Deedee Maree Summerfield
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Deedee was a lover of all people and a firm believer in God and His word. She stood as a strong leader and passionate advocate for truth and justice, never hesitating to speak up for what was right. Her charismatic voice and exceptional singing ability brought joy to everyone fortunate enough to hear her, creating memories that will be cherished forever.
A natural artist with deep compassion for all living creatures, Deedee had a special love for animals, particularly cats. Her artistic inclinations and creative spirit illuminated everything she touched, leaving beauty in her wake.
Deedee is survived by her mother, Vickey Solner; her devoted sister, Konnie Ford (Krys Ford); her cherished nieces, Fay Lyn Ford and Quinn Grace Ford; her beloved nephew, Kayden William Ford; her long-term companion, Matthew Carson; and her long-distance love, Jeremiah Hu. She also leaves behind countless friends and family members whose lives were enriched by her presence.
She was an amazing daughter, sister, lover, friend, disciple, and advocate whose legacy of love, faith, and justice will continue to inspire all who knew her. Deedee's spirit will forever live on in the hearts of those she touched, and she will be deeply and eternally missed.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you honor Deedee's memory by showing kindness to all people and creatures, just as she did throughout her beautiful life.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Jeremiah Hu
September 26, 2025
All great things begin with a simple moment; my meeting with Deedee was just like that. We met on the Smule Sing app, where I was singing as a beginner - classical songs and music by The Beatles. One day, I recorded part of The Beatles´ song "I´ll Follow the Sun" as a duet, and Deedee joined me, adding her tender, beautiful voice. At first, it was nothing more than a meeting of voices, but her voice opened the door to conversation. We began as fellow music lovers, and gradually, our talks became a daily habit, filled with encouragement and kind feedback.
I often described my voice as that of a beginner, while hers was stronger and more beautiful - yet she was never proud or arrogant. Instead, she encouraged me, guided me, and understood me, even though my English was not very good. With time, our confessions of love were neither rushed nor fleeting; she admitted her feelings first, and although I wasn´t ready for love at that moment, little by little, deep emotions grew within me for her voice, her warm eyes, and her pure soul.
Our relationship became a world of its own - built on video calls, on waking up and falling asleep almost every day while talking to each other; laughing and joking, getting angry and crying, learning and watching things together, supporting one another as if we were living under the same roof. We never met in real life because of hardships, my circumstances, and life´s barriers, yet the distance never weakened the sincerity of our feelings. Deedee was the greatest supporter in my life, and I always tried to be her supporter as well. Her love was the purest I have ever known, and to me, she was the only true love of my life. Despite the sadness of never meeting physically, our hearts remained connected with sincerity and gratitude.
Deedee was a woman full of love, tenderness, honesty, and kindness. Her beautiful laughter filled the world with flowers, beauty, and love.
The memory of Deedee will forever live in my heart; her heart, her voice, her smile, her eyes - which I always saw as more beautiful than the stars - and her pure soul. All of it lives within me, warming me whenever I remember her, and it will remain so for as long as I live.
Rest in peace, my angel I will always love you.
_ Jeremiah Hu
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Sailor John
September 25, 2025
DeeDee & I Were Best Friends On The X Platform & Often Shared Jokes, Cat Memes, & A Love For Music & Singing Karaoke On X Spaces. Pictured Is A Screenshot Of Her Singing To Me A Favorite Song, "Only You" by Yazoo Which She Brilliantly Performed With Her Amazing Voice
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