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Davon Vershawn Jenkins, born April 27, 2000, lost his life suddenly on November 4, 2008 at a very young age.� He was the son of Sondra Heigl and Winston "Lloyd" Jenkins, Jr., stepson of Donathon Alston, Jaime Jenkins and the devoted brother of the late Camron Jenkins and Daydon Alston.� Davon is survived by siblings, Olivia Herschell, Alloyah Jenkins, Winston Jenkins, III and Noah Herschell as well as stepsiblings Kelsie McNevin and Devine McNevin.� He also leaves behind grandparents, Leona (Mark) Gilbert, Terrance (Pat) Haight, Winston Jenkins, Sr. and great grandfather Mark Haight.� Davon is survived by several aunts and uncles including Sheila (Patrick) Harris, Karl Heigl, George Hillman, III, Fred Wolfe, Cathy Carson, Cathy Harding, Shawnta Jenkins, Kevin Bell, Steve Hill and Andre Carroll.� He is the loving cousin of Abigail, Serena, Thomas and Owen Harris as well as many others.� Davon was predeceased by grandmother Arlene Jenkins and great grandmother Flora Haight.� He also leaves behind his loving godmother Rona "Aunt Chop" Styres, his special friend Stone "Peanut" Styres and very special teacher Mrs. Huber, all who he loved greatly.
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Davon attended the second grade at Oak Orchard Elementary School in Medina.� Born with Down Syndrome, he overcame unbeatable odds as a baby.� Before the age of one year old Davon had to undergo open heart surgery to help repair a heart condition.� He came out of the surgery successfully despite everything.� Later on, he developed Leukemia but overcame that as well.� Davon was a remarkable boy.� Despite everything he remained happy and content.� He always had a smile on his face and a hug for everyone he met.� Like his brothers he liked spending time with his family.� Davon loved to dance all the time, no matter where he was.� He attended Hess Road Wesleyan Church with his brothers and cousins.� At church Davon was a part of the choir where he sang with his brothers.
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Relatives and friends may call Sunday 3-7 PM at Prudden & Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee St., Lockport where funeral services will be held Monday at 11 AM.� Interment will be in Cold Spring Cemetery.� Memorials to "Sondra's Boys" Memorial Fund c/o First Niagara Bank (checks payable to Sheila Harris) would be appreciated by the family.
<h3>Visitation</h3>
Sunday, Nov. 9, 2008 from 3-7 PM
<h3>Services</h3>
Monday, Nov. 10, 2008 at 11 AM
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