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Deonka Deidra Drayton
1983 - 2016
Deonka Deidra Drayton
1983 - 2016
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BORN
1983
DIED
2016
Deonka Drayton Obituary
Known as "Dee Dee," Drayton was remembered by her aunt, whose Facebook post read, "While keeping the others in Orlando in prayer, keep my brother, his wife and both our families in your prayers. My niece Deonka "Dee Dee" Drayton was killed in this horrible tragedy. Senseless. She was at work !!! R.I.P Dee Dee. You know this Auntie will miss you."
42 Entries
July 5, 2016
To the family:
My deepest condolences for your loss. May God restore double in blessings to your family that you feel in your current sorrow. Our family is praying for yours in this difficult time.
Return to your stronghold, O prisoners of hope; today I declare that I will restore double your former prosperity to you.
-Zechariah 9:12
Mark and Bob McCormick-Fletcher
June 25, 2016
May DeeDee rest in peace...we will keep her and her family in our daily prayers.
Carol
June 23, 2016
Our church in Delaware shared the names of all 49 killed. I have been praying for DeeDee and her family since then. So sorry for your loss.
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Tenita Reid
June 22, 2016
I want to send love and prayers to Deedee's loved ones. May Deedee RIP. With love.......
Audrey Grant
June 22, 2016
FROM SANFORD, FLORIDA DIDN'T KNOW YOU BUT ALL LIVES MATTER.
Oakley
June 21, 2016
RIP..I didn't know you but I am sure you have the same sweet spirit of your mom and dad!
Graylin & Ophelia Thomas
June 21, 2016
George, Andrea, Sheppard III and Alexia
We're sending our deepest condolences and love to all of you. Praying for healing and peace during this difficult time.
Graylin & Ophelia Thomas
Columbia, SC
Deborah Thompson
June 20, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Know that she will never be forgotten.She will always be watching over you.R.I.P.Deonka(DeeDee)
Dale Sinkler
June 20, 2016
Praying for your family
CK
June 19, 2016
Your beautiful spirit will always be felt. Everytime I listen to your song lesson (SOHN) I can't help but to think of you. You've done a fabulous job, touched many lives, and secured a special place among the Angels. You were truly a blessing. Thank you for your contribution to society and may your soul rest in eternal peace. You've made your mark and completed your journey, so sail on my Sister. Love you always
S Mazyck
June 19, 2016
Sending our sympathy and Condolences to the Drayton family. May God Continued to blessed the family. R.I.P.
charisma c
June 19, 2016
As the hours, minutes, seconds, days, weeks, months, & years come look to God for everything. I didn't know her personally but my heart hurts for your family. God loves you & so do I.
June 17, 2016
I am so sorry to read of the passing of Deonka who was a beautiful person both inside and out. Please be aware that Deonka's memory will remain in our hearts. God Bless.
June 16, 2016
To the Drayton family,
My deepest condolences to your family for the loss of Deonka. My heart is with you.
Kimberly M
Winston Salem, NC
REST IN PEACE
A M
June 16, 2016
todd aka dancer hottodd
June 16, 2016
You will be missed loved you zeus now you at peace but will be missed.. Loved seeing you at clubs you be in my heart as used to knew and work with you etc mad love rest in peace...
Rich Martin Jr
June 16, 2016
Prayers, strength and heartfelt caring thoughts to your family and friends. God Bless you guardian angel in heaven. RIP in paradise
Sympathetic stranger
June 16, 2016
Dear auntie of Dee Dee, no words can convey how sorry I am for the tragic event that took your precious niece's life. Know that many, many people are praying for you to cope and endure.
Mary
June 15, 2016
I'm sorry for your loss I know the COMFORTER is with you... my heart also grieves
P.M.D.
June 15, 2016
My heart goes out to your whole family. Please accept my deepest sympathies at this time of tragic loss, and know that so many, including our loving Heavenly Father, care for you and want to help. Jeremiah 29: 11&12.
OrlandoStrong
Winter Park
June 15, 2016
Prayers and Strength to your family.
June 15, 2016
I so sorry about your lost the Drayton family. I will keep you in my prayers.
June 14, 2016
A friend from Pennsylvania
Mary Jones
June 14, 2016
For the family
Clara
June 14, 2016
God bless
Erica
June 14, 2016
May you rest in peace
DS
June 14, 2016
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Andy Johnson
June 14, 2016
Saddened and mourning-God Bless
June 14, 2016
My prayers go out to your family. My God cover your family.
Angel
June 13, 2016
Your family is in my prayers!!
Scott Chamberland
June 13, 2016
Please accept my Deepest Sympathies
Jerome Mapp
June 13, 2016
Bless you Deonka. Although it was hatred that caused your death, I know that you are now wrapped in the loving arms of God...forever!
Rakisha Brown
June 13, 2016
My condolences go out to the family
C L
June 13, 2016
Beloveds, this is so tragic! I send deepest condolences and assure you that God keeps those who pass on in his memory because they are precious and dear to him.
Psalms116:15
S Bryant
June 13, 2016
RIP
Praying for the family & friends..
B F
June 13, 2016
My sympathy and love to the family
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