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Dennis James Randall, age 67, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dennis and his twin sister, Dennice, were born on February 21, 1958, at John Sealy Hospital in Galveston, Texas, to the loving union of William Sr. and Lucille Randall. He was raised in LaMarque, Texas, and graduated from Ball High School in Galveston, Texas, in 1976. At an early age, Dennis accepted Christ as his Savior and was baptized at Greater Bell Zion Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor Zephaniah Phillips. After high school, he pursued truck driving school, where he proudly earned his Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Affectionately known as “Bubba Cool,” and even called “Cool Daddy” by some, Dennis truly lived up to his nickname. He was known for his sharp style and effortless smoothness on the dance floor. Family time with Bubba was always filled with joy and laughter, especially when he would dance nonstop with his sisters and nieces — no music required. In fact, he danced so confidently to his own rhythm that his family created a special song titled “Bubba Don’t Need No Music,” which became a beloved anthem as they cheered him on. Dennis married the love of his life, Freddie Mitchell, and they shared over 30 years of marriage. Together, they made their home in Minneapolis, Minnesota, where they resided with their cherished fur baby, Sasha. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Sr. and Lucille Randall; his paternal grandparents, Annie Mae Shovan and Herman Buckner; his maternal grandparents, Cecelia Narcisse and Paul Narcisse; his sister, Kay Diane Randall; and his brothers, Gregory Randall and William McGrue; and Godbrother, Albert Urps Jr. Dennis leaves to cherish his loving memory: his devoted wife, Freddie Randall; daughter, Nikki Felder (Rashard); three grandchildren, Natosha Felder, Destiny Humphrey, and Billy Humphrey; five great-grandchildren, Josiah, Nariah, Jyrian, Javiah, and Hailey; sisters, Jean Jenkins, Dr. Annette (Morris) Jenkins, Elsie Harris, Shirley Preston, Dennice (Ermus) Watkins, Monica Tolden, and Rebecca Katherine (Johnny) Fisher; brother, Pastor William L. Randall (Regenia) Jr.; Godbrother, Joseph Barb (Sharon), Sr.; God sister-in-law, Gwendolyn Faye Urps; along with a host of nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends. “Bubba Cool” will forever live in the hearts of all who knew and loved him. His style, spirit, laughter, and unforgettable dance moves will remain a cherished memory for generations to come.

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Dennis J "Bubba Cool" Randall

February 4, 2026