Devin Nwanagu Obituary

Dear Devin,
Three years and still missing you every single day. I can still see your contagious smile and hear your unforgettable laugh. Keep watching over all of us.
Love, K

Dear Devin,
I miss you. I miss my big sister, my best friend, my idol, pretty much my entire universe all wrapped up in one person. It's been
525,600 minutes without you, and let me just say this one in particular is no fun. I know you don't want me to be sad, but you have to understand this: every day when I was little, I would wish as hard as I could for a big sister to take care of me, and then I got you. Whenever I needed advice, soccer tips, or just someone to talk to, you were always there. Sure, you're still here with me in my heart and in my head, but I want you to come back for real. I just want to goof off at Skyzone with you and the team one more time, and I want one more hug from the best big sister I could have ever asked for. And in another 525,600 minutes, I will probably be a little less sad, but I will never miss you less. Thank you Devin, for being the best gift all of my 11:11 wishes could have given me, I'm just wishing today more than usual that one of those wishes would bring you back.

Ernest & Carol: Carolyn just informed me of your loss. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Devin, though I didn't get to meet you or know you on a personal level it still hurts to hear that you are gone. Reading about everything you have done for people it is clear to me that the world has lost something special. Though you are gone, you are not forgotten and you will continue to live on in the hearts of those that love you.
Ernest, Carol and Amadi May God be with you through this difficult time and give you the strength to pull through. On behalf of my mother Winifred and sisters Adanna and Vanessa, you have our condolences

Devin, I miss you a lot. Thank you so much for you giving me encouragement saying" I can do this." " I would be a famous soccer player." I want to tell you that you will always be with me everywhere I go. In soccer games, in school and at home. I will use your strategies that you taught me. You will always be with me. Thank You, Devin.
Keya Raoshah ( Age 10, Boston MA)

Dear Carol, Ernest and Amadi, We are truly saddened to hear about the tragic lost of your dear Devin. Devin was truly blessed to have had such loving and devoted parents/family. And she shared her talents and blessings all around her. Words must have so little meaning at a time like this in comparison to the deep loss you have experienced. Perhaps knowing that old friends mourn with you and continue to love you! We want you to know that we are here for you should you have any need. May God the Father bless you, heal your hearts and grant you peace. Sola & Angela Seriki

Dear Carol, Ernie & Amadi - We are so saddened at hearing of the passing of your beautiful Devon. Our love and prayers are with you all.

I did not have the opportunity to know Devin, but I knew her family in Mt. Vernon, NY. Her grandmother, Mrs. Young, was my second grade teacher and I have fond memories of her mother, aunts and uncle. I was saddened to hear of her passing and offer my prayers and condolences.

Last year I was fortunate having worked with Devin coaching an 8th grade travel team in Newton. She had the respect of the players, because she worked just as hard coaching them. The team played better and worked harder. She was a delightful engaging person, I looked forward to working with her during the spring of 2013.

Talented and friendly individual, Devin has touched so many lives in such a short period of life on earth. I want to wish her family, especially her aunt, Ms. Anne-Young Berkeley, my deepest sympathy. May the Heavens embrace her home coming.

To Carol, Amadi, Ernest Nwanagu & The Young Family:
Our Hearts go out to you in the time of sorrow and grief. Please know that we are here for you. Whatever the need, whenever the time.

Geneva & Sharon

This is such a loss! Our hearts are breaking for the family and friends of this wonderful young woman who was taken much to soon!

I'm so sorry for your loss. I can't stop thinking about Devin and how heartbreaking this must be. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Dear Carol and Ernie - You raised a beautiful, love-filled daughter. Our hearts are breaking, along with yours.

The Nobles class of '64 had the privilege of knowing Devin during the planning and celebrating of their 50th reunion.We adored her, she became a friend, and we will all miss her terribly!

We are all so saddened and still reeling from the sudden loss of beautiful Devin. She was a sweet little girl and grew into a sweet, smart and caring young woman. Our hearts go out to Ernie, Carol, Amadi and the entire Nwanagu & Young families.

Love and prayers

Devin,

I have so many great memories of you. Although you had become an adult, I really see you as a "mini-me" of your mother and aunts. You make your parents very proud, and you will be dearly missed.

Lenore Washington-Graham

Carol - Please know that I'm thinking about you and your family, and holding you in my thoughts and prayers.

Devin, You will be in our hearts forever.
You touched and positively impacted so many lives in the 28 years you were here physically with us. There are no words to describe how we feel...
Love?.Love?.Love? you Devin?

Dearest Carol, Ernest. Amadi, Mrs Young, Clinton, Anne, Mary and Eric.
So sorry for your loss. Devin will always be in our hearts, she touched and positively impacted many in her 28 years physically here with us, she was a GIFT from GOD.
Myrna Merchant ( Mount Vernon, New York)

On behalf of the entire Tenacre School family, I want to express our condolences for Devin's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad moment. We remember Devin as a bright, cheerful, and eager student who was a tremendous role model to her classmates and to younger children.

Carol and family my sincere condolences. No wirds can soothe your pain. Your faith will help you all to heal

I just saw Devin from afar last week and was thinking of how much my son enjoyed playing on her team a year ago. In fact, I think I will always have a vision of Devin surrounded by kids bouncing around and chanting "I believe that we will win" and they did in more ways than one. Devin was an energetic light and a gift to many. May the kids she coached continue to be inspired by her spirit.
My prayers are with you.

Devin coached my son in youth soccer for two seasons. She was always one hundred percent engaged with her kids, motivating and nurturing. She combined strength and grace in such a beautiful way, inspiring all of us whose lives she touched.
With deepest sympathies to her family and friends.

Carol, I cannot imagine what you are feeling. I just keep thinking of all the fun times watching the girls play at Trinity. Devin was so lovely and I want you to know how much she meant to me because she was such a good friend to my daughter and it was such a gift for me to know Amelia had such a wonderful friend who welcomed a transfer and made her feel like she belonged.I will always remember Devin on the field urging her teammates on and you standing on the hill usually with a few other family members cheering Devin on! It was the best of times -- a precious memory.

Susan Hynes (Amelia Shister '09)

"Carol my heart goes out to you and family....a bright star has been lost - but the positive impact on all those that she has touched along the way will remain forever. Aunt Gloria

To borrow a phrase from the sport she loved and shared with so many, Devin was a true difference-maker.

With love and gratitude for the difference you made,

We were so sorry to hear of Devin's passing. We have wonderful memories of watching Devin play soccer with Rachel at Trinity. Her passion and spirit were a joy to behold. With deepest sympathy,

What a wonderful, energized, warm, happy, soul we have lost. My heart aches for her family and the many people she touched. She was an absolute gem.

Sending our thoughts to the entire Nwanagu family. Devin was an amazing person, and clearly had a great impact on many lives.

Carol
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family

Sending our prayers to the family of Devin. We will always remember her as we last saw her- a beautiful child, a beautiful spirit.

Although we didn't know her as she grew, we know that she was an equally wonderful, unique, woman. Godspeed sweet Devin.

Agape,

The Spencer McMillan Family

Devin is one of a kind, always pushing the girls to the highest level, never met a coach like her. She had the girls keep diaries on how they were doing in
school, their diets, how many juggles....just a kind caring person who loved everyone! The Abboud family loves her too and sends hugs and kisses to her family at this time.

Devin was not only my soccer coach but she was my friend. I never saw her without a smile on her face. I will never forget her amazing attitude that spread onto all of the people around her. She has given me so much clarity, and will forever be in my hearts. Heaven has for sure gained an angel and I know you will be watching down on us. Every time I step foot on that soccer field I will know that although I can not see or touch you, I will feel you in my heart.

Rest in peace Devin for God has the greatest plan for you up in heaven and I know you were called to be his soccer angel.

Love Shi

Thoughts and prayers to her family. Devin brightened many lives and by coaching children, she not only supported and cheered for them , her positive personality made them supportive of each other. We will never forget you Coach -Love, The Lonergan's

Peace to the most beautiful intelligent humble and a great friend of mines who has left this earth to be at rest. We will never know why but believe me you are truly missed. From our great conversations and us spending time together in NYC were amazing. I'm stuck at words like most but we love you. You have touched a lot of hearts here and there's not a day where I look at a picture of you and smile. I know your in heaven and tell my mama I said hi and talk to her, she's full of wisdom. She made me the man I am today ! Love u bestie !!!

In Remembrance of you

Devin coached my daughter's club soccer team for a season. I remember feeling fortunate that she was a model for our girls - of maturity, integrity, humility, achievement. What a bright light of a young woman she was.

With deepest condolences to her family.

Devin was my soccer coach, she taught me a lot I needed to know to be a good soccer player. To Devin from Olivia Richter and her family.

Devin is a great soccer player Devin was very kind to others I am very sad.devin greeted you when you walked in for soccer Devin filled you in on something you missed

Devin, I'm so grateful to have had the opportunity to have spent a good chunk of my young life playing soccer with you. You were strong, loud, goofy, happy and I looked up to you for your advice and your friendship.
My heart is heavy knowing the world has lost an amazing person.

Shine brighter than all the rest up there. May you rest in peace.

Devin,you were my favorite coach. I enjoyed working with you in soccer. I'll miss you. Love Julia Corr.

Devin you were my favorite coach. I'll miss you. Love Julia Corr.

Devin you've left us too soon. Your spirit lives in our hearts. Thank you for your humor, your energy, your friendship with Hillary.

Devin, you were a great inspiration to me on and off the field. Your enthusiasm and passion for soccer made you the best coach I have ever had. I will never forget the game you called me "Carol" and we all thought it was so funny. But the name has stuck; all my friends and family call me Carol now and that's all thanks to you. You will be truly missed.

"Devin was a beautiful young woman, supremely gifted with both grace and humility. We will never forget her friendship and her loyalty to her fellow Bantam, Nicole as well as her support for me and the entire Cahill Family. She will live forever in our hearts."

Tim Cahill (Quincy)

What an incredible woman. She could have done anything with her life, but chose to work with kids - teaching, encouraging, and helping them build confidence in themselves. Our children were changed by her, and we are so grateful for the time we had. She was unique. We will miss her.

Devin. Scholar, athlete, friend. I am so grateful to have shared her journey from joyful child to inspiring young woman. Forever in my heart.