Kayley DeFrees, beloved daughter, was called home by Jesus on Thursday, January 28, 2016. She entered this world on November 24, 2015 in Albuquerque, NM, born to Reece and Melissa DeFrees.
She is survived by her parents and two brothers, Klayton and Karter.
Kayley struggled mightily with congenital heart disease, ultimately succumbing to a stroke from surgical complications. Her brief life was a blessing to her family and the world, and she passed peacefully at home.
A visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. followed by a Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, February 5, 2016 at Springfield Southern Baptist Church, 225 N. Grand Ave. East.
Burial will take place at Roselawn Memorial Park, Springfield, IL.
In lieu of flowers, family requests memorial contributions be made in Kayley’s name to Wells Fargo Bank.
Date: Friday, February 5, 2016
Time: 09:00 am - 11:00 am
Springfield Southern Baptist Church
Date: Friday, February 5, 2016
Time: 11:00 am
Springfield Southern Baptist Church
In lieu of flowers, family requests memorial contributions be made in Kayley’s name to Wells Fargo Bank.
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Meghan Lyman posted on 2/5/16
Sweet Baby Kayley your time on earth was so short yet you touched so many lives! You'll always have a special place in the hearts of many.