Obituary for Jamika Ann Tashawna Summerville
Jamika Ann Tashawna Summerville was born on Sunday, March 2, 1997, at The Ohio State University Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. She was a student at Highland Elementary School, Westmore Middle School, and a proud graduate of West High School, Class of 2015.
Jamika furthered her education at Hocking Hills College, majoring in Business. At the age of 20, Jamika returned to Highland Elementary School as a Teacher’s Aid, employed with Columbus City Schools. In addition, she also pursued a modeling career.
Jamika wasn’t just a pretty, petite fashionista, with a glowing smile and dimples to dream of, she was kind-hearted and a major people person. Her dominant personality and strong mind naturally led her to become an entrepreneur.
Jamika defined BOSS. She served as a superhero to everybody that personally knew her because she didn’t just try to be there, she was there for everyone in her life. She was an advisor, a shoulder to lean on, a needed ride . . . YOU NAME IT, JAMIKA MADE A WAY. Jamika loved to travel and have fun, especially with family. Jamika’s contagious smile, charm, and unforgettable personality will live on. Jamika will be immensely missed by family, friends, and her students.
GONE TOO SOON. Our beloved Jamika Ann Summerville entered eternal rest on Saturday, January 21, 2023. She was 25 years of age. Jamika was preceded in death by her daughter, Jaleeyah Summerville; grandmother, Daryl Bryant; great grandmothers, Lula Mae Summerville and Velvarie Mathews-Cunningham; and stepbrother, Harry Lathon Jr. Jamika leaves to cherish her memory her mother, Tamika (Harry Lathon) Summerville; stepfather, Robert J. Westmoreland; siblings, Anthony Westmoreland, Lamika Westmoreland, Shamika Lathon, Mymika Lathon, and Trent Lore; grandparents, Fabian Summerville and Terri Cunningham; godmother, Bennika Mitchell; a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other family members, students, and dear friend.
Jamika furthered her education at Hocking Hills College, majoring in Business. At the age of 20, Jamika returned to Highland Elementary School as a Teacher’s Aid, employed with Columbus City Schools. In addition, she also pursued a modeling career.
Jamika wasn’t just a pretty, petite fashionista, with a glowing smile and dimples to dream of, she was kind-hearted and a major people person. Her dominant personality and strong mind naturally led her to become an entrepreneur.
Jamika defined BOSS. She served as a superhero to everybody that personally knew her because she didn’t just try to be there, she was there for everyone in her life. She was an advisor, a shoulder to lean on, a needed ride . . . YOU NAME IT, JAMIKA MADE A WAY. Jamika loved to travel and have fun, especially with family. Jamika’s contagious smile, charm, and unforgettable personality will live on. Jamika will be immensely missed by family, friends, and her students.
GONE TOO SOON. Our beloved Jamika Ann Summerville entered eternal rest on Saturday, January 21, 2023. She was 25 years of age. Jamika was preceded in death by her daughter, Jaleeyah Summerville; grandmother, Daryl Bryant; great grandmothers, Lula Mae Summerville and Velvarie Mathews-Cunningham; and stepbrother, Harry Lathon Jr. Jamika leaves to cherish her memory her mother, Tamika (Harry Lathon) Summerville; stepfather, Robert J. Westmoreland; siblings, Anthony Westmoreland, Lamika Westmoreland, Shamika Lathon, Mymika Lathon, and Trent Lore; grandparents, Fabian Summerville and Terri Cunningham; godmother, Bennika Mitchell; a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other family members, students, and dear friend.