It's been one year since you've been gone my sweet babygirl! I have missed you every moment of everyday of this last year!!!!! I love you my beautiful angel! Continue to watch over us and be near us always!!!! ~ Love Ma

Our sweet Daysha how we miss you so very much. Daysha was a remarkable young lady. She was a part of our family since i can remember her walking across the parking lot with her mom and sister. She made us laugh smile and shake our heads all at once. I miss her. I hope her and Uncle Steve are together and know that one day we all will be together loving and laughing as we should. I love you my precious gurly gurl!!! Love Auntie Shannon

The day Daysha was born changed my life forever! I was only !8 and a new single mom and scared to death, but the moment I held my babygirl in my arms for the first time I knew at that moment that I was blessed to have her in my life! Daysha made me understand what it means to be a good mom. I made my parental mistakes over the years but no parent is perfect...and Daysha helped me to understand that she didn't expect me to be perfect...she just wanted me to be there for her, love her, and protect her as she needed it. She has been my best friend, the one who was just like me, right down to always having to have the last word in an argument! Her death has taught me that no matter how guilty i will feel till the day i take my last breath that i couldn't protect her that day, that we can not always be there to protect them! It has also taught me to never again take my kids for granted because there is no universal law that states parents die before their children! I miss u Daysha...I love you more than life itself...and I pray that you remain near me to help me through this day by day!!!!!! Hope you are having a blast on the other side...Momma loves u!

i miss you daysha. i wanted to meet your baby but you and your baby are in gods hands. r.i.p. daysha

We will always love and miss you...

We are so glad to have the blessing of having you in our lives...

To Daysha's Family-

We are sorry for your loss. Day'Sha was a gorgeous young person who made an incredible impression on those that knew her. We will keep your family in our prayers. We are praying for peace, comfort and strenght during this difficult time.

I will miss her beautiful smile, and that she was only a kind young woman!

Daysha - I know time has passed and you've grown so much, but I want you to know that I have ALWAYS considered you my niece - and no amount of time or distance could change that. I remember when you were just this little tiny girl with LONG beautiful hair and a GIANT smile - and nothing made you happier than just hanging out with Sammie and being a little girl. You came in to my life during a time when I didn't know if I would ever want children - but you made me see the light and joy they could bring. TraPayne and I love you and will miss you always. I wish that I had a chance to get to know you as the young woman you were, because the little girl that I remember was so beautiful inside and out. I know how proud you made your mom and your whole family - and I wish you had a chance to become everything you ever dreamt of. Rest in peace little one. Love, Aunt Jen

Nikki - this loss is one that cannot be measured, and I'm so sorry that there is nothing to take away the pain. No mother should ever have to lose a child, but most certainly not this untimely. I am praying for you and Sammie and I hope if you need anything at all that you know you can reach out to me. I love those girls to the moon and back and I'm here for you!!

Sammie - Uncle Payney wants you to know how much he loves you and misses you. He'll be home soon, but in the meantime, he is praying for you and hopes you hang on to that Batie strength! We are very sorry for your loss - and if there is anything you need, please know there are so many people in this world that LOVE YOU - all you have to do is ask and we'll find a way to be there. It was good to see you all grown up, you're a beautiful girl and make everyone so proud.

I've known Daysha since she was 2 years old. She was a good friend to my kids and we spent plenty of time together during her younger years. She will be missed dearly and was called home way too early. Her family is in my prayers and I hope she's found peace.

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. May God provide the comfort you need in the days ahead as you remember and treasure the memories you have of Daysha. I really enjoyed having Samiya in our 3rd grade class at Grant Wood. I know it will be hard on Samiya to lose her sister. I'll be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

The day that we had so much rain and it fluded out the lakeside pound and we all went swimming in the grass part and when abi & jenny though a bucket of water on you I LOVE YOU SO MUCH DAYSHA !!! <3><3><3>

We will all love and miss u all ways in my memerious

I spent a small amount of time with this beautiful girl with my daughter and all I can say is she had the most beautiful smile, nice and loveable young lady, my heart goes out to her mom and the rest of the family, she is in a better and peaceful place, rest in paradise my sweet angel! from bri and keisha

I can not express my sympathy that I feel for you and your family. My GOD please watch over you in this time of need. Remember the good Lord never makes mistakes, trust in him, believe in him and he will guide you through.

so very very sorry, no words can heal the pain, my heart goes out to you and family.

She is so beautiful. I am so sorry the lord took her so early. He must have great plans for her. I lost my 2yr old cousin n the loss of a child is unbelievably overwhelming. I am so sorry n wish i could take ur pain away. I know we ain't talked n years but we had a lot of great times back then. If u need anyone to talk to or anything at all don't hesitate to ask.

From the day I laid eyes on you, I loved you. You are my niece forever and always. No matter what went on I always found a way to keep up with you. It is killin me that I can't be there to lay you to rest but know that I have been prayin for you and yours since i found out you were in the hospital. I have not stopped cryin or loving you... It is really hard for me to understand God's plan in this. but i know that you are resting in his loving arms and that you are in pain no more. You are loved beyond measure and I am better for knowing you.

Nikki,

I will never forget the year that we meet, way back in 1999... Neighbours BBQ and the kids hanging together real tough. Daysha and Steven are only two months apart. HACAP Neighbours remember and getto as all get out. LOL

I will never forget hanging out turned into a sister like bond that can and will never be lost... Always keeping in contact over the years and helping each other keep their head up as we have taken turns on life's journeys...

Nikki,

I have always, remember called these journey's Life Experiences...

There is a reason why you are experiencing this journey and when the time is right you will have the reason and the message from Daysha as to WHY?

Nikki,

I love you and as I have gone through sadness and Life Experience of being at loss with a child, you have had the devistation of losing a child with out having closer... I wish I could be there for you in person... I am there in spirit...

Nikki,

I hope you please contunie to be you!!! Remember we would always say, "We have to put our game faces on" for our kids... I know you are having to do that now for two other people... Keep your head up and I will always remember Daysha as she was to me a Little Princess... With her wild spirt and youthful soul, from age three and coloring on the walls to scaring the sht out of you with a spider! Yes, I know you remember that now... Watching her everyday so you could work and calling you on the phone and phone pranking you right along with the kids... Yes, you working at the video store made you an easy target! One of my favorite memoeries of Daysha was when her and Steven brought in side frogs to your house from out side and you called me screaming to help you come get the frogs out! Daysha, said Aunt Libby I don't have any frog Steven does though... Daysha was standing in your basement living room proudly holding the frog and holding it up to show me... While you hiding in the bathroom screaming at me to please, please take it back out side!

Nikki,

All of these memories and not enough time for Daysha to share her very bright light with everyone. When you are ready and able, I would really like to tell you about the last conversation Daysha and I had. It's imprtant for you to hear and I know Daysha want's your heart to feel at peace...

LOVE YOU NIKKI,DAYSHA,SAMIYA, and CHRISTOPHER

Sleep well Daysha and when you awake you'll soar with Angel wings...

We'll miss your beautiful smile and warm hugs, we were so blessed to have you in our lives. We will always love and miss you, Nana and Dada

Words cannot express the sorrow we feel at beautiful daysha's passing. our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. If we can do anything at all for you please let us know. god bless you all

I would like to extend my sympathy to your family. I am a teacher at SouthEast Junior High and got to know Daysha whle she was an 8th grader in our building. She had a kind soul and a quick smile. She will definitely be a shining star above. May fond memories of Daysha gradually fill the hole in your hearts and may the Lord hold you tightly as you honor her life.

I'm so sorry sweetheart that you could not stay longer. Words cannot express the saddness in my heart. God never allows his angels to stay to long, for they are just to precious to him. I love you dearly, and you will always remain in my thoughts and in my heart.~This is a poem written just for you from our family.~

"The Journey of the Rose"

Of all the gifts, from God above

There is none like the Rose

For in it, lies enduring love

With each new bloom it grows

So beautifulit graces us

With captivating splendor

Branching out to touch the soul

So loving and so tender

A memo to humanity

That storms will come to pass

That living things on Earth

Even the Roseshall never last

For everythingthere is a season

Summer turns to fall

And gracefullythe Rose begins

To answer to His call

When all is said and doneit seems

We're left with only thorns

A painful void that nothing fills

An emptiness we mourn

But know, that soon, the storm shall pass,

And spring again will bloom

The wind will bring fond memories

In wisps of rose perfume

And when we're down, and missing you

No wanting a tomorrow

The Rose will serve as comfort,

Peace and solace, in our sorrow

For what a giftGod gave us all

So briefbut never few

But of all the Roses, God hath made

There was only One like you~

I love you Daysha and will miss your beautiful smile...words cannot decribe the sadness I feel that you are gone..I am so sorry I was not around as much as I should for you and Lil Maceo to get close but always know that we both loved you and will miss you so much.

Just thinking on how you where just in class with us what a month or so ago and to know that you and all of us where so excited for summer. i know every thing happens for a reason but it still hurts many. You are in a better place we will miss you but will never forget your beautiful smile and your skills to make friends with anyone no matter what they looked like:)

Love Always.

BJ Sullivan Freshman Classmate

We were so shocked and saddened to hear of Daysha's passing. She was a student of ours who we remember well. Daysha was always quick with a smile, extremely polite, and always willing to lend a hand to her classmates. We both enjoyed having her in our class. Our deepest sympathy to her entire family.

I am so sad to hear if Daysha's passing. I wish you comfort in the happy memories you made together. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

I love you Nikki! I loved Daysha too. She was a very sweet girl and had her whole life cut too short. But remember, He needs her to protect her loved ones for something too come. So when you feel the urge to cry because she is gone, remember that she is holding your hand and wiping your tears away because she is protecting you from above. I LOVE YOU!

My thoughts and prayers go out to Nicole and her familly at this time of sorrow. I watched Daysha grow up into a beautiful young woman. We are all blessed for having had her in our lives. Daysha you will be missed dearly. Nicole, I can not even begin to know the pain that you are going through. Just know that I am here for you if you need me for any reason. Know that I love you.

My deepest sympathies are with all of you as you travel this very sad journey. My God continue to watch over Daysha and her family. God Bless.

Daysha was a very sweet, kind girl. When she and my son were in kindergarten together, she was like a little mother hen-always making sure that he was where he needed to be. If he wasn't, she made sure that I knew about it when I came to pick him up after school! I never forgot her, even as the kids grew up and moved on.

I never WILL forget Daysha. Those who were lucky enough to be touched by her presence never will.

To her friends and family, I can only offer my most heartfelt sympathy. The world has lost somebody wonderful.

Wendy and Donovan Weller.

The angels are always near to those who are grieving, to whisper to them that their loved ones are safe in the hand of God.

I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in good hands with Jeni.

Respectfully,

Michell Crow

I am so saddened by this whole tragedy. I cannot conceive of how much grief you all must be in having 3 children of my own. I got to know Daysha through Jeni. She was a beautiful young lady. I know she meant the world to my niece and her family and was of great help to them. She will be missed. My heartfelt sympathies are with all of you and my niece as she seems to be part of your family as Daysha was a part of hers.

We just wanted to express our condolences and our sympathy to your whole family. Although, we didn't know Daysha personally, our son was a sophomore last year at City, and Daysha was a part of the City High Family. We all feel the loss, of a life, much too young. We are sending hugs to your family and wishing you all peace in the days to come.