“I did not see you close your eyes or hear your last sigh. I only heard that you were gone, too late to say goodbye.
Life story
Kayla Cleveland, of Mansfield, passed away Sunday, July 31, 2022, at the age of 32. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Judd and Lucille Cleveland.
Survivors include her daughters, Annslee Holloway, Belle Jervis; son, Bryce Manville; parents, Wes and Angie Cleveland; maternal grandmother, Linda Hammonds; maternal grandfather, Jerry Wilson (Maria); sisters, Brittany Lawrence (Bryan), Amber Walton (Scott); as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Kayla grew up in Newton County, GA. During her youth, she attended Shiloh Baptist Church in Newborn, GA. There, she was involved in church, youth group, and participated in mission outreach events. In 2007, Kayla graduated from Faith Academy of Loganville, GA. With over 10 collective years of experience in Finance, Kayla was most currently employed by Lendmark Financial Services.
Kayla’s smile, beauty, personality, intellect, presence, strength and love was abundant. Her children were her life, motivation and inspiration. Annslee, her best friend. Bryce, her protector. Belle, her mini me. Kayla adored her father and looked to him as a role model. She set expectations of how she should be valued in relationships by the example he led. Kayla cherished her mother. She was her closest confidant and comforter. She shared a sense of humor, loyalty, accountability, respect and trust with her sisters, Amber and Brittany. There was a special closeness she had with her family and friends. They were all each other’s strength. Her love for those close to her was immeasurable. Kayla could often be found at the Jasper County Recreation Center supporting her son and other teammates during baseball and football season. Football season was an especially exciting time for Kayla, as her favorite collegiate team was the Georgia Bulldogs. Go Dawgs! An opportunity to support community fundraising events, especially for children in need, she’d never turn down. She continuously gave to others and in doing so, she’d give with the most genuine intentions. It was important to Kayla that she make life special to live. Kayla had a passion for living life to the fullest and one of her favorite past times was riding the RZR. When in town or out of town, she would always express such excitement and a sense of freedom while riding trails and dirt roads. Kayla also had an appreciation for and connection with nature and enjoyed shooting her bow and bow hunting. Listening to music, singing, and dancing was something she found to be fun and most memorable when shared with others. Kayla found joy in celebrating her accomplishments and those she cared for and loved. She was an outstanding cook and had an impeccable sense of fashion, and an eye for decorating. Kayla was a valued employee and colleague. She loved her job and was committed to advancing in her career. Her devotion to her life, her family, friends, community, and work was truly exceptional and admirable.
There’s 21 more days into i turn 17 and all i can think about is you not being there to wake me up ready to party. i miss you so much and love you more than anyone will ever understand. still to this day 2 years later this doesn’t feel right nor real. i would give anything to have you back. yesterday was halloween and that didn’t feel normal at all i hate celebrating holidays or birthdays because it never feels the same without your laugh and smile in the room.I miss you so much and wish things were different i love you mama fly high🩵
Happy birthday to my beautiful Angel Kayla Marie Cleveland. Today marks two years of celebrating your birthday without you. Two years ago had only we known that you would be forever 32, and it would be the last time we would ever get to see you. It’s not fair and I still struggle with that everyday. You were not just my sister you were my best friend. The one I could always count on when I needed someone to talk to you were always there. I hate knowing that your babies had the best mother a kid could ask for but yet now they have to go through life with out you. Your nieces and nephews miss you so much also, they will never forget their aunt Kay Kay❤️. It’s hard for them to understand but one thing they do know is how much you loved them. I ask god why everyday and I know that’s something we will never know or something we will never understand. I miss you so much, I miss your voice, Random texts through out the day, I miss your smile. It’s not goodbye forever, it’s until I see you again. We love you and will keep your memory alive hope you have the best 34th birthday in Heaven.
Today was the 2nd day without you here with me on Mother’s Day and without seeing your babies .. we miss you so much & just know momma will always bring you flowers & presents and keep your memory alive .. Me & Ann’s seen what you did and know it was you this morning .. thank you babygirl I so needed that ..love you to heaven and back 😇🌸🌹❤️