Rochelle Gertrude Menezes passed away peacefully at 11:53pm on April 1, 2022 at Akron General Medical Center. She went to be with our Lord Jesus Christ at the age of 77 years. Rochelle, or "Nana" as she was known to those closest to her, was predeceased by her brothers Ronald, Richard, and Russell. She is lovingly remembered by her son Farhad; daughter-in-law Kim; grandchildren Cyrus (Brenda), Lienne (George), Darayus, and Devin; great-granddaughter Moana; brothers Ryan and Robert; sister Rosita; and many in Macedonia and Twinsburg, Ohio at Our Lady of Guadalupe and St. Cosmas and Damian parishes.
Nana was born September 27, 1944 in Mumbai, India. Throughout her life she was known to all as an extraordinary example of resilience, independence, and dedication to family. Her love of reading books, crossword puzzles, and line dancing are windows into her value of knowledge and spending time with her friends. Many enjoyed her leadership in organizing activities, trips, and social gatherings.
Visitation will be held at
St. John Funeral Home in Bedford, OH from 4-7pm on Friday, April 8. Closing prayer at 6:30pm. A funeral service will be held at
St. Cosmas and Damian church in Twinsburg, OH on Saturday, April 9 at 12pm.
In lieu of flowers, please
become a member of the Friends of the Twinsburg Public Library,
support St. Cosmas and Damian church, and
sponsor activities at the Twinsburg Senior Center.
