Cheannell Mickens: 1968-2011
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Dana McCall
Mar 28, 2011, 11:12:51 AM3/28/11
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http://www.wral.com/news/news_briefs/story/9338356/
One of the big stories in Raleigh this weekend was the apparent murder of one of our classmates, Cheannell Marie Mickens. Cheannell and I sat together in Mrs. Perkins' homeroom in 8th grade at Daniels and she was always "full of life" - what that really means is that she was always talking and wanting to laugh, so we had a lot in common. She used to pick on me, but in a laughing way and I always liked seeing her around the halls of Broughton.
I was elated that she was able to make it to the 20th reunion, but I think she was even more elated. When I saw here she just glowed as she told me how much it meant to her that she was able to come. Unfortunately I didn't get to talk to her for very long. It seemed like that night went by in 15 minutes' time.
Obviously it's sad to see this story apply to one of our classmates. We all hope to life a full life and die peacefully. Cheannell had a hard time and didn't seem to catch too many breaks along the way. That's sad, but even sadder was the apparent way it all ended. I hope she is happy and having an easier time knowing that some people from the old days remember her fondly.
Dana McCall
Raleigh
One of the big stories in Raleigh this weekend was the apparent murder of one of our classmates, Cheannell Marie Mickens. Cheannell and I sat together in Mrs. Perkins' homeroom in 8th grade at Daniels and she was always "full of life" - what that really means is that she was always talking and wanting to laugh, so we had a lot in common. She used to pick on me, but in a laughing way and I always liked seeing her around the halls of Broughton.
I was elated that she was able to make it to the 20th reunion, but I think she was even more elated. When I saw here she just glowed as she told me how much it meant to her that she was able to come. Unfortunately I didn't get to talk to her for very long. It seemed like that night went by in 15 minutes' time.
Obviously it's sad to see this story apply to one of our classmates. We all hope to life a full life and die peacefully. Cheannell had a hard time and didn't seem to catch too many breaks along the way. That's sad, but even sadder was the apparent way it all ended. I hope she is happy and having an easier time knowing that some people from the old days remember her fondly.
Dana McCall
Raleigh
D Jones
Mar 28, 2011, 2:50:22 PM3/28/11
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Sad!
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My new favorite quote: "Kitten: A small homicidal muffin on legs; affects human sensibilities to the point of endowing the most wanton and ruthless acts of destruction with near-mythical overtones of cuteness. Not recommended for beginners. Get at least two". MEOW
Katy Norman
Mar 28, 2011, 3:37:52 PM3/28/11
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Thank you for keeping us all informed. Especially, those like me who are so busy with kids, work, etc. that I let weekends go by without reading the paper or watching the news so I had not heard this tragic story.
I remember Cheannell fondly and I will be thinking about her family. How sad!
I remember Cheannell fondly and I will be thinking about her family. How sad!
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Marty Mitchell Peterson
Mar 29, 2011, 11:33:44 AM3/29/11
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Thanks for keeping us updated, Dana. So Sad. I just helped put on a
fundraiser for Interact Friday night. Wish she would have reached out
for help.
fundraiser for Interact Friday night. Wish she would have reached out
for help.
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