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TACKETT, Alexis Love age 10, passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2013 at Dayton Children's Hospital after a yearlong battle with brain cancer. Alexis was born on November 21, 2002 in Springfield, to her beloved parents, Reid and Laurie (Powell) Tackett. Along with her parents, she leaves to cherish her memory three of the best sisters a girl could ask for, Sierra, Sydney and Sophia; loving grandparents, Julia Powell, Dan Powell, Dan Tackett and Lucy Weatherman; aunts and uncles, Jason and Korina Powell, Mike and Tracey Tackett, Wade and Sabrina Tackett and Bob Tackett; cousins, Morgan, Alyssa, Brandon, Mason, McKenzie, Jessica and Samantha; and special friends, Amiee and David Carvour and Shakira, Alyssa, Isaiah and Taylor. Alexis is preceded in death by her grandmother, Karla Powell. Alexis was a bright and cheerful young lady who loved helping others. She was always very giving and strong and would do anything to make you smile. Alexis was in 4th grade at Lagonda Elementary School and will be sadly missed by all her friends, teachers and classmates. Her loving spirit and outgoing personality will always be in the hearts of those who knew her. Alexis loved being outside skateboarding, riding bikes, climbing trees or taking hikes. Most every time she left the house to go play outside, she never came back with shoes on. Sometimes her family would find them, sometimes they wouldn't, but this is a fond memory that will always be cherished. She loved puzzles and especially the game called Roblox. Alexis loved peanut butter sandwiches and would stop at nothing to make sure she got one. So every time you eat a peanut butter sandwich, think of Alexis and how she made you smile. Viewing will be held on Friday, April 26, 2013 from 5-8 p.m. at JACKSON LYTLE & LEWIS FUNERAL HOME where a celebration of the beautiful life Alexis lived will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2013 at 10 a.m. Burial to follow at Rose Hill Burial Park. Contributions may be made in memory of Alexis to Curesearch, 4600 East-West Highway Suite 600 Bethesda, MD 20814 or Dayton Children's Hospital, 1 Children's Plaza Dayton, OH 45404.Condolences may be expressed to Alexis's family at www.jacksonlytle.com.
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Thinking of all of the Tackett family and wishing you all peace.
Janet and Boyd Graves
School
April 17, 2022
Remembering Alexis, especially this time of year. May God grant peace to all of you.
Love,
Boyd and Janet Graves
Janet and Boyd Graves
Teacher
April 17, 2019
Jordan Jenkins
May 22, 2013
I have followed Lexis story on fb and was devastated by the news of her passing. My prayers are with the family. She is now resting in peace free of pain and cancer. May God bless your family.
Jarel Hernandez
May 16, 2013
Sending love and prayers to your precious family. It was my honor to follow Lexi's journey via facebook. She was an amazing little girl. I have been blessed by knowing her.
Linda Hudson
May 5, 2013
Still Thinking So Much About The Tackett Family..... My Heart Is Acting For You All..... =(
Lean On Each Other That's What Will Get You All Thought The Hard Times . And If U Need Anything You Have A Whole community Here Willing And Ready To Do What We Can To Help..
parents from Lagonda
May 3, 2013
i miss tht girl she wwas pretty
May 2, 2013
Still Thinking And Praying For The Tackett Family....... One Beauilful Angel Looking Down On You All....
Jo-Jo
May 1, 2013
This community Is Behind You Guys. Thought And Prayers For The Tackett Family
April 29, 2013
Its Been A Week Since U Left Us
I TryTo Smile Thinking About How Many Lifes You Touch I'm Having A Hard Time Thinking About You Not Coming Back To School Or Me Seeing Your Beauilful Smile Smiling Just Doesn't Seem To Be Fair To You. I Think About Every Thing U Had To Go Though The Last Year And I Just Cry And Cry I'm So Sorry Alexis I Have No Clue Why God Would Put Any Child Though That U Didn't deserve To Get Cancer And Then Not able to beat it. Its Not Fair U Was Only 10 You Still Had A Whole Life Ahead Of You Till WE meet Again Keep Smiling Down On Everyone Who Loved You So Dearly.
Reid Laurie u Have Lost A Daughter And there Is A Whole Lot Of Us Who Loss A Friend or So Please When U Missing Her So Much Think Of All OTheref Us Who Life She Changed.. And Please Smile Once In Her honor. Because Smiling Was So Easy For Alexis To Do In All Her difficult Times .
R.I.P. ALEXIS LOVE
Tackett Family Im So So Sorry About Alexis
sara lagonda will never be the same =(
April 29, 2013
Pa Pa Loves Lady Lex,When she was littler I called her that. We all love that Lady Lexi Love , Baby girl.
Pa Pa Dan Tackett Tackett
April 28, 2013
Sydney, Sophia, Sierra, Reid, and Laurie,
May God bless you with His peace. Alexis is a wonderful gift of love and strength of spirit not only to your beautiful family, but to us all. You are all in our prayers. We love you.
Boyd and Janet Graves
April 28, 2013
Sorry for your lose. She will be missed but never forgotten.
Stiles family
April 28, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. Such a precious child. This breaks my heart, but she is no longer is suffering and is in heaven with God. My kids went to Lagonda with her last year, and loved doing the pennies for patients for her. We are all deeply saddened, but we will continue to pray for your family and this sweet little angel. God Bless.
Amy,Megan, and Brady Henslee
April 26, 2013
Sorry to hear about your lost RIP Alexis
Burgundy Britton
April 26, 2013
My deepest sympathy to Lexi's family. I had followed her story from the beginning and prayed for her a lot. She was one strong, brave little girl and now is in Heaven pain free. I am praying for her family and friends.
Ashlie Wade
April 26, 2013
God Bless You.....
Bert Druckenbroad
April 26, 2013
I dont know you are your daughter but I am praying for all of you and God Bless and keep her in your loving embrace.
Lee Ann Lopez
April 26, 2013
Reid, Laurie, Girls, And ThE Rest Of The Family My Thought And Prayers Are With You All... I Didn't Know Ur FamiIly Well But What I Did See U Guys Are And Was AMAZING PARENTS ALexis Is LOoking Down On You Saying Thats My Family.. I Am So Blessed To Have All Of Them By My Side. You Guys Did A Wonderful Job Being There Making The Last YeaR A Wonderful One Though All Of The Stuff She Had To Go Though U Made It So Much Better. All though U Will Not Be Seeing Her Everyday She Will Be Right Be Side U For The Rest Of Ur Lifes.. U Have One Of The Best angels AnyOne Could Ask For.
Laurie As A Mother I Could Only Image This Is And Will Be The Hards For You Make Sure U Take care Of Yourself Alexis Is Still With U
If U Guys Need Anything Please Don't hesitate To Let Us Know.
Madison & her Family
April 26, 2013
I did not know your sweet child Alexis personally, just from following her story on FB. I can not begin to imagine what you are feeling and going through with losing a child. Please know that you have a community of people that is here if you need anything! May the thoughts of her before her sickness bring you comfort and the thought of her fight bring you peace in knowing she fought a hard battle. I had to watch my mom fight bone cancer and I can understand how hard that is to watch loved ones fight. In time the pain will ease. You will always have a angel over your family now. R.I.Heaven Love.
Angela Boyd
April 26, 2013
Reid, Laurie, Sierra Sydney Sophia, May God Bless You All On This Day And The Rest Of The Coming Days.. God We asK Of You To Come Into Their Their lifes And Help This Family On The Hards Days Of Their Lifes. Amen.
My Thoughts And Prayers Are With U All. I'm Sorry for Loss
April 26, 2013
You are cancer FREE LEXI......and u have received your wings....enjoy your ANGELHOOD.....tell JESUS hello for me!!! Xoxooooxoxx
April 22 at 2:21pm via mobile ·
Janet Ennis
April 26, 2013
You are cancer FREE LEXI......and u have received your wings....enjoy your ANGELHOOD.....tell JESUS hello for me!!! Xoxooooxoxx
April 22 at 2:21pm via mobile · Unlike · 2
Janet Ennis
April 26, 2013
Reid and Laurie,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Alexis ! She was a gift to all that knew her .. Hold on to all of those wonderful memories you made and remember that smile that would brighten your day! For our God is with you every step of the way to comfort you and he will hold you close to his heart .. I hope you can find some sort of peace knowing Lexi touched so many lives .. Thank you for sharing Lexi with us all!! Rest in peace baby girl ! We love you! Audrey and Don Wagner?
Audrey Wagner
April 25, 2013
R I P lexi u will be missed always
Jonathan Predmore
April 25, 2013
may u rest in peace lexi....
MINDY RAE SMITH...
April 25, 2013
r.i.p lexi
Lantz close
April 25, 2013
r.i.p lexi
Lantz close
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lantz close
April 25, 2013
I helped u out at lunch u are such a good kid. U will be forever in my heart and all around everyone who knew u.
tonya predmore
April 25, 2013
pa pa will allways miss holding you, and , holding you in my mind and hart will be forever I Love You Dearly sweet hart
Pa Pa
April 25, 2013
OUR TOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY WE ARE SO HONORED TO HAVE KNOWN ALEXIS... IF THERES ANYTHING WE CAN DO PLEASE DON'T HESITATE TO LET US KNOW
THE JEFF WYLER GIRLS
April 25, 2013
What a brave little girl taken from this life too soon. Didn't know Alexis but had a soft spot in my heart for her from postings on FB. May God help you through this difficult time.
Blessings, Judi
Judi Martin
April 25, 2013
I feel so sorry for the family. I just lost my dad to brain cancer on the 10th. Prayers go out to your whole family!
chaz kercher
April 25, 2013
Alexis What A BRAVE Little Girl.
Forget Superman, Batman, Spiderman At Our Home ALEXIS U ARE OUR NEW SUPER HERO.. WHAT U WENT THOUGH THE LAST YEAR AND YOU FAULT SO HARD I'm So SorryThat U Didn't Get To beat The Cancer.You Tried So Hard. Now Ur Enjoying Sunshine And Rainbows Everyday.And Most Of All No More Pain.
R.I.P. Sweet Little angel
Your Lagonda Family.
April 25, 2013
I am so saddened about the loss of Lexi. She brought so much inspiration to so many and was such a blessing. She will be missed greatly. But, she will NEVER be forgotten. And, I believe she is an Angel in heaven now, completely healed and happy. My prayers and love to all of her family.
Liz Pearson
April 25, 2013
I don't know you or your child but AI lost my son 8 days before his 42nd birthday 3 years ago from brain cancer. My heart goes out to you and prayers are going up for you and your entire family.
Margaret Hayden
April 24, 2013
My daughter went to school with Lexi, and even though Dani is in a grade lower and didn't personally know her, she took it as a personal mission last year when raising pennies for Lexi. She wanted me to let you know that she is sorry Lexi had to say goodbye for now, but that she is with God and she is in good hands. Your family is in our prayers with blessings and love.
Matthews Family
April 24, 2013
Thoughts and prayers to the family as God has taken this precious girl to be his angel.
Roberts Family
April 24, 2013
To Alexis' family,
Let me say, I was saddened to hear of Lexi's passing. While I didn't get to know her well, I did get to meet her. I am a member of the Relay for Life committee as well as a team captain and my team tent was right next to yours last year at the event. So, I had the chance to get to have a conversation with Lexi and I could tell from that very brief conversation we had how wonderful of a young lady she was. I only spent 10 minutes with her, if even that and listening to her tell me her story brought tears to my eyes. Lexi was TRULY a fighter and I wanted you to know that she was certainly a HERO in my eyes as you, her family are all heroes as well being her support system and being there for her when she needed you the most!!! God bless you all!!! Heaven sure has gained a beautiful angel in Lexi! I have been praying for your family since I heard the news on Sunday morning that she had taken a turn for the worst and I will continue to pray for yout family, especially in these days ahead!!!
Melissa Warner
April 24, 2013
God has a beautiful new angel.
Thoughts and prayers to the entire family and all her friends. You will never be forgotten Lexi <3
Jim & Sandy Chatfield
April 24, 2013
I'm so sorry for your loss. Sending lots of love and prayers to the entire family.
Melody Scott
April 24, 2013
Laurie, I cannot imagine. Be strong, remember God is with you and your family always! Take care, Vicki Chase
April 24, 2013
Our hearts and prayers are with your family at this sad time.
ranae moore
April 24, 2013
I am sorry for your loss. we will be praying for the family. I am Gracien Dillion Kercher's aunt. Gracien thought a lot of Alexis. PRAYING FOR HIM AS WELL
April 24, 2013
God Bless you, forever. To loose a child. God lost His only Son, only to have Him be seated at the Right hand of God (Him). She is in Heaven now. She will yet, live again.
Nannette Walker
April 24, 2013
May you rest in peace sweet little angel. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family......
lisa ford
April 24, 2013
So sorry for your loss... May God be with your whole family as you do through the grieving process of losing that sweet little girl. What a joy she was for all of you to have in your life!! Remember the great times you had with her and she will always be there!! We will continue to pray as the days ahead will be very hard.
Jim & Karen & family Clinger
April 24, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the Tackett family. No words can heal your pain, but know that my family is thinking of you during this difficult time. Lexi lives on in all of your beautiful memories. I love you all.
Jamie Callison
April 24, 2013
I'm So Sorry To Hear About Alexis.
There Will Be No Words Anyone Can Say Or Do To Help Easy Pain Of Lossing A Child. No Child Should Go before Us. just Take ONe Step At A time One Day One Hour min by min.. And God Will Help U The Rest Of The Way. Im So Sorry God Had Other Plans For Alexis He Only Takes The Best.. We Will Never Understand Why Children.. Besides Her Family ALEXIS is In The Best Hands Ever.. GOD Your Family Is In Our Thoughts And Prayers.
Lagonda Family
April 23, 2013
Our Prayers and thoughts are with you all at this time of unbelievable sorrow. There are never enough comforting words to make it any easier, but time will slowly heal your broken hearts, but your wonderful memories will continue to thrive and hold your spirit together... I know this from experience. Allow the tears to flow, the anger to erupt, and the comforting peace of her hugging and watching over you daily until you meet again...Keep in your hearts and minds, "Would Lexi do that or this?" follow your heart to know she will be there for you always and forever, even though we can't see and feel her physically. I love you and always there if you need something, even just a shoulder to cry o and an ear to listen.. May Lexi play forever with all the other children and familywho have gone down the stairway to heaven.. I know she'll have the best babysitter ever, cus my BFF, Michele was the best and is watching from above with many other guardian angels among them. You are missed, wished happiness, and loved across the many states Lexi! So your given middle name "LOVE" is fitting for such a beautiful spirit and an extraordinary girl. Lexi, you're our real life "Jamie Bennett," from "Rise of the Guardians."
I love you and until we meet again...xoxoxo
Laurie and Reed; never good bye, just 'til we meet again.
All my love and warmth of comfort and sincere sympathy to you all.
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So sorry for your loss. God now has a beautiful rose in his garden above. I know no words can bring an end to your grief just know you have many friends and family to help you through this time of sorrow!
Roberta Brown
April 23, 2013
Lexi, David and I will never forget you. Sleep in peace! <3
Amiee and David Carvour
April 23, 2013
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Laura Burgess
April 23, 2013
So sorry for your loss, love and prayers to all of you...she touched many lives, even the lives of people that had never actually met her...a true angel.
Angie Caudill-Ireland
April 23, 2013
Condolences from my family to yours. Prayers abound.
Pearl Lovett
April 23, 2013
Laurie,Reed,and Girls. Words can not express our sorrow for you. Please know we are here if you need anything. We love you all so much.
Sincere sympathy
Love Rick Trish Brady Lowe
April 23, 2013
i will forever miss you. You will be in my heart forever
jaylen sanders
April 23, 2013
If tears could build a stairway
And memories were a lane
We would walk right up to heaven
And bring you back again.
No farewell words were spoken
No time to say goodbye
You were gone before we knew it
And Only God knows why
Our hearts still ache in sadness
And secret tears still flow
What it meant to lose you
No one can ever know
But now we know you want us
To mourn for you no more
To remember all the happy times
Life still has much in store
Since you'll never be forgotten
We pledge to you today
A hallowed place within our hearts
Is where you'll always stay.
Love From Micaella and Javier and The entire Caella Photography Family
Micaella Clay
April 23, 2013
Our hearts are heavy for The Tackett family. Please know we are deeply saddened by your loss and we hope you hold on to all the love you shared in the 10 wonderful years you had with Alexis. ~ with much love The Elliott's
Asaya Elliott
April 23, 2013
sorry for your loss, she was a very beatuiful and brave little angel now she will watch over every one she loved from heaven. may you all find some comfort and peace in knowing she is flying high and pain free
alice otto
April 23, 2013
I am very sorry for your loss. My family and I send you prayers and strength to your family. I lost my son to Brain cancer 3 years ago. His name is Jalin he was only 8 he would have been 12 in August.
Amber Salvador
April 23, 2013
Angie
April 23, 2013
i went to school with her before her passing i loved her so much she was a beutiful careing girl may god be with her
Hayla lambert
April 23, 2013
Laurie and Reed, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Know she is at peace and no more pain .Love you
Carol Wendell
April 23, 2013
so sorry about the loss of your beautiful daughter. May God comfort you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ellen Davis
April 23, 2013
Sincere thoughts and prayers for your family at this very difficult time.
Debbie Spoon
April 23, 2013
I will always remember the smiley 1st grader who sat in my classroom, so full of joy. My prayers go out to you and your family.
Jill Anon
April 23, 2013
So sorry for your loss. I had been keeping up with her for about 8 months.
I feel like i have lost one of my own.
She was a very special little girl and loved by all that knew of her!
wendy slusher
April 23, 2013
Although I did not know Lexi personally I followed her story on Facebook. Her smile, and story brought tears and smiles to my face. May you fly high with the other other angels now sweet girl.
My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you.
Please know that Alexis is now flying how and watching over all that she loved.
Love and prayers
Kristen Gagnon
Danvers, Ma
Kristen Gagnon
April 23, 2013
I didn't know Alexis but she was introduced to me by a childhood friend in Springfield my home state but I sent prayers to her and her family. I'm so sorry for your loss as I said for my sister and parents are gone May God Be With You Till You Meet Again god must of need a speical angel to light the sky god bless
Scott & Maggie Graham Clothier
April 23, 2013
Fly high little Angel...Gone but never forgotten....
Kitty Boggs
April 23, 2013
A beautiful name for a beautiful girl. My condolences to Alexis' family and friends. Her memory will help lead the way to learn to cope when you are ready.
One day at a time. One step at a time. When you stumble and fall, take the hand of a friend and get back up and start again.
Sher-rie Stone
April 23, 2013
I personally did not know this beautiful girl but,,,,,,,,,,,she some how touched my life and my heart. she will be missed by all,,,those that knew her personally and not. RIP sweet angel.
Janean Monger
April 23, 2013
We are very sorry for your loss. Prayers go out to all.
kim mcblane
April 23, 2013
Lexi was such a sweet, fun loving girl who could light up a room just by her presence. She will always be remembered as being courageous, vivacious, goofy, fun-loving, thoughtful and loving. She knew she was loved by all, especially parents and sisters, and I think that helped her to accept this trial she was given to bear. She will be missed, but remembered as the wonderful girl that she was.
Helen Salyer
April 23, 2013
Alexis you touched so many people's hearts .... You will forever be loved and missed <3
Shannon Shakira's mom
April 23, 2013
RIP Alexis. You are a Hero. You have touched alot of hearts. Fly high Sweet Angel. Prayers and love for the family.
Jen & Eddie Burdette
April 23, 2013
I imagine there is no pain more far-reaching and deeper than losing a child. My heart and prayers go out to you at this most difficult time.
Shannon Sparks
April 23, 2013
May God Bless You all. I am so sorry for the loss Of Alexis She is a hero to me I am 50 I followed her sight on F.B and will never forget her and I learned from her never ever to give up God Bless You All R.I P. Alexis Thank You so much for being in my lifefor this past year and allowing all you did to share with all of us on F.B May You be at peace now .
Bob Bomba
April 23, 2013
Prayers, Love and comfort to you all in this heartbreaking time.
Felicia MIlls
April 23, 2013
I didn't know this precious little girl but I did follow her story. You will always be in my heart, no more pain little one .
Rita Berry
April 23, 2013
Sorry for the loss of your precious daughter!! Heaven has a new angel named Alexis!!
Linda Mabe
April 23, 2013
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
The Royce Family
April 23, 2013
My heart goes out to the family.. Alexis will be dearly missed. She was and always will be a blessing to all that knew her.
Tina Staccia
April 23, 2013
Thinking and praying for your peace and comfort....
kelly barnhart
April 23, 2013
thoughts and prayers with all , she no longer in pain , she has her wings and will always be with everyone , knew her threw Deanna and family but awesome little girl , she fought a hard battle .. god will provide for her .. with all prayers ..
stephanie cooley
April 23, 2013
What A brave Little Angel she will be missed. Prayers going out to the family
Mike Searles
April 23, 2013
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