Makayla Grace Santiago-Davido

Makayla Grace Santiago-Davido born on January 2nd, 2002 daughter of Emely Santiago and Frank Davido. Nurtured, raised and loved by her mother and step father Pedro Morales, who came into her life at the tender age of four.

She is survived by her parents, her sisters; Jeivhan and Elianna, her grandparents; Maxine and Wayne Ackerman, aunts; Linda, Evelyn, Bunny, Kelli and her uncles Santos and Wayne Ackerman Jr., cousins; Ian, Kaitlyn, Joey, Santi, Karina, Mikey, Sephira, Evan, Avery and Anaya.

Makayla was blessed with a vibrant luminating smile and contagious laugh. She was adored and loved by so many. She was effervescent, bubbly & strong minded, with a carefree spirit. She loved spending time with her family and friends, and making people laugh. Makayla was always there for others. She made herself available to listen and be there for those in need of love and emotional support. She was a natural at comforting others, bright; and always had great advice. She made her mark being a light for those around her. MAK (as her friends call her) was fun to be around, full of life with a fiery little attitude!

She was artistic, and determined with a kind heart. A natural beauty. A treasured daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece, cousin and friend who is loved deeply. She was one of a kind.

It is beyond the bounds of comprehension we prepare for the morbid reality of losing a child. To lose Makayla in such a manner is unfathomable. It is an indefiniteness too painful to accept.

Obscurely, Makayla believed we could live this life without her. As much as that belief is aggrieved, we will draw strength from her faith in us to carry on.

We will forever be proud Makayla Grace is a part of us. We will cry, we will love, and laugh but life will never be the same without her.

She is deeply missed.

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If you or someone you know may be struggling with suicidal thoughts, you can call the U.S National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK anytime day or night.

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Romans 14:8

If we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die, we die for the Lord. So, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord.

If you wish to make a donation to the family please reach out to Makayla’s aunt Evelyn via email at Evelynritz70@gmail.com, she can also be reached through text or telephone at 214-478-2436.

There is also an option to purchase flowers for the memorial services listed on the website.

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