Roosevelt Totten
October 1, 1932 - April 1, 2021

"My Name is Joyce Marie Courtney the Daughter of Doretha Gaye and I just want say that I love you Even though I never gotten to know you and I wish that I gotten that chance I missed out on so much as a child . when my Mother passed away been trying to find my Family I'm living in Tacoma Washington My Address is 12517 47th Ave SW #10 Lakewood, Washington 98499 (253)209-4319"

"Hello my name is vanessa Griffin I am doretha Mea Griffin granddaughter Her mother was Cassie Totten and father was Sammy Gay I Currently live in Washington State. My grandmother had passed away and I'm looking for family I can to Michigan one time to visit Aunt Dot with my grandmother after returning home MS. Doretha had a stroke I Wuit my job to take care of her but with passing of my uncle Joey Courtney my grandmother First son my grandmother was ready to return home it was a celebration because my grandmother wS no longer in pain. I miss her a lot but finding my family means a lot right now because we really dont have anyone on Washington state I'm going back to nursing school and after 20 months I graduated and I'm ready to relocate my fiancee family is from Michigan to so we are both thinking about returning to our roots please give me a call 253-999-8563 Vanessa Griffin go to my Facebook you will find family pictures... Thank you A child of GOD is sending love"

"To the Totten family I extend my sincere condolences on the loss of your patriarch. I know that your heart and eyes may be sorrowful, but God has prepared a place for him and his mansion was completed. One day you all will reunite with him and the family will be together again, but until then may God rest his peace upon you and your family as the days continue on. "

"My deepest condolences to the Totten family, I will truly remember Mr Totten and his loving kind. He would help anyone. RIP"

"Prayers and condolences to Kenneth, Gloria, Sister Watt and the entire family of Mr. Roosevelt Totten. May our God keep you in perfect peace as you cherish the memories and lessons learned. Karen Jones The family of the late Oscar Jones (2600 block of Leahy). "

"Houston, Texas April 8, 2021 ?When his breath departs, he returns to the earth; on that very day, his plans perish?, Psalm 146:4. Blessed is the man who dies with plans for it indicates that he never ceased to live before his death. It is this man who numbers his days well. He has respect and reverence for the fleeting moments and honors the vapor existence that is his life. When a person has lived well, their departure creates feelings of both joy and pain. Joy flowing from full confidence that as a child of God they have reaped the promise, absent from the body, present with the Lord. Pain when the reality of the void created by their leaving and the realization that all they have been in our lives must be spoken of in the past tense ? for they are now no more. Certainly a noble character wrought with the grace and gift of servant-hood and endowed with the disposition of courage, stamina and endurance, Roosevelt Totten was an influential leader, with the performance and personality to represent well in the capacity to which he was called. Be it resolved that we commit to pray for his niece First Lady Cassie Landrew and the Totten family whose agenda has forever been altered and whose calendar has forever been changed. May each of you carry forth the benefit of your own unique relationship with this impactful personality and live according to the lessons you have learned. Humbly Submitted, Loving Word Fellowship Dr. Paul D. Landrew, Senior Pastor/Teacher "

"I am so sorry for the lost of Uncle Bell. I loved his quite and mild nature and he will be sorely missed. May Aunt Bert and family be comforted in knowing that God has something better in store for our future. He will call and those who are asleep in death will answer, for he will yearn for the work of his hands, Job 14:13-15. ?He will actually swallow up death forever, and the Sovereign Lord Jehovah will certainly wipe the tears from all faces.? (Isaiah 25:8) ? May you be find comfort in his loving care through his beloved son Jesus Christ. Phyllis Peoples-Davis "

"Sis Totten and Family.. Deacon Bell and I send our love and condolences to you. We know this is a tough time for you and your family, but we know that YOU KNOW where your strength rests. Look to the HILLS from which cometh your help. Trustee Totten will surely be missed. Sending our love all the way from Tennessee. Be Blessed The Bells"

"Totten Family! ? To God Be The Glory."

"GRATEFUL Grateful is what comes to my mind when I think of you Dad, and all that you have done to take care of our family. Grateful for memories that I will forever hold near and dear to my heart. Grateful is me knowing you are resting in the arms of our Lord Jesus Christ. You have ran your race with grace and finished your course. You have shown yourself approved to God, and He has said ?Well Done?. Yes, I am sad and will miss you and your earthly presence. However, God has given me peace. I knew this day would eventually come, so this is not goodbye. It's, I?ll see you later because I know I will see you again. Know that momma will be fine. Yes she will have her good days and bad days, but she has unwavering faith. The Lord our God will give her strength that she requires and a peace that surpasses all understanding. Also, she had her loving supporting children: Larry, Rachel, Melvin, Gloria, Kenneth, Calvin and myself. She will be well taken care of, so no worries. Rest In Peace Daddy. Know that we love you and that you will be sorely missed by us. However, this is not goodbye. It?s I?ll see you later. Love, Darlisa Totten Your Baby Daughter "

"Grandad you were an Amazing Man! What couldn't you do!? You were a True Man of God, Loving Husband, Father & Grandfather. Ever since I was little I could remember you not being a man of many words but one who always had a word. I will remember your warm smile, kind eyes and loving spirit. I thank God that I was blessed to have you in my life. Rest in Heaven Grandad- Love Candy "

" They say you should not have family favorites, well that?s too bad because uncle Bell was, still is and will always be my favorite uncle. Uncle Bell was my last living uncle, God saved the best for last to bring home to glory. The things he taught me and so many others will be carried on, and passed along for many generations to come. Not only will he be missed by his immediate family, he will be missed by a countless number of friends and an entire community, for the knowledge of his mind and labor of his hands has blessed so so many in this area. He has taught invaluable skills to some that they would never have been taught if it were not for him. He was truly an Angel from God sent down to earth to serve, and now God has called him home to Glory. He faithfully served God, his family, his church and this community unconditionally. I thank God for blessing me to be able to have one of his BEST angels as my uncle. JOB WELL DONE UNCLE BELL! Thank you for all the conversations, lessons and teachings, they will stay with me forever. JUNEBUG "

"To Mrs. R. Totten & Family: Please know that my prayers of comfort are with you all at this difficult time. What a "Joy" it has always been to have you as my Leahy neighbors! I have always admired your family. Mr. Totten was such a kind man with a gentle smile. May the Lord continue to bless you all."

"GRATEFUL Grateful is what comes to my mind when I think of you Dad, and all that you have done to take care of our family. Grateful for memories that I will forever hold near and dear to my heart. Grateful is me knowing you are resting in the arms of our Lord Jesus Christ. You have ran your race with grace and finished your course. You have shown yourself approved to God, and He has said ?Well Done?. Yes, I am sad and will miss you and your earthly presence. However, God has given me peace. I knew this day would eventually come, so this is not goodbye. It's, I?ll see you later because I know I will see you again. Know that momma will be fine. Yes she will have her good days and bad days, but she has unwavering faith. The Lord our God will give her strength that she requires and a peace that surpasses all understanding. Also, she had her loving supporting children: Larry, Rachel, Melvin, Gloria, Kenneth, Calvin and myself. She will be well taken care of, so no worries. Rest In Peace Daddy. Know that we love you and that you will be sorely missed by us. However, this is not goodbye. It?s I?ll see you later. Love, Darlisa Totten Your Baby Daughter "

"Dad, was a lot of things to many people. A loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin and the ultimate handyman who could fix any and everything. He had an amazing heart who would give you the shirt off of his back to help those in need. He was quite, but when he spoke words of wisdom came out like running water out of a faucet. You just had to be listening to hear what he was telling you! He has left a strong foundation to carry on the LEGACY of this gracious man and he will be truly missed."