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Lylah Gavulic Obituary

Lylah Mary Syx
Gavulic
November 1, 2012-
April 3, 2015
Midland, GA- Lylah Mary Syx Gavulic, 2, of Midland, GA died Friday, April 3, 2015 at Midtown Medical Center.
Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM, Thursday, April 9, 2015 at Cascade Hills Church with Dr. Bill Purvis officiating. Interment will be held at Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery. The family will receive friends Wednesday evening from 6:00-8:00 PM at Cascade Hills Church according to McMullen Funeral Home, 3874 Gentian Blvd. Columbus, GA 31907.
Lylah was born November 1, 2012 in Ft. Benning, GA daughter of Alyssa Alt Gavulic and the late MSgt. Joshua Mark Gavulic. Lylah had an unmistakable love for life that was completely evident to all who knew her. She was born into an amazing family with 5 older siblings who were already in love with her before she even arrived. Being the youngest created a special place for her in the family where each and every milestone was even more appreciated because everyone was aware how quickly she would grow. Ironically, even with so many individuals constantly attentive to her every need, she had a rare independence and maturity about her. She seemed determined to do everything her way and by herself. She embodied both a delicate little princess and a rough and tumble little girl, simultaneously.
She loved walking around in a dress-up dress carrying a purse and wearing click clack shoes with her big sister and best friend Evylie. She was enamored with jewelry and bows for her hair so she could look pretty like her oldest sister and sometimes "second mommy" Rylie. She would even try to wear makeup when she saw her big sister or mommy putting it on but she always used way too much "litstick." Charmingly, she was always ready for you to capture her heartwarming smile as she eagerly said "cheese" for every camera she saw. She often showered her mommy with compliments about looking "bootiful" as she brushed her hair and kissed her gently on the cheek. She held her "babies" closely and made sure that they were all safely snuggled in bed with her as she drifted off to sleep.
But she could also hold her own with her big brothers Tristyn, Austyn, and Suttyn by engaging convincingly in any current superhero or villain game they were pretending to play. She loved to run fast, jump far and swing high. She frequently impressed others with her fearlessness, agility and endurance because she was not what one would expect in such an adorable bright blue-eyed curly blond haired little girl. Some would even call her a spitfire to describe her zest for adventure and her undeniably bold personality. She was simply the perfect mixture of vivacious tenacity and tender sweetness. Although she is now undoubtedly resting in her Daddy's arms who very recently passed just 13 months before her, she will be sorely missed by all who had the honor of knowing her and consequently falling in love with her.
Survivors other than her mother include her 3 brothers, Tristyn, Austyn, and Suttyn; 2 sisters, Evylie and Rylie; paternal grandparents, Robert and Sherri Gavulic; maternal grandmother, Lorna Martell; maternal great-grandparents, Forest and Betty Lou Townsley; paternal great-grandmother, Helen Gavulic, and many other family members.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to https://fundly.com/m2/love-for-lylah
To sign Lylah's guestbook, please visit www.mcmullenfuneralhome.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Columbus Ledger-Enquirer on Apr. 8, 2015.

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Susan & Aaron Lancaster

April 15, 2015

Our hearts break at your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prays.

Sarah and Tom Alt

April 13, 2015

Sweet baby Lylah graced us all with her presence here on Earth. She had such a short life to have left such a great impact. I know that Lylah instantly found her daddy in heaven and they sailed away to see Jesus! We all are so glad you all came to see us just two weeks before she passed. Her cousins here will always remember her spunk and her sweetness! We all love her, miss her and will remember her forever. We pray for all the Gavulics and Alts.

Margery & Paul Warder

April 11, 2015

You are in our prayers. May the presence of the Lord, your treasured memories, and the thoughtful care of others continue to sustain you. We learned of your situation when our family there asked us to pray for you...and we, in turn, have asked others here to pray for you. May the Lord bring you into many minds, even the minds of us "strangers" within the Body of Christ, when any of you need intercessors. We extend our sympathy and we are praying for you.

Jason, Holly, & Cole Pettis

April 10, 2015

We didn't know Lylah, but what a beautiful tribute to her. It sounds like she was a special little girl. We are one of your neighbors in Grandtree. Our hearts break for your family during this most difficult time and we pray for you!!

Judy McCraw

April 10, 2015

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Nancy Hunter

April 10, 2015

I pray for your Strength. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Tina Boyett

April 9, 2015

I am praying for you all, and extend my heartfelt condolences to your family. I cannot imagine the pain you are feeling. God bless and comfort you all!

Tami Loshaw

April 9, 2015

I do not have the words to say. May the Lord Jesus Himself comfort and peace for you and your family in only a way He could.

Paula Alexich

April 9, 2015

Praying for your sweet family during this time. So sorry for all the loss your family has endured. I pray for strength and rest that only Jesus will be able to provide, may he wrap your family in his loving arms and surround you with a peace.

Theresa McBride

April 9, 2015

What a Beautiful little angel. I didn't know her and I don't know the family. But, I do know what it's like to lose a beautiful little girl. GOD will heal you everywhere you hurt. You will be able to laugh again. Please allow GOD to put your broken heart back together again. One day you will be able to look at her pictures and cry from joy instead of pain. I love you and your family so much!!!! I pray for healing, comfort, and above all else PEACE!!!

Lydia Bush

April 9, 2015

Your family is in the thoughts and prayers of the Puddle Jumpers Family.

Gail Fountain

April 9, 2015

I Pray for a strength and peace that can only come from God that will guide you and your family through this!! I an so very sorry!

Clemmie Gray

April 9, 2015

I was so devastated in the loss of Josh. I still cry for Alyssa and the loss of him. I have shed many tears for you all and the loss of precious Lylah. What a great tribute written for her. She is absolutely precious. It is so very hard to let go of our loved ones here on this earth. We can go where they are. Alyssa, my heart, tears and prayers are for you, your children, my children, and all the family and loved ones.

Virginia Korcha

April 9, 2015

I cannot imagine your pain. I know that Lylah is now an angel with Our Lord. I am so sorry.

Robin Gonye

April 9, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May you have peace in this time of grief.

Elaina Cary

April 9, 2015

Sending prayers, love and hugs to you and your family. I hope that you find peace during this difficult time. Take care love

Rich & Nicole Thompson

April 9, 2015

Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the death of your beloved daughter, Lylah. May God be with you and give you strength. Prayers for your family during this difficult time.

ms.quita

April 9, 2015

ms. quita lylah teacher from puddle jumpers

April 9, 2015

ms. quita (puddle jumpers). I was blessed to be her teacher.

Traci Brown

April 9, 2015

Praying for each member of this precious family.

Renae robbins

April 9, 2015

Such a lovely tribute for special little girl. Our family is praying for each of you. John and Renae Robbins

Cindy Ely

April 9, 2015

Allysa, my prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Praying for comfort in the days ahead. From CHA - kindergarten class
Daughter Brooke, Tristyn would always flirt with Brooke and when she wouldn't give him the time of day he'd move onto another girl in class.

Kathy (Mcniell) Thompson

April 9, 2015

Praying for you all during this time of great sorrow . But also take great joy that she is in the hands of her Heavenly Father n earthly father ! I send thoughts and prayers from VA during this sad time . She was an amazing little girl . Wish my little ones could have meet her . But thank God one we all can ! Love to you and your family during this time .

Liz Dye

April 9, 2015

In memory of Lylah! Continually praying for you!

Liz Dye

April 9, 2015

Prayers for you all and especially for you, Allysa. I cannot even imagine the heaviness on your heart. I pray God will see you through and heal your hurts and have comfort in knowing you will see your beautiful little girl and your husband again one day.

Michele Hamaker

April 8, 2015

You are loved. You are loved more than you can possibly imagine. Praying for you and your family Alyssa. Words will never heal the hole that is there now, but you will also NEVER be alone. I am confident Lylah is hugging her Daddy now.

Kristi and Scott Moore

April 8, 2015

There are no words for this mother,her siblings and all her family and friends!! Praying GOD wraps his arms around all of them for comfort and peace!! RIP beautiful angel

April 8, 2015

Dot Corbett, Tammy Watts mother

Carla Ryan

April 8, 2015

Our deepest sympathy and all our prayers are with you Gavulic family.

David and Carla Ryan

Cheryl Richard

April 8, 2015

There are no words to describe the loss of a child. The pain I know all too well that Alyssa is feeling. I never got to meet sweet Lylah but reading some very touching stories about her recently has made me see just what an amazing child she is. Sweet Dreams Lylah. Sending your family lots of love and prayers in the days and months to come.

Yesi Bernal

April 8, 2015

Gavulic family we send you our deepest sympathies, love and comfort. Praying you can find comfort and peace in the memory of her smiles.

REBECCA CARTER HEALING HEARTS

April 8, 2015

May God carry you and help you to cope at this most tragic time.

April 8, 2015

At times like this, I can't help but ask the question "WHY?". She is so precious and from her obituary, we know that she was so full of life and had so much to give. Sincere prayers for this beautiful mother, brothers, and sisters. Hugs of Love...Linda Wilson with Healing Hearts Grief Support.

Leah Cadoura

April 8, 2015

This was the most beautiful tribute I have ever read. My heart just breaks for your beautiful family. My son, Will, is friends with your daughter Rylie. Prayers for your beautiful family.

Gwen Parker

April 8, 2015

May God's peace & strength see you through this most awful time. I can't even imagine the pain you are in.

William and Brenda Storey

April 8, 2015

We are so very sorry. May God hold you in his arms and give you comfort and peace.

Susan Brown

April 8, 2015

My prayers to this family in losing this precious little girl. May God bless all of you.

The McMullen Family and the Staff of McMullen Funeral Home

April 8, 2015

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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