Book of Memories for Rebecca Brooke Winslett

Condolence From ceyla shoemaker

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 14:56:23 EDT

I am so sorry about Brookes passing. I remember when me and her went 2 Mcconnell together. She was an inspiration to everyone.Love Ceyla

Condolence From Danielle McGee

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 09:50:32 EDT

Brooke touched so many lives, and her legacy of love will live on forever. I'm inspired by all she accomplished, and by her immeasurable kindness. You and your family will remain in my thoughts and prayers.

Condolence From Kathy Long

Sun, 26 Jun 2011 16:40:24 EDT

May you all be comforted by your wonderful memories of Brooke. You will remain in my payers. I understand just a small bit of your heartach. Brook was in my class at Chattanooga State and she talked with me about the courses she needed to transfer to UTC. She would also just come to my office to "talk history." I remember how excited she was to become a docent for the Anne Frank exhibit when it was on our campus. She talked to me several times about traveling with the Chatt State history teachers on our trips to Europe. So Brooke was special to me too.

Condolence From The Law's

Sun, 26 Jun 2011 10:32:27 EDT

Belinda, Joe, Ali Jo and Joey Life brings tears, smiles and memories. The tears dry, the smile fades, but the memories live on forever. We were saddened to hear the news of Brooke's passing. Our memories of her will be forever part of one of the best holiday adventures through South Dakota and Wyoming. Her passion for history and friendship, laughter and song were some of the gifts she gave of herself. Marlene, Bill and Shaundra

Condolence From Tommy & Tracy Hale

Sun, 26 Jun 2011 02:15:50 EDT

Belinda, Joe, Ally Jo, Joey, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow. I just pray that God will wrap you all in his grace and get you through this hard time. My prayers will still be with you. Love Tommy and Tracy Hale

Condolence From Grady dagnan

Sat, 25 Jun 2011 20:25:53 EDT

My simpathy to the family on your loss. Where your ancestors Keefs . My great great grandfather was married to a Keef. Her mother was a Winslett. I am interested in Brooke research on this .

Condolence From Janelle and Gary Kelley

Sat, 25 Jun 2011 06:46:09 EDT

PRAYING FOR GOD TO GIVE YOU THE STRENGTH AND COMFORT THAT YOU AND EVERYONE MOURNING THE LOSS OF YOUR PRECIOUS DAUGHTER NEED.

Condolence From Toby Smith

Sat, 25 Jun 2011 04:13:05 EDT

Dearest Belinda, I was watching TV and heard on the news about Brooke. I couldn't believe what I was hearing. I know how proud you were of her back at McConnell Elementary School. Brooke was always happy and a big smile on her face when she attended the After School Program. I remember her and Tiffany Wheeler being best friends, always together. School was important to her back then, so I can imagine how important it became as she turn into a young women. IT looks like she fulfilled allot of her dreams early in life, traveling and enjoying her family life as a well rounded individual could be. She was a very loving person to everyone and I know she will have many rewards in heaven. God called her early I know, but that was his plan in the beginning She was an Angel here on earth and now in heaven watching over you. The memories you have of her are gifts to share with everyone. She made a difference on this earth and will be remembered by allot of people as a caring, loving and unique lady. She will be missed! I am proud that she was a part of my life that I will always cherish! My heart is hurting for you're whole family and I will continue to pray for all of you now and many weeks to come. Belinda, you are a very special person and I know God will help you through this time. Take a deep breath and remember the good times and a smile will come on your face, that will be a Brooke moment You'll have many of these the rest of you're life. I love you and will never forget you're kindness to me. I guess when you think of it Brooke had a great role model, YOU. Remembering you always, Toby

Condolence From Jeff Barnes and family, Atlanta GA

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 15:43:49 EDT

I was shocked to read about Brooke's passing in the paper. I do not have adequate words to express my sympathy. I will keep you both in my thoughts and prayers.

Condolence From Bill and Barbara Houston and family & all at B&B Filters

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 11:13:52 EDT

Joe, Belinda and family, We are so sorry for your loss and you are in our prayers. Your daughter must have been a wonderful person since she didn't let her illness stop her from doing what she wanted! We are sure you all will miss her terribly!! May God bless you all and keep you at this time of grief. Bill And Barbara Houston B&B Filters

Condolence From Beth Walker

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 10:41:34 EDT

Dear Belinda and Joe, We were so sorry to hear of Brooke's passing this weekend. I still remember her as such a sweet and precious little girl when we all use to hang out together. We will keep you in our hearts and prayers. Beth and Bobby Walker

Condolence From Susan Barnette-Knowledge Services Director, Greater Chattanooga Association of REALTORS

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 16:00:49 EDT

Belinda, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Condolence From Trish Hyler & family

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 15:54:34 EDT

My heart goes out to all of Brooke's family--Joe,Belinda,Joey,and Allie, as well as her grandmothers, Dot and Betty. We--her cousins and relatives-- are all grieving for her. Her life was a beacon of perseverance in the face of challenges most of us cannot even begin to imagine--yet she courageously prevailed--and with laughter and smiles. It is a shock to us all, but I know she is in the arms of those who went before--all the ancestors she dearly loved and whose lives she closely studied. We will all miss her smiling face here. "God gives us love--someone to love, He lends us."

Condolence From Dr. Christopher Stuart

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 15:29:35 EDT

I was so shocked and saddened to learn of Brooke's death. It seems impossible, as full of life as she was. I first met Brooke in an upper-division course on American Literature at UTC. Despite her hearing impairment and other health issues, she was a fearless contributor to class discussion, always interested and interesting. When an elderly man auditing the class that semester died before the class was over, she was the one who lead the charge to take up a donation and who saw to it that the class sent flowers to his funeral. She would drop by my office just to chat or borrow a stapler long after the class was over, treating me, as she should, as an old friend. She was absolutely a pleasure to know, and I am very pleased that she died doing something she loved -- traveling and seeing new places and things. In Willa Cather's classic novel "Death Comes for the Archbishop," there is an old and heroic priest whose health is failing. When someone worries that he might catch cold, he says, "I shall not die of a cold, I shall die of having lived." Surely that could be said of Brooke, that she died of having lived. Likewise, in his book, Walden, Henry David Thoreau, explains that he went to live at Walden Pond because he wanted "to live deliberately" in order that he might not discover at the end of his life that he had failed to truly live. Brooke died much too young, but she surely lived, and that life cannot be erased or undone. My very best wishes to you, her family, as I believe you are much more in need of consolation than Brooke, in whatever country she is exploring now. Sincerely, Dr. Christopher Stuart English Department, UTC

Condolence From Byerly Morgan

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 15:15:22 EDT

Joe, Belinda, Ali & Joey: I recall many good memories being your neighbor for several years on Freedom Bay Dr. One memory is that of Brooke getting off the school bus and going directly inside to study. I was very impressed, but not surprised, with her list of accomplishments. I am sorry for your loss. Love, Byerly Morgan

Condolence From Susan Lovern Thurman

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 14:33:09 EDT

Brooke was such an adorable child. You were so lucky to have her as much as how lucky she was to have you. It is amazing how much we think we teach our children and then you realize how much they actually taught us. The entire family will be in my prayers. But God needed a special person and He picked Brooke.

Condolence From Wendy Evett

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 09:31:46 EDT

Belinda, Joe, Joey and Ali Jo our prayers are with you. I want you to know Brooke was an inspiration to everyone she meet. I know she inspired me. She was one of those students you never forget. There hasn't been a year that has gone by that I haven't used Brooke as an example of perseverance for my students. I am truly going to miss her and will always carry her memory in my heart.

Condolence From Bonnie and Gail Patterson

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 21:03:55 EDT

We are sorry to hear about Brooke. Your family is in our prayers. God Bless.

Condolence From Ryan Scafe & Lindsey Cross

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 11:29:58 EDT

To the Winslett Family and our friends Ali Jo & Joey, We were so sorry to hear the news about Brooke this past weekend, and our hearts hurt for the pain that you are experiencing. Brooke was one of a kind, and her love of life and the joy and excitement she lived each day with are an inspiration to us. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time, and we send our love to your entire family. With Love, Lindsey, Ryan and Knox

Condolence From Katy Saynes

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 10:17:01 EDT

We are praying for your family during this time. She was a wonderful and kind person.

Condolence From Sonya Gibson Scott

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 09:56:19 EDT

To have known Brooke was truely a blessing. She would light up any room she walked in and if i was having a bad day at school she always seemed to make it better just by passing her in the hall or being in class with her. She would always cheer you up and make you laugh. Prayers are sent to the family of Brooke she was truely an inspiration.

Condolence From Cathy Elaine Morrison-White

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 09:44:12 EDT

Brooke was my third cousin and her mom is my cousin. Brooke will always be in my heart and mind. The family is in my prayers. We will miss Brooke very much. Glad to see Brooke at the Epperson s family reunion.

Condolence From Joy Gray

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 00:33:40 EDT

Brooke was the sweetest girl, the news of her passing is so sad, my prayers and thoughts are with her family

Condolence From Tiffany Gensemer

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 23:12:03 EDT

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. I am really sorry for your loss. Brooke was a sweet girl she will be truely missed by everyone.

Condolence From Cindy Rutemeyer

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 21:59:04 EDT

Belinda, You and your family continue to be in our prayers. We are sorry for your loss.

Condolence From Emily Bible

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 15:11:25 EDT

This news just absolutely breaks my heart. I have known Brooke since kindergarten and she was one of my very first friends. She was always so kind and always so positive and always had the desire to learn more. Brooke was a true inspiration to anyone who knew her and every memory I have of her is one of her with a smile on her face. I know she looks absolutely amazing in her wings. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.

Condolence From tammy hendrickson

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 10:45:18 EDT

iam so sorry for you lost i will be praying for your family god wanted a perfect lady now he has one

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Tue, 21 Jun 2011 09:33:01 EDT