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Kayleeana Hudson-Banks Obituary

Kayleeana Hudson-Banks North Chemung, NY, and St. Helena Island, SC: Age 15, started her new life with the Lord on Saturday, April 21, 2012, as the result of an automobile accident. Kaylee was born in Elmira on November 16, 1996, daughter of John Hudson and Debra Banks. Kaylee was a former student of Elmira Free Academy and most recently a sophomore at Beaufort High School, S.C. She was a student at Beaufort Academy of Dance, and Lowcountry School of Performing Arts. Her family, friends and dance were most important in her life, and she was a great friend to all she met. She loved animals as well, and aspired to one day run an animal sanctuary. Kaylee was predeceased by her grandparents Victoria and Lee Willie Hudson of Buena Vista, Georgia, Robert L. Brown of North Chemung NY, and cousin Christopher Brown of Horseheads, NY. She is survived by her parents Debra Banks of North Chemung, NY, and John and Mary Hudson of St. Helena Island, SC, and Ithaca, NY; sisters Jennifer and Lindsey Banks, and brother Chris Hudson; grandmother Delores Brown; uncles Mike, Dan and Dave Brown, Greg, Dimetrius and Vincent Hudson; aunt Sheila Hudson; nieces Maleah Banks and Keaira Frost; and a host of cousins and special friends. Visitation in South Carolina will be from 5-7PM, Tuesday, April 24th, at Copeland Funeral Service, One Copeland Drive, Beaufort. Funeral services and committal will be in Chemung, NY. Donations may be made in Kaylee's memory to Chemung County SPCA. Please share your stories about Kaylee and her life by visiting www.copelandfuneralservice.com

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Published by The Island Packet from Apr. 24 to May 24, 2012.

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Frank Rinker

April 20, 2021

Her and I made a lot of shark necklaces together at our cottage at Lamoka Lake, I loved To have Kayla over to our place, and miss her greatly.

The Menary's

May 12, 2012

It was a joy for our family to meet Kaylee and spend a few days walking around the city. Our thoughts and love are with all of you.

kimberly middaugh

April 27, 2012

Debra and family,i would like to say the short time i got to know kaylee. she was full of smiles and laughter.enjoyed her at my house visting my daughter.

Danielle Willis

April 27, 2012

I am a lifeguard at Casowasco- a camp that Kaylee attended for at least the 2 summer's I've worked there so far, and while I cannot say I have many specific memories of Kaylee- I do know that now she is in a better place. May the Grace of God heal your souls, I am so sorry for your loss. <3

April 27, 2012

Mary

So very sorry to hear of your loss.

Mary and Pat Ben and Jenna
Orchard Park, New York

Meredith Manning

April 26, 2012

Though I never met Kaylee, please accept my sympathy for the loss of this beautiful girl. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Garsear McRae

April 26, 2012

What a beautiful young lady Kaylee is. May God so greatly bless and keep Debra, and her entire family during their time of sorrow. Just think, Kaylee is in a far better place!

Shelly & Rod Sherwood

April 26, 2012

Our thoughts are with you during this time. Kaylee will still bring you alot of smiles through her memories of pictures she was in.She will forever be in your presents just in spirit now!!!

Bonnie Cranmer

April 26, 2012

Please know that you are in my prayers. God bless you and your family through this time of sorrow.

Rita Thompson

April 26, 2012

i am so sorry for your loss im praying for the family and hold in your heart she is in HEAVEN You will see her again one day, GOD BLESS YOU ALL

Crystal & Chuck Simpson

April 26, 2012

Kayle will now walk with angels instead of here on earth...And the rest of us will have very special memories to carry with us..You will be missed by so many..

Chris Tuma

April 26, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss she will be missed. I used to go to school with her a long time ago she was a good friend. My prayers go out to you.

stephen camp

April 26, 2012

im very very sorry for your loss its really hard to lose a young family memeber like that. my prayers and wishes go out to you and your family

Dylan Amberg

April 26, 2012

My Condolences go out to her family in this time of grief. She was and will always be an amazing girl.

Daniel Green

April 26, 2012

She was and will always be an amazing person and an awesome friend. i thought of kayleeana as a pretend sister to me

April 26, 2012

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. The Kimball Family

Trisha & Kendall Elwood

April 26, 2012

Kaylee your eyes amazed me from the first time we met right up to the last time we saw each sitting on my front porch. You will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Kendall and I love you a great deal.

Ajai McGough

April 26, 2012

Kaylee Its ajai I miss you alot KEEP DANCING IN HEAVEN YOUR IN GOD'S HANDS NOW LOVE YOU!!

Seishi Honbu

April 26, 2012

OSU!
We are truly saddened by the recent passing of Kaylee Hudson-Banks.
Kaylee, age 15, shared her 2011 summer with us, as a volunteer Counselor at our Seishi Karate Day Camp.
Unconditionally, Kaylee helped and supported each participating camper.
Magically, Kaylee made all who know her smile. Her loving personality and wit, made her popular and assuring, with staff and all the children.
We could count on Kaylee as a family and team member. Seishi Karate Honbu,will conduct a memorial this week, with a slide show, during class hours. Future plans, in her honor, are with building "Kaylee's Climb" a children's climbing wall, at our facility.

Respectfully,
Hanshi O. Lane And Kyoshi M.Lane
All Seishi Karate Students, Parents and Friends.

Mary Ann Smart

April 26, 2012

Please accept my deepest condolences. Kayleeana was such a beautiful young girl. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Karen

April 26, 2012

Deb, Jennifer and Lindsey,
I cry with you. I reach out my arms to comfort you. I pray for you. I think of Kaylee joyous in the arms of Jesus. God bless you all, and for all of the rest of the family...Peace be with you.

Barbara & Allen Fulmer

April 26, 2012

Debbie, Jennifer, Lindsey and family:
Through heartache and tears we pray for comfort and strength. We love you.

Emily Davies

April 26, 2012

I was Kaylee (Klee's) counselor at Casowasco, and she was such a blessing and a beautiful, shining girl and a fantastic singer, she will definitely be missed this summer, but I know that God will have another shining star in Heaven <3

April 26, 2012

Kaylee when I saw your picture I was touched by your beauty. I do not know you or your family, but the beauty you will spread in heaven will be amazing. My prayers to the entire family for such a tremendous loss.

Rhoda Bailey Elmira, New York

Becky Mathews-Parker-Spencer

April 26, 2012

Kaylee, you were a beautiful and funny girl! I have enjoyed watching you grow up in North Chemung. May you use your beautiful voice to sing with the Angels!

The Waters and Hildebrands

April 25, 2012

Too young to leave all your loved ones.... I have a 15 year old daughter and I can't even begin to imagine your family's pain.... RIP baby girl :(

shannon jenkins

April 25, 2012

Even I don't know her I will say that you will be missed by alot of people that loved you from the day you where born.
So all of my prays are with you and your friends and family.

EFA staff and students

April 25, 2012

Kaylee will be dearly missed. We are very sorry for your loss.

Breanna VanRiper

April 25, 2012

Kaylee was an amazing girl, she could always bring a smile to someones face when it was needed.. im very sorry to kaylee's family. she was a wonderfull girl and she will be missed!.

Ruth Mae Lothers

April 25, 2012

Debbie and Delores and family,
Our prayers are with you. I never met Kaylee, but her grandmother is a special cousin, and her mother a FaceBook friend. May God surround you with His comfort and love.

Tara (Cox) Nugent

April 25, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with Kaylee's family and friends during this most difficult time. I was one of Kaylee's 6th grade teachers. I remember her love of dance and animals. Her class picture still sits by my desk. My deepest sympathies.

Linda Goodman

April 25, 2012

Even though I didn't know Kaylee, I want to extend my sorrow for your loss. In talking with many parents and grandparents, so many in this community hurt with you and wish you and your family peace and love at this time. My tears are shared with yours. May God Bless and keep each of you wrapped in his love.

Sue (Benjamin) Thomas

April 25, 2012

Debra and family, I remember a very kind, loving, spunky four year old when I worked with Mrs. Wright in Pre-K at Beecher school. Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. May your many memories comfort you during this difficult time.

April 25, 2012

Deb and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss.
Hal & Ann Sherwood

Carmen Chase

April 25, 2012

She made me smile, and I am so sad to learn that she has passed on before us. She was a student at EDMS, and I often saw her in the after school club for Yoga as well. My prayers are with you.

Michelle Sherwood

April 25, 2012

Kaylee u will be missed greatly. Heaven gained a very special and beautiful angel. To Deb and Lindsey and family our thoughts and prayers are with u. We are only a yard away if you need us. Michelle Sherwood and Family

Shelley Sherboneau

April 25, 2012

My condolences to you and your family. Kaylee will be sorely missed. You are all in my prayers.
Shelley - Registrar at Casowasco Camp and Retreat Ministries

Bus Driver Lori

April 25, 2012

Dear Deb & Family , kaylee was a joy to have had her on my bus. Her bright smile will be missed.May God Bless all of you in this time of need.our prayers are with you.

Danielle Wood

April 24, 2012

R.I.P. kaylee, she was such a good person, she had a big heart, and was an amazing person to be arround.

Robert & Amber Hewitt

April 24, 2012

May the Lord be with you at this time. Our prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family,

WESLEY JONES

April 24, 2012

JENNIFER, SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS, MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN THIS TIME OF GREAT SORROW. GOD BLESS

Barbara & Jerry Shepard

April 24, 2012

Dear Deb and Family,
We are so very sorry to learn of the loss of your Kaylee. Although most of us never had the opportunity to meet or know her, we all want you to know that you have our deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers.
May God bless and comfort you all,

From The Wilson and Banks Families

Ashley Huey

April 24, 2012

Kaylee was a beautiful and bright young girl. Her smile would just light up the room. She will be truly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends.

Vanessa Jewett

April 24, 2012

Dear Debra and family, what a huge loss, and gone too soon. My thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you at this time.

Courtney Miller

April 24, 2012

Kaylee will be greatly missed ~ my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

April 24, 2012

Kaylee was a wonderful person and wll forever be missed by any one whoever got a chance to know her

April 24, 2012

Kaylee was a wonderful person and always seemed happy and could put a smile on everyone's face. She will forever be missed

April 24, 2012

Kaylee's Family:
Please accept my condolences. Hey Kaylee!! Thanks for sharing your thoughts and life's dreams with me. I will always remember your smile and laughter. Will keep the candy dish full. I promise. Paul Wingard

FRANK RINKER

April 24, 2012

Debra & Family
I am so sorry that Kalle has passed, she was such a good little girl. I am going to miss her visits with us At Lamoka Lake when ever she was here she always came to see us. Her and I had a lot of fun together. I will miss that little girl. I am so sorry for you folks.
Frank & Carol Rinker
Bradford, NY

April 24, 2012

Debbie and Family,
I will miss Kaylee's bright smile, sense of humor and her "bodacious" personality! You are in my prayers and thoughts. May God's love and peace comfort your during this time.
Ada

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Erich & Samantha (Mathews) Ferriter

April 24, 2012

To kaylee's family and friends,
We were so sad to hear of Kaylee's passing. I remember seeing Kaylee around our town (at the park and walking with her friends)throughout the years. She reminded me of myself at her age. You will all be in our prayers as you face a very difficult time ahead. The Ferriter's

Hazel and Danny Burlew

April 24, 2012

Debbie, Dee and all the family,
It is such a heart breaking thing and our thoughts and prayers are with you. Kaylee was a beautiful girl. We can not know what you are going through but we can send our deepest love and sympathy.

Eileen Herbert

April 24, 2012

RIP Kayleeana. My heart felt condolences to the family.
Herbert

Sharee Sonner

April 24, 2012

Debra and Family: I would like to say I'm so very,very sorry for your lose. I know your heart is hurtin now and will for a while. Soon you will be able to think of her with meloncoly thoughts. I remember Kaylee as my daughters friend from Holy Family. She was a fierce friend. A kind person that always would be there for the down troden. I loved her smile she always had a smile on her face. Debra I understand your pain. I'm so very sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in our prayers.

Sharee L. Sonner
Ramona Sonner-Myers
(Holy Family former student)

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