Nikyra Cheyenne Dedeaux born on June 13,2006, passed away on January 1, 2025, at the young age of 18. A lifelong resident of the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Nikyra was a shining light to all who knew her. She was baptized in the Baptist faith and exemplified love and kindness in every aspect of her life.

Nikyra was a proud graduate of Harrison Central High School, where her academic excellence earned her a place on the honor roll throughout her high school years. Beyond her achievements, she was a social butterfly who loved traveling, spending time with friends, and making people smile. Her cheerful, giving spirit and outgoing personality left an indelible mark on everyone she met.

Nikyra was preceded in death by her grandfathers; Eddie Smith Jr. and Eugene Christy, who now welcome her with open arms.

She is survived by her loving parents, Nicholas R. Dedeaux and Melissa Smith Dedeaux; her maternal grandmother, Jennifer Grace Smith; her paternal grandmother, Pauline Christy; and her maternal great-grandmother, Bobbie Jean Williams. She will forever be cherished by her four sisters; Shaniya Smith, Kearston Dedeaux, Madison Dedeaux, and Autumn Dedeaux, as well as her two brothers; Cortez (Michelle)Pharr and Zechariah Boykin-Dedeaux; her aunts, Crystal Cooper, Camero (Dave) Mashburn, Denise (Jim) Jones; her uncles, Cabrandy Grace, Maurice (Ariel) Smith, Christopher Carriere, and her favorite cousin/sister Aamori Smith.

Nikyra will be remembered as a happy, loving, and friendly young woman whose warmth and joy touched countless lives. Her memory will live on in the hearts of her family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing her.