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Laila Allen Obituary

LAILA STAR ALLEN Laila Star Allen, 8-month-old daughter of Sheena Allen and Brandon Weems, passed on Wednesday, July 24, at St. Christopher's Hospital in Philadelphia. In addition to her parents, Laila is survived by her brothers, Julian and Maximus Allen and Jaiden Carpenter; her sister, Jalissa Carpenter; grandparents, Wendy and Stephen Boyer of Birdsboro, Patricia Smith of Mt. Airy, Philadelphia, and Willie Allen of Douglassville; aunts, Ashley Wilson, Crystal Bodie, Carolyn Weems, Dana Weems, Tameca Weems, Ashley Boyer and Kelly Majors; uncles, Christon Johnson, Brian Allen, J.J. Wilson, Justin Johnson, Matt Boyer and Jermane Allen, and many cousins and other family. Relatives and friends are invited to the funeral service for Laila, Tuesday, 11 a.m. at the Houck & Gofus Funeral Home, 955 N. Charlotte St., Pottstown, PA 19464. The family will receive guests after 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Limerick Garden of Memories, Limerick, PA. Online condolences may be made at www.houckgofusfuneralhomeinc.com

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Published by The Mercury from Jul. 27 to Jul. 28, 2013.

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Kevin Horton

June 23, 2014

Sorry for your lost B, never knew you lost your lil one. My prayers are with you and your family. Keep your head B.

Mychael Majors

June 23, 2014

The sweetest little ball of joy I ever held. Always happy and smiling ill never forget the times I got to see you and hold you. Rest in Paradise Angel you were a blessing to everyone during your much too short stay here on earth. Love you!

Linda Loose

August 1, 2013

God has another little Darling Angel. God will take care of her. I hope God's Love will Help Heal you. It is so hard to let go. May you find Peace. Condolences to you and your family.

Rochelle Trump

July 31, 2013

Brandon and Sheena may God wrap His arms around you and give you peace. My prayers are with you and your families.

Ruthy Hansen

July 29, 2013

RIP beautiful Laila! My boys and I send you all our love on your journey home! To your wonderful family, know you're in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless you all! We are sending lots of love your way as well!

July 29, 2013

Sheena & Brian
My condolences to both of you on your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lucille Gross

Tami Young

July 29, 2013

Laila - you are truely a star; the way you lit up your momma's face showed that you shining bright!! You are with the angels and will be well taken care of sweetheart!! RIP

Nikki Miller

July 29, 2013

Sheena, words can't express how sorry I am for your loss. Such a beautiful baby girl. I always enjoyed see her. We love you!

Thomas Spears

July 28, 2013

I'm sorry I can't be there but heart is with you,in this trying time.

Yvonne Levan

July 28, 2013

Rip little Laila watch over your mommy and daddy and the rest of your family. So sorry for you loss Sheena.

July 28, 2013

We love you! We pray for all of you, Im so glad my daughter got to share a memory of her playing, our sympathy goes out to all the family. May you rest in peace little angel! Love Always, Shannon, Aaron & Gemma

Linda McGinley

July 28, 2013

RIP Laila watch over mommy and daddy and your brothers, Sheena so sorry for your loss.

Les Endy

July 28, 2013

My thoughts and prayers with all of you God Bless

Les Endy

July 28, 2013

My thoughts and prayers to all the family. God bless

mike fox

July 28, 2013

So sad!!!! I am sorry for your loss....

Lizzette Agosto

July 28, 2013

My condolences to your family. May god give your family the strength needed to deal with this pain & loss . R.i.p lil ANGEL

Stephanie Pol

July 28, 2013

My thoughts and prayers go out to Sheena and Brandon and the rest of the family! Heaven gained a beautiful angel! Rest peacefully baby girl!

Deidre Petro

July 27, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Carmen Jones

July 27, 2013

R.I.P. Beautiful Laila. My deepest condolences Sheena, Brandon and rest of the fam....I'll keep you in prayers. Julian...your baby sister is now one of Gods beautiful Angels....Titi Ivy loves you baby

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