Little Miss Ja’layah N. Whitsett, age 14, of Panama City, Florida, transitioned from life temporal to life eternal on May 26, 2026, in HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital in Panama City, Florida.
To know her was to love her.
The Celebration of Life service will be held on Friday, June 5, 2026, at 11:00 AM from the sanctuary of Antioch Temple Church of God in Christ, located at 3501 East 2nd Street in Panama City, Florida 32401 where Elder Janeiro Johnson is the pastor.
Little Miss Ja’layah N. Whitsett will lie in state at the church from 10:00 AM until time for the service.
Interment will follow the service.
A viewing will be held on Thursday, June 4, 2026, from 6 PM to 8 PM at Vann Funeral Home.
She leaves to cherish her memories, a loving and devoted family and countless friends/acquaintances.
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There are no words that can truly ease the pain of losing a child. Please know that my heart is with your family during this unimaginable time. Your daughter was deeply loved and will always be remembered for the light she brought into the lives of those around her.
Praying for strength, comfort, and peace to surround you all in the days ahead. May the love and support of family and friends help carry you through this difficult journey. Sending my deepest condolences and all my love.
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My heart is truly heavy for your loss. I am so deeply sorry for the passing of your beautiful daughter. There are no words that can take away this pain, but I am praying that God surrounds you with His peace that passes all understanding. May He hold you close, strengthen your heart when it feels weak, and carry you through each moment ahead. I pray you feel His presence in the quiet, in the tears, and in the memories you will forever treasure. Your daughter's light will never be forgotten. With deepest sympathy and continued prayers for you and your family. 🙏🏽💜 🦋🕊️
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