Willie James Miles III

Willie James Miles III, affectionally known as Junior, was born on June 25th, 2019, to his loving parents Tia Staples & Wille Miles Jr.

Junior was a six-year-old bright light full of energy and love. Diagnosed with autism, he brought unique warmth and laughter to everyone he encountered. He attended Easter Seals Elementary School, where he was a proud 1st grader. Junior adored going to school and cherished both his classmates and teachers

Junior departed this life on September 20th, 2025, at home, surrounded by his parents and his sister.

To know Junior was to know pure joy; if you saw him, he was probably on his phone or tablet. Often without clothes, living life in his own beautiful way. He loved water especially enjoyed trips to the water park with his big sister and "momma" Kehlani. He enjoyed playing outside and watching his favorite cartoons and movies. Junior's presence lit up every room, and his loss is deeply felt by all who loved him.

Junior is preceded in death by his Brother-Zayshawn Miles, Grandmother- Darlene Joyner, Grandfather- Robert Marshall, Uncles- Maurice Youngblood & Devon Miles (Yipp).

Grandfather- Robert Marshall, Uncles- Maurice Youngblood & Degon Miles (Yipp).

In addition to his parents, he leaves to cherish his memory Maternal Grandparents, Eleanor Staples (Nana), John Carter (Papa), Gerald McKinney (Granddad)

Paternal Grandparents- Regina Youngblood & Willie Miles, Sr.

Siblings (Brothers)-Amir Johnson, Landon Bingnan, (Sisters)-Katarra Miles, Katonya Miles

Kyaira Reynolds and Kehlani Miles

Two Nephews- Amir Johnson Jr., Judah Develleigles

Aunts- Glyneka Joyner, Geree Gibson, Janelle Rawlings

Uncles- Geron Anderson, Eugene (Dank) Youngblood

God Father- Anthony Haughton

Special Babysitters- Jalaya Green & Aryi Monai White

As well as numerous Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Family and Friends,

The family extends heartfelt gratitude to the staff and teachers of Easter Seals for the love and care they showed him.