Stephon Dakers

Stephon Dakers, age 24 passed away on Monday, August 12, 2024. Our Bond:
I hope these words can portray,
how incredibly proud of you I am today.
When I found out I was carrying you,
I was elated with so many dreams coming true.
The day you were born and I saw your face,
Nothing in this world can ever replace.
That feeling of when I first held you to me,
Kissing your head and watching as you see.
The closeness I felt on that first day,
has become stronger daily in every way.
I am so proud of you son for how you've grown,
The decisions you've made, the strength you've shown.
Your nature is kind, loving, and rare,
When you walk into a room all eyes begin to stare.
Always know how much I Iove you no matter what,
Our bond and love never broken, it can never be cut.
Author- Unknown
Obituary:
Stephon Oronde Dakers, the son of the late Jason Oronde Dakers with his surviving mother Stacey and Kyle Williams (Step-father) was born on Friday June 30, 2000, in Staten Island, New York. He peacefully passed away at Duke University Hospital in Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina, on August 12, 2024.
Growing up, Stephon attended school in Staten Island until his sophomore year of high school at Curtis H.S. He relocated with his family to Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania where he attended Stroudsburg High School for his junior and part of his senior year before falling ill. Despite receiving discouraging news, he bravely faced each challenge. Stephon's resilience was evident as he fought through multiple hospitalizations yet always returning stronger. In 2023, he moved in with his girlfriend Anna Sims and worked as a security guard for Madison Security until his health declined in early 2024.
Stephon's greatest gift was instilling hope and bringing smiles to those around him. He cherished spending time with his family, friends, girlfriend, and his close companions while considering them as extended family. Transitioning from a fun-loving kid to a selfless young man. Stephon found joy in playing with and caring for his younger cousins Sydney, Tyler, and latest addition Brooke. He made sure they knew he was the eldest and most responsible. His determination to live life on his terms was unwavering and succeeded in doing so.
He is survived by his mother and step-father, Stacey and Kyle Williams; grandparents Patricia Ruff, Edwin and Gale Dakers. Wayne and China Manigault, and Chareen Williams-Edwards;greta-grandmother Mrs. Clara Bell; Uncles Raul Andre, Robin, Mario Bell, Clyde, Frank, Ronald Richardson, Francisco Barrios, Adrian Edwards, Armet ColesJR. and Gregory Perkins; Aunts Sheena Ruff, Camara, Carolyn Dakers, Vickie Richardson, Dawn Daniels, Kieran Williams, Kerri Williams-Jackson, and special Auntie-cousin Quincilla Sylvester. Stephon also leaves behind numerous cousins, friends, and coworkers.
Though Stephon's time with us was brief his impact was profound. He will be deeply missed by all whom knew him.
A visitation for Stephon will be held Thursday, August 22, 2024 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM and from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM, Harmon Funeral Home, 571 Forest Ave, Staten Island, NY 10310.
A celebration of life will occur Thursday, August 22, 2024 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM, 571 Forest Ave, Staten Island, NY 10310.
A committal service will occur Friday, August 23, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM at Fairview Cemetery, 1852 Victory Blvd, New York, NY 10314.