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Taylor
August 1, 2025
Deandra Wood
July 31, 2025
Devyn was one of my first students when I first started teaching at NNPS. He was the most adorable 5 yr old I´d seen. We instantly bonded and he absorbed ASL and education like a sponge. One memory I will never forget is that everyone told me Devyn was signing and acting exactly like me. I was puzzled so I watched him sign and realized, oh my goodness!! He´s my clone!! I laughed so hard because it was so cute and precious! Although I did need to be careful when having an adult conversation! Oh how I LOVED having him as my student for 3 years. I was so blessed to have kept in touch with him as he grew up into a beautiful and successful young man. He will be deeply missed and forever loved. I do want to share something very special that just happened to me few days ago. Out of the blue, he suddenly appeared and was hugging everyone and telling them he was okay and that he was at peace and happy and that he loved them. I immediately felt at peace even though I´m still grieving. He IS with the Lord and IS happy and at peace. He loves you all, especially his family! I love you!! Deandra Wood





Ciara Willard
July 30, 2025
Neil Sprouse (Michael)
July 23, 2025
as I look back on our time together, I find myself wandering up and down Memory Lane, gathering memories of our time together, having known him since he was 5 or 6. We attended the same elementary school, where he was part of the first class taught by Deandra 'Bush' Wood, the first Deaf teacher to teach at Newport News Public Schools. From our very first meeting, it was evident that he had a bright personality, overflowing with life, warmth, and a great sense of humor. He continued to radiate these qualities when he joined me at Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind, where he grew into a confident social butterfly and a respected leader. He was a visionary with an unwavering passion to chase his dreams and bring his vision to life. He took great pride in his achievements. I will always treasure the memory of Devyn as the kid who dared to dream, sharing love and kindness without limits. He now joins the multitude of stars keeping watch over us.
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Jessica Anderson
July 22, 2025
My condolences to the family of Devyn. I met him few years ago through a friend of mine. I'll miss his smile and the love he shared with everyone he met! May you have a safe journey with the Lord!





KathrynCanup
July 21, 2025
Chrystal Jennings
July 21, 2025
This is a hard one. Devyn is my little cousin and I can remember since he was very young he was always so loving and caring. He was protective over his siblings and family. Devyn lived proud and represented what a person can and will do regardless of any disabilities or setbacks. He accomplished so much in so little time. We love you Devyn and my heart is with your parents and siblings.


Tracey Mawyer
July 20, 2025



Tracey Mawyer
July 20, 2025
Dear Godson Devyn,
You're deeply missed and loved, not just for who you are, but for the light and warmth you bring to everyone around you, I will be keeping you in my heart always. Hugs xoxo Godmother, Tracey


Ethan Dotson
July 20, 2025
He is so fabulously clothed love during high school. I love to pranks and play foolish around with him sometimes and his personality so meaningful for diversity in awareness deaf community. Very wonderfully guy in the skylight shines blessings.

Tara Patricia Frost
July 20, 2025
I miss you, My Friend. R.I.P. Devyn Davis
Najah Bell
July 20, 2025
My childhood friend,
The memories of my childhood made me remember. I will miss your smile always. You are precious my childhood friend,
Najah Bell

Tara Patricia Frost
July 20, 2025
I miss you, my Friend. R.I.P. Devyn Johson





Kathryn Canup
July 20, 2025



Chrystal Barnes
July 20, 2025
Nephew, there are simply no words. Our hearts ache, and we´re sending all our love, hugs, and prayers to your mother, siblings, family, and everyone who loved you. You are deeply loved and will be missed more than words can say. Thank you for allowing us to share in your life-you truly lived it well. May your soul rest peacefully for eternity. RIH Dev





Kendra Lewis
July 20, 2025
In loving memory of a wonderful friend and classmate. We will love you and miss you always. Fly high and dance in paradise

Malik Evans
July 20, 2025
This is the hardest pill to swallow.. May you rest in paradise brother!

Wandria brown
July 19, 2025
I miss u my best friend forever Devyn Davis Johnson I never forget elementary school to high school out of world break in the my heart u are smart everything rise this amazing moon and back I say goodbye rest in paradise Devyn Davis Johnson
Jasmine Stevens
July 19, 2025
I love you and miss you. Rest well, my handsome friend

Kendra Lewis
July 19, 2025
Fly High and dance in paradise .. thanks for all the wonderful memories and all the stuff you´ve done for us but now u can rest .. you´ll always be sorely missed and we love you .. I have lot of pics/vids of us togetber but ima share one for now .. pray for his family
FOREVER31

D.Jones
July 19, 2025
Fly high Dev
Forever31

Keaunna Stokes
July 19, 2025
Cherishing you the memories of us, others that you've had impacted many of us across all the world. You've brought the light to rise the shining stars upon us, you are simply extraordinary person who we will always remember the legacy of you the rest of our life.
Always will think of you-
I miss you and love you eternally, buddy.
- Annuake the Star-Key.




Brooke Boothe
July 19, 2025





Brooke Boothe
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Sierra Campbell
July 19, 2025
Rest in Paraside, Dev. We love and miss you. Your soul has touched many hearts over the years, You knew you´re the ordinary person with a lot of enthusiasm you have for your loved ones. I will make sure we´d honor you in the light of your name and carry your story on.
there´s too many pics but those pics I will always hold upon my heart.

Taylor yopp
July 19, 2025
Devyoo´s I miss you so much and love you so much !!!! Never forget about you and you are my classmate and brother


Lisa Parker
July 19, 2025
Lisa Parker
July 19, 2025
In loving memory of a sunshine person. We will love you and miss you always.
Bryan and Beckley Long
July 19, 2025
Your family is in our prayers. We have known him since he was a little boy at VSDB. We loved his bubbly personality and beautiful smile. His love for others was truly contagious and touched everyone around him. We will not forget him.





Brooke Boothe
July 19, 2025
It´s was very privilege to know Devyn when I first met him at DYA (Deaf Youth Alive!) in Lynchburg,Va... we had very strong connection into good conversations! I will never ever forget his smile,his laughters, and the most important his carings for people that he loves... Dev-Boo go rest in highest mountain ur works here in earth is over go soar free with eagles forever! Miss u so much definitely most important that I will miss is our amazing friendships and conversations! My thoughts and prayers for the families and friends from VSDB!
Tiffanny Williams
July 19, 2025
Fly high, Dev
I am going to miss u and u are wonderful person. Continue to rest in Heaven. Remember, no more pain and u are Free....
Ur friend, Tiff
Deandra Wood
July 19, 2025
Fly high and free, my friend! You will be sorely missed, but never forgotten. We all love you!



Breanna G
July 19, 2025
Lovely childhood friends cherish memorial of him! I remember when we met in VSDB 2005 until high school. I miss him and always remembered him. Rest in peace forever 31

Khai Smith
July 19, 2025
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

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July 19, 2025

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July 19, 2025
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