Makiah was a beautiful and smart 3 year old girl, who greatly impacted the lives of so many. She continuously fought for her life for 10 1/2 long months before she passed away on Tuesday May 5, 2009. May of 2007, Makiah was diagnosed with Dilated Cardiomyopathy, which is a condition in which the heart becomes weakened and enlarged, and cannot pump blood efficiently. The decreased heart function can affect the lungs, liver, and other body systems. June 24, 2008 Makiah was taken to the Cardiologist for a regular check up and tests showed that her heart function appeared worse; she was admitted into the hospital. While in the hospital, she was given the name “Princess Makiah”, and she indeed was one little Princess. She loved being pampered; getting her nails polished & hair done by the nurses. She also loved showing them off to everyone who entered her room just as much. Before Makiah was admitted to the hospital, her Aunts called her “Ms. Walk Alot” because, she would walk around the house all day long. Makiah was loved by so many; hospital staff would stop in her room just to say hello or to admire her long and curly eyelashes. Makiah was a ray of sunshine in our lives and will be missed by many.
