Jerika Dawn Teal

Its been a long lonely year since you left us dear. I miss you so very very much. Although I cry often and the pain inside from losing you will never go away, I am thankful that you are no longer in pain. Your family are always on my mind. I really wish you were here to enjoy life and share all of these new memories with me...
Your friendship will never be forgotten
I love you my sister.

Hope you are enjoying Heaven right now,
I'm sure its sunny where you are, and...

It will soon be a year since Jerika went to be with Jesus and she is missed just like it was yesterday. Being her Nana, I know how I feel, but it has to be so much harder for her MaMa, Daddy, brothers and sisters. She was loved so much by everyone who knew her. Love you forever Nana and Papa

In the weeks I had the opportunity to take care of Jerika at Shands UF. She was always the most pleasant and positive patient. Always a pleasure to work with. Most memorable is how good of a "big sister" she was to her mother Tina.

She was a wonderfull person to know.

I can't believe you're gone... it's like yesterday that u were in my classes at Mulberry. I never thought this would've happened. I miss you, evern though we didn't talk much. Thanks for helping me out with my classwork, you helped me get through my last year =) rest in peace girl. P.S-I still have the pic you gave me. Hope ur in a better place now. <3 Lee

I met Jerika 6 years ago when she first came to Shands. I thought that I might be able to offer her encouragement, yet everytime I left her hospital room I realized that I was the one being encouraged. Jerika was beautiful inside and out. I am extremely grateful to have known her and be able to call her my friend. I will never forget Jerika sitting up in her hospital bed putting together puzzles and her beautiful smile. She had a smile that could light up any room. I know that this world...

Jerika was such a wonderful student who always had a smile and a good attitude. She was also outstanding on the clarinet! I miss all of my Mulberry friends and am so sad to hear of a young life lost. My prayers go to the family.

To Jerika's Family,
I have known Jerika for 6 years, every since I started working in the PICU. She always had a bright smile and was always so cheerful. Jerika was a very sweet girl with a wonderful personality. Tina, I am so sorry for the loss of your daughter she truly was a fighter. God has a new angel, someone he just couldn't do without. God bless you and your entire family as you encounter this difficult process. May God be with you and keep you safe in his arms. Use His light to...

Today is two weeks since you graduated into heaven. I have thought about you everyday. I miss you so much...You would love to see the pretty flowers on display for you out at Willow Oak. I miss you and love you dearly my Jer-i-ma-ka. Josh, Steph and I went to the mall in your honor. We missed you and talked about you bunches. Can't wait to see you again,

I had the priveledge of caring for Jerika for a couple of days during her last stay in the PICU. She was such a wonderful young lady and no matter what the news or situation, she could manage a smile for me. Above all things, that is what I will remember most. My thoughts and prayers to the family.