Shaniqua Bagley Obituary in Gastonia at Costner Funeral Home

Obituary For Shaniqua Bagley

Shaniqua Jonique Bagley, 28, of Gastonia, North Carolina entered into eternal life on Tuesday, July 12, 2016 peacefully in her home. She was born August 16, 1987 in New Haven, Connecticut and was the daughter of the late Sabrina Bagley-Reaves and Louis Brand. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother, Lillie McNeil Bagley.

Shaniqua graduated form Hamden High School in Hamden, Connecticut “Class of 2005”. While attending Hamden High School, Shaniqua participated in a pre-college nursing and forensics pathology program at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut. Pursing her interest in nursing and her love to take care of people, Shaniqua completed a Medical Assistant program at Stone Academy. Following completion of this program, Shaniqua worked at Fair Haven Community Clinic using her skills to provide better health for the community. When her grandmother became ill, Shaniqua used her innate nursing ability to provide ongoing care and support. She loved helping others. As a child, Shaniqua attended Dee Dee’s Center, following in the footsteps of her mother, and studied tap, modern, jazz, ballet and hip-hop. Shaniqua enjoyed reading books, listening to music, cooking and discovering new recipes. In her adult life, Shaniqua continued those things she enjoyed, and had fun babysitting young children and shopping; but most of all, Shaniqua provided a loving and supportive environment for her two beautiful daughters, T’Harah and Cori, whom she would often share with the world their amazing accomplishments in the classroom. Additionally, Shaniqua admired the work of her older brother, LaMar, and would always find ways to encourage and support him. Shaniqua was also the support and the “rock” for many of her family and friends. This is what Shaniqua loved to do and this is what she considered her calling “to take care of people!”

She leaves to cherish precious memories her beautiful daughters, T’Harah Andreyah Bagley and Cori Lanae Carter; brothers, Dr. LaMar Bagley of Washington, D.C. and Dion Lee of New Haven, Conn.; step-father, David Reaves of New Haven,, Conn.; maternal grandfather, John Bagley of Gastonia, N.C.; step-brothers, Adrielle and Byron Reaves; uncles, Dale Williams (Beverly) of Gastonia, N.C., John A. Bagley, Jr. (Gail) of Royal Palm Beach, FL., Michael K. Bagley (Karen) of Hamden, Conn. and Sterling B. Bagley (Yvonne) of North Branford, Conn.; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Those who had the privilege of interacting with Shaniqua know her for having a 100 watt smile that would always warm hearts. The contributions that she made to people’s lives enabled them have confidence and pursue their dreams. She was a well-loved person and a special blessing to all who knew her.

FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS

PLACE OF SERVICE Friendship Christian Church 221 W. Bradley Street Gastonia, N.C. 28052

DATE & TIME: Monday, July 18, 2016 @ 11:30 a.m.

VISITATION The family will receive friends at the church on Monday for thirty minutes prior to funeral (11:30 until 11:00 a.m.)

BURIAL: Hollywood Cemetery Gastonia, N.C. 28054

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My condolences to the entire family. May God comfort and give peace during this difficult time. Love, Yolanda, Bennie Jr., Mary Wilson & the Harris family

Yolanda Harris

Lamar & Family- Words can't describe how sorry I am to hear about the loss of Shaniqua. May god give you strength to get through this tough time. I will continue to pray for the girls. Matthew 5:4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Avonya, Kendrick, & Tyrone Cogdell

Avonya Cogdell

My condolences to my cousins the Bagley family for there heart felt loss. Praying for all.

Lance Barrington

No words can ever express how much pain you have right now, but never forget that God is always there. May not be there physically but God will let you be together by heart and soul. My deepest sympathy, take heart and be strong.

Fra kie White

My condolences to the Bagley family during your time of such devastating loss such beautiful young lady. Gone way to soon love you all Brenda & family

Brenda Avery Rose

Prayers for the Bagley family and all those who loved her as much as we did.God bless...

Michael Batts

Our thoughts and heartfelt prayers go out to you today. We are greatly saddened by Shaniqua's passing and will always remember her love for family and her radiant smile. God's Love embrace you and His Grace cover and support you. We love you always, Aunt Esther Neil, Derek, Cheryl and Family

Aunt Esther Neil, Derek, Cheryl and Family

Family there are no appropriate words to comfort at this time.Turn to The One who can heal your sorrow and restore your joy.Let Him carry you through. Much love to you family, I know Jehovah will see us through.

Chrysta Jones

To the Williams family, we are sorry for your loss. Our continued prayers and love are with you. God will be with you through this time, you are forever in his care. Be Blessed, Wayne & Debbie Tate

Debbie & Wayne Tate