My Mama was the strongest woman I knew. She could build homes, fix cars, draw, and paint. I once saw her remove and put a car transmission in herself. She was strong, smart, and loved us all so much. Whenever we needed her, she was there for us. She raised four of us, many cousins, and when my youngest sister passed away last year, she kept our family together and continued to raise my nieces and nephews. I don't know what we are going to do without her. It still does not feel real.

Those babies lost their Dad, Mom, and now their GaGa. Friday she went to heaven to be with her parents, her brothers and her youngest daughter.

Between the funeral expenses and other bills, all I want to do is keep the family together and help. I don't have much myself, just love for my family like she had. She always showed so much love to Sy, even though he is nonverbal and severely autistic. They shared a love of sweet tea and fried chicken. My mother is deeply missed, and her wishes were to be cremated. We love and miss you, Mama. The babies miss you, Gaga.

Thank you if you've made it this far, and thank you if you donate or share. Your support means the world to us as we try to honor her memory and keep our family strong.