Grand Rapids, Michigan, is reeling with sorrow after the unexpected loss of Dezarae “Dezi” Wilks, who passed away Saturday morning, November 15, 2025. Widely cherished in her community, she leaves behind seven children and a legacy defined by kindness, selflessness, and unshakable love.
Dezi was more than just a devoted mom—she was her children’s anchor. As a single mother of seven, she carried the weight of responsibility with remarkable courage and grace. Those who knew her say her children were her greatest source of joy and her deepest motivation; she devoted herself to making sure their lives were full of love, stability, and hope.
Friends and family describe her as a bright light in every room she entered: someone with a generous spirit, an open heart, and a knack for making anyone feel seen and valued. Whether it was checking in with a friend, offering a comforting word, or sharing a laugh, Dezi had an instinctive way of reaching out. “She made time for you,” they say, “no matter how busy she was.”
In the wake of her sudden death, her family is now facing the difficult task of arranging her funeral. To ease the financial burden, a GoFundMe has been launched to support her final arrangements and provide for her children. There’s also a Cash App set up under her father’s information — $Larryjlee6868 — to funnel community support directly to those who need it most.
The outpouring of love and tribute has been overwhelming. People have shared heartfelt messages remembering her as a loyal friend, a caring soul, and “the coolest, most caring mother” they’d ever known. One tribute read, “I wish I could have checked on you… I’ll miss you. We shared so many memories, and I’ll never forget you.” It’s clear that Dezi’s impact went far beyond her immediate circle — she lifted up everyone around her.
As the community rallies to support her children, many are also taking a moment to reflect on what made Dezi so special: her laughter, her generosity, and her steady strength. She believed deeply in caring for others, even when she was carrying her own burdens, and she inspired people to do the same.
Her sudden absence has left a void, but her spirit lives on through the seven young lives she shaped. In her memory, Grand Rapids continues to come together — not just in grief, but in love, support, and solidarity.
May Dezarae “Dezi” Wilks rest in peace, and may her family find comfort in the strength of the community she held so dearly.
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