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MICHELLE BILLINGS
8/13/84 - 8/01/08 Nikki traveled to heaven upon angel wings today. Nikki had a special way of touching the hearts and lives of everyone that was fortunate enough to meet, know or love her. Nicole had the most beautiful long brown hair and contagious smile. To know her was to absolutely ADORE her.
Nicole attended Escambia Westgate School and loved it so much she stayed for 14 years to graduate. She will surely be remembered for pulling those shiny red fire alarms on the wall and causing lots of chaos. Nikki was the bravest person you could ever meet. Nikki woke each day with a big smile, and huge will to live each day.
Nikki is surrounded in heaven by her brothers Bailey and John and is being hugged and kissed by Grandma Anne and Mema Kathleen & Aunt Margaret..
Nikki leaves behind her heartbroken, devoted Mommy and Daddy, Byrd & Melanie Billings. Also, two very special sisters Ashley (Blue) Markham & Kristyn Billings, Missy (Tom) Billings, Adrianna, Tori, Princess Katie, & Emma Billings. Brothers, Justin, Jacob, Matthew, Ricky, Nicholas, & Ethan Billings. Surviving Aunts include, April Spencer, Carla (Malcolm) Ard, Julie (Rick) Tittle, Judy (Bobby) Sisson, Angel (Allister) Adkinson, Uncles, Chris Brock, Dr. Ed (Shannon) Brock, Cline (Lori) Breland, Joey Breland. Nikki leaves behind a VERY special cousin Morgan (Robert) Dazey as well as a host of other cousins, relatives and special friends.
A Celebration of Life service will be at 10 AM Tuesday, August 5, 2008 at Pensacola Memorial Gardens Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Pensacola Memorial Gardens.
The family will receive friends Monday from 6 PM to 8 PM at the Funeral Home.
Special thanks to our wonderful doctors, Dr. Michelle Beasley, Dr. Dave Surbier, Dr. William Belk (nurse Michelle), Dr. Jack Lurton (Nurse Teresa), Dr. Wagner & Dr. Ben Renfroe (nurse Jennifer) who spent countless nights up watching over our angel girl. The staff nurses, and Carmen at Gentiva that showed Nikki such loving care. We also wish to thank the most wonderful nurses and staff at Sacred Heart Hospital in ICU and PCU for loving our baby. And last but not least the Beulah fire Department, first responders, you guys are the best!
Nikki sleep in peace ... Mommy and Daddy love you and will be with you soon!
The family request that all donations be made in Nikki's memory to the Escambia Westgate School Schnozlen Center Foundation, Care of Susan Berry, Principal, (850)494-5700.
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Memories and Condolences
for Nicole Billings
Karen Kochinski- Rue
August 14, 2009
i went to school with Melanie and dated her brother Eddie and use to spend the night at her house and i am in shock. My heart and prayers go out to all the families and the children. May they rest in peace.
Doris Smith
July 19, 2009
My family has lived in the Beulah Community for over 50 years, and this is the most tragic thing that has every happen. I just wanted you to know that I am praying for you that you will make it through the days ahead. Time and our Lord is the only thing that can heal a broken heart.
My heart goes out to the younger children, and I know they miss their mother and daddy. May God bless you as you continue your walk with Him. Take good care of the children. If I was not confined to a wheelchair, I would come and volunteer with the children.
A Beulah Neighbor.
Doris Smith
Donna Robbins
August 14, 2008
Billings Family,
My heart goes out to you. I was out of town and just heard of your loss. I will hug you when I see you at Westgate. Nicholas was in my room last year. My LOVE TO ALL,
Donna R. (Westgate)
Joel, Susan, and Rachel Brock
August 11, 2008
Dear Melanie and Bud,
We are so sorry to hear about Nikki's death. We hope the good memories of your years together will help you to live with this sad loss.
Deana
August 7, 2008
With deepest sympathy. Prayers go out to the family
Ericka Knapp- Conrad
August 5, 2008
Mel, Bud, and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Nikki. My family has all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Pam Kraus
August 4, 2008
Mr. and Mrs. Billings & family,
I am so sorry about your loss. I remember Justin coming to class at times upset because Nikki was in the hospital and not doing well. He kept me updated on her over the past 2 years. My prayers are with you and your family that God will give you His comfort at this difficult time. Please tell Justin I'm thinking of him.
Pam Kraus--SJMS Chemistry Teacher
Maureen Claypool
August 4, 2008
Dear Melanie and family:
I am so sorry to hear of your daughter's passing. She is in our Lord's loving arms now. May your memories of Nikki always bring you peace. You will be in our prayers - Maureen Claypool and family
SFC (ret) Geronimo Rivera
August 4, 2008
May God Console you in your time of sorrow, you are in our prayers and thoughts.
Melanie Skaggs
August 4, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Heaven has a very special angel in Nikki and you all may have the peace of knowing she is watching over each of you. It is so hard to let go and let God have our prescious loved ones. Your wonderful memories will be a great comfort and time will ease the heartache you are now feeling. Be strong for each other. GOD BLESS
Melanie Skaggs
Paul & Deborah Nelson
August 4, 2008
Melanie and Bud, although it has been many years since I last saw Nikki I will always remember her adorable smile and the love and devotion you showed her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Terry Plumberg
August 4, 2008
May God hold you in His tender Hands, and may the memories of Nikki sustain your sorrow. From the Family at St. John's Military School
Lisa Brooks
August 4, 2008
Mr & Mrs Billings,
I know I have not known and worked for you very long, but if I can do ANYTHING at all to help please let me know. Nikki seemed to have a wonderful spirit and I'm sure she will be missed by many. God Bless you and your family. Sincerely,
Mickey Fitzgerald
August 4, 2008
I will always see Nikki laughing while we played ball together with the little ones. She will always be in my heart.
Grandma Mickey
Jennifer, Alan, Sarah, Caleb, Emilee Yancy
August 4, 2008
Dear Nikki, You touched my heart from the very first moment I saw you, you showed us all that life was meant to be lived, not watched from afar. You will be missed but never forgotten. To my Aunt Melanie and Uncle Buddy, you are an inspiration to all who know you. I love you all very much.
Neil and Laura Brock
August 4, 2008
Dear Melanie and Bud-
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your Nikki. Hopefully, you will come to remember the happiness Nikki brought to your lives after time eases the pain of your loss somewhat. We hold you and the family in our prayers at this difficult time.
Our sincerest condolences -
Your cousin Neil and Laura, Hayley and DJ
Ed Brock
August 4, 2008
Melanie, Bud, and the rest of the Billings family: Most of my memories of Nikki are of her smiling. She always seemed so happy, as a baby, as a young girl and as a young woman. I can only imagine the pain you all feel at her passing. She has surely left all who new her with a warm place in our hearts and a sense of amazement at the courage and perseverence she displayed in her daily life. She will be missed by all, including me, her loving uncle.
Florence Lee
August 3, 2008
My heart goes out to both of you. I have always admired y'all adopting all those "special babies" I can't imagine loosing one child, but more than that? I have only 1,and can't even think about his death. Melanie, you and bud are awesome Love, Flo
Debby Wheeler
August 3, 2008
My prayers and thoughts are with your family. I will picture Nikki sitting at the feet of Jesus sharing in the joy and wonder of His love. May God hold you close to His heart and in His hands.
ann logansport
August 3, 2008
Melody and Bud, Nicole was a beautiful girl, the time's i saw her there was a big warm smile. God has a new angel .
God Bless you all
Ann Ralph KK and Ashley
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