
Karlos & Darlene Adams says
July 31, 2024 at 10:59 amDianne, keep the many good memories close to your mind and heart, until our Heavenly Father reunites you soon in everlasting perfection. We love you.
LaBarbara W. Anderson says
July 31, 2024 at 3:56 pmTO MY AUNTIE DIANNE
SENDING MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO YOU KNOW THAT ROBERT IS RESTING NOW NO MORE PAIN OR SUFFERING HE WAS A GREAT GUY AND SO FUN TO BE AROUND KNOW THAT YOU WILL SEE HIM AGAIN IN THE NEW SYSTEM. LOVE YOU VERY MUCH!!! YOUR NEICE BOO