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Davion Malik Gaines "Dee" (Lansing)
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Davion Malik Gaines "Dee" (Lansing) Obituary
Davion Malik Gaines passed away Wednesday, April 13, 2016 in Indianapolis, Indiana at the age of 21 years. He was born on December 1, 1994 to Candra Price and Willie Gaines III in Lansing, Michigan.
“Dee,” as he was affectionately known, attended Lansing Public Schools. He was employed by Booker’s BBQ in Indianapolis, Indiana. He loved children, dancing and listening to music. He especially loved listening to Chicago style rap music. Davion was a devoted father, son, brother, cousin and friend. His smile and sense of humor will truly be missed by all who knew and loved him.
Dee leaves to cherish his memory two daughters, Naveah and Serenity Gaines of Lansing, Michigan; mother, Candra Price, Lansing, Michigan; father, Clarence Walker, Lansing, Michigan; one sister, Jaylyn Walker, Detroit, Michigan; three brothers, Amadi Conner of Lansing, Michigan, Frank Williams of Brooklyn, New York and Kenyata Walker of Detroit, Michigan; grandparents, Yasmin (Bakari Abdul) Qayyum of Lansing, Michigan, Martha (Neil Thomas) of Lansing, Michigan; seven aunts, Naima Price of Indianapolis, Indiana, Tamara (Justin) Jackson of North Carolina, Lawonna Walker of Lansing, Michigan, Letkecha (Nathan) Allen of Jackson, Michigan and Cassandra Moore of Detroit, Michigan; seven uncles, Vitolous “Shawn” Price of Indianapolis, Indiana, Markey Walker, Willie Thomas, Joshua Moore and James Rembert, all of Lansing, Michigan; Anthony “Quan” Knight of Pontiac, Michigan; a very special cousin, uncle, brother and friend, Turner Ashe, III, and Shaneqiua Bridgeman with whom he shared a special bond.
Davion was preceded in death by his son, D’Jore Malik Gaines and his favorite aunt, Charmaine Price.
The family would like to extend special thanks to everyone who provided meals and other expressions of kindness during this difficult time.
Visitation: Saturday, April 23, 2016 - 9:00 a.m. until time of service
Eliezer Temple Church
3637 West Jolly Rd.
Lansing, Michigan 48911
(517)394-2544
Family Hour: Saturday, April 23, 2016 - 11:30 a.m.
Eliezer Temple Church
3637 West Jolly Rd.
Lansing, Michigan 48911
(517)394-2544
Funeral Service: Saturday, April 23, 2016 - 12:30 p.m.
Eliezer Temple Church
3637 West Jolly Rd.
Lansing, Michigan 48911
(517)394-2544
Eulogist: Bishop David W. Maxwell, Eliezer Temple Church
Lady Tee
May 3, 2016
always remember i got you in my heart .....forever and always no matter where this life takes us .
Lady Tee
May 3, 2016
❤you probably up in heaven running it up you looked amazing at your home going man i catch myself calling you & texting you knowing i won't get a answer but mann i miss you so much thats not how i wanted to see you again that wasn't how we planned i love you davion take care fr ❤
Pnut
April 19, 2016
Davi long live baby boy! Ima miss u bugging me trying video chat ! Ima pray over your family !
Omar Woods
April 19, 2016
R.I.H. lil Cuz even though I didn't know you we family and with that being said I love you, rest up my baby.
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Candace B.
April 19, 2016
Dear Family,
Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one. May prayers to the God of comfort strengthen you in the days ahead. He promises, "I have heard your prayer. I have seen your tears. I am healing you." 2Kings 20:5
Das Jana Parker
April 19, 2016
i love you brother, can't believe you really left us i miss you so much already
Kimmy Dixon
April 18, 2016
You will be truly missed Lil Cuzin rest easy we all love you.
Paradise Funeral Chapel
April 13, 2016
Our staff will keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing our family to serve your family.
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