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This memorial website was created in loving memory of our beloved baby, Santana Dior De Leon who was born on June 10, 2008 to Dexter and Shay De Leon with a surviving sister Ziah De Leon. He sadly passed away on June 21, 2008 and will be greatly missed by family and friends and will forever be the light of our lives....
Shays’ (Santana’s Mother) pregnancy was going ok all up to one day…June 10th 2008, she wasn’t feeling well at all, a lot of back and pelvic pain. Something she never felt with her first born Ziah (Santana’s sister). She knew something was wrong and she immediately told Dexter (Santana’s Father) that she needed to go to the hospital. Shay contacted her mother Renee (Grandma Moore) and informed her that she was leaving to the hospital. Renee agreed to meet them there. Dex called an ambulance for her because at the time they had no form of transportation. They arrived at the hospital and the hospital ran some test and gave Shay the news that no mother to be EVER wants to hear. They informed her that she had a disease called Preeclampsia at five months of pregnancy and by the results that were obtained from her blood work she only had hours to live because the disease was shutting down her liver and other organs.
That morning was becoming the worse day of Shays’ life. She didn’t know what to think or do. The doctors at
Shay couldn’t think straight the doctors told her and Dexter if Santana survived he would be blind, death, and paralyzed. However, there was NO chance that Santana would live according to the doctors. The doctors told Shay and Dexter that if he did survive at the time of birth and he went into stress they did not recommend assisting him on staying alive. But neither Shay nor Dexter wanted to hear this they wanted their son as God was giving him to them. This was too much for Shay so she wanted for Dexter to contact his sister Deedy who had just had a one pound baby boy due to Preeclampsia and survived. She wanted her input on it before she made any decisions. Deedy immediately drove to the hospital. Shay told Deedy how she felt and asked for some advice of what she thought she should do. Deedy expressed to her that she understood her pain and that she knew it was a tough decision and that she too had to make that same decision a couple of months before then. But Deedy also expressed to Shay that her Preeclampsia was not as severe as hers. And that she had gotten three weeks to make up her mind but in Shay’s case she only an hour. That was all the time the doctors had given Shay to make up her mind - one hour. Deedy along with Grandma Renee told Shay that they knew she was hurting as a mother because EVERY mother wants what is best for their child and that Santana was just as important, but at the same time Ziah also needed her mother alive. So at that very moment Shay and Dexter had to make the biggest decision of their lives and they went ahead with the c-section under the conditions that every doctor in the operating room knew that as soon as Santana came into this world they were to do EVERYTHING it took for him to survive, that was the end of the conversation….Shay was wheeled into the cold and lonely operating room and nobody could go in with her. Shay left scared not knowing if she would get to see the world again or even if she would awaken to the news that her son had passed. Dexter remained in the waiting room wondering if he would ever see his wife alive again or even if he would get to tell his first born son how much he loved him before he passed. Grandma Renee was left behind with the thought of loosing her daughter…would she ever hold her again? Or even be able to console her daughter because of the loss of her child? And Deedy was left behind with the thought of “Did I encourage her to make the right decision?” All that was left in the waiting room besides hearts beating rapidly was thoughts….prayers…..tears and hope!
Santana Dior De Leon was born at 3:04 p.m. on June 10, 2008 at 10oz. Yes….he was born alive! After Shay had awaken from her c-section a doctor held Shays hand and told her that they had been “WRONG”. Her son was alive and not only was he alive he was not showing any signs of stress what so ever. The doctors came out and gave Dexter, Renee and Untie Deedy the news that they had a 10oz little boy and Shay was out of danger, her vital stats had immediately turned around and that she was looking better. This became the highlight of the day they couldn’t believe it. They waited patiently until they were allowed to visit Shay in her room. The doctors spoke with all of them and told them that even though Santana was born alive they wouldn’t give more than 48hrs before he would pass. This immediately saddened them but they felt they had 48hrs to spoil him with all the love God could give a human.
The next day everyone visited little Santana at the hospital they told him how much they loved him and that he was forever in their hearts. Doctors from all over the hospital were visiting his crib side. They couldn’t believe their eyes it was
The next two days were a battle for Santana his numbers were going up and down but he was still fighting. On Saturday morning June 21st, Shay called Holy Cross to do her routine check on him prior to leaving for the hospital and when she called they informed her that they were trying to contact her at the same time because he was having difficulties with his breathing and they were doing chest compressions. They put her on hold for about ten minutes and when they got back on the phone at 8:30 a.m. they gave her the news no parent should ever hear. Their baby boy Santana had passed. He could not fight his battle anymore his little body was too tired to keep going and he just gave up. He has left behind a mother, father and sister crushed because of his departure. But he has left eleven days of memories that will NEVER be forgotten. We know that Santana fought eleven days for his life for a reason whether it was to change or correct the way we are living, or to give us strength to keep living…. but something is for sure his life was not in vain he was here for a reason!
YOU WILL FOREVER REAMIN IN OUR HEARTS SANTANA,
WE LOVE YOU!!!!
For more information on Preeclampsia please visit the websites listed below. Preeclampsia has claimed the lives of thousands of mothers and three times the amount of babies. Please help raise awareness of this disease so that we can diagnose this disease early on in pregnancy and we can avoid tragedies as the one of our beloved Santana.
http://www.preeclampsia.org/index.asp
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pre-eclampsia
He's got the whole world in His hands,
He's got the whole world in His hands,
He's got the itsy, bitsy baby in His hands,
He's got our Santana in His hands,
He's got the itsy, bitsy baby in His hands,
He's got our Santana in His hands.
He's got the sun and the rain in His hands,
He's got the moon and the stars in His hands,
He's got the wind and the clouds in His hands,
He's got our Santana in His hands.
He's got the rivers and the mountains in His hands,
He's got the oceans and the seas in His hands,
He's got the itsy, bitsy baby in His hands,
He's got our Santana in His hands.
He's got everybody here in His hands,
He's got everybody there in His hands,
He's got everybody everywhere in His hands,
He's got our itsy, bitsy baby Santana in His hands.
Latest Tributes
My One Wish..... - Dear Baby Boy:
I've had to stay away for a while for my own sanity! I feel a void that can never be filled...it has your name SANTANA forever and always!
As I read through your tributes, I'm happy to know how many love you, miss you and wish you were here! Of particular note, your grandfather’s tribute has profoundly touched me. I know the pain and regret that exists in his heart. I know how much he would give to have you here to love, just like all of his grandchildren! He didn't get a chance to meet you - but he miss's you so much little man!
As I write this tribute to you in tears, I think of the moments that lead to your birth and the blessings and lessons you left behind in such a short period of time. Through the love of Jehovah and through you, there exists no malice/judgment in my heart. I think of you every day, and admire your mother for her strength! Your love lives in me like the love for my children, it grows endlessly as time passes. My only wish is that you could feel all of this love!! Because of you, I will live every day of my life loving harder, loving stronger, and appreciating everyone for who they are and what are! I pray that my name makes it to Jehovah's memory book; so I will have the pleasure to see you healthy and as beautiful as Jehovah made you out to be. So that I can hold you and tell how much you inspired the love me!!
I will love you forever and ever Santana...I look forward to seeing you in Paradise!!
Love Always,
Aunt Dee
- from Aunt Dee
Santana's First Ball Game - Hey little guy, just wanted to let you know that I was at a National's game the other day at the new stadium. And I was in the suites at the stadium watching the NY Mets play against the Washington Nationals and guess what both teams had at last 2 or three players with either the first or last name as SANTANA. Boy everytime they called up a player to bat with the name of Santana people would chear but I would YELL. I YELLED and cheared for that person but not because I liked the player because that name will always LIVE ON...I cheared for just you Santana. People were confused as to why I was chearing for somebody on both teams but what they didn't know was that I was chearing for you. The name just eckoed in the entire stadium. It was the best feeling in a long time. Imagine your name being called out among thousands of people in a HUGE stadium, with huge lights and fireworks popping off everytime their was a home run "SANTANA" "SANTANA" "SANTANA". Man...it was great! That was such a good feeling it was the best game I have gone to just for that!!!! Miss you little guy. - from Auntie Dina
Hes my Guardian Angel! - My angel's right beside me,
wherever I may go,
keeping close watch over me,
he's MY SON don't you know.
God took him away from me,
not so long ago,
but he promised he'd never leave me,
dear lord I miss him so.
But I know he's right beside me,
wherever I may go,
for he's my guardian angel,
my love, my life, my soul.
At times when I am feeling sad
and think that no one cares,
I feel the vibrations of your wings
and know that you are here.
I then feel your tender touch
as you enfold me with His Love.
A yearning prayer has come to earth,
sent down from the Father above.
I can never deny your presence.
You fill my heart with song.
All sad thoughts simply disappear,
knowing that I am not alone.
You loan me strength when I give out.
And you raise my courage up.
I can face my troubles head-on
Mortal thanks is not enough.
I will live each day I have
in humbleness and in prayer.
With heartfelt words I'll write
and with all others, share.
It feels like you are always there Santana and it dosent scare me at all!....I turn to you for all my decisions now..My Son is gone but now i have a Guardian Angel to Guide me! I Didnt get the chance to take care of you Papi but now you got the chance to take care of me!
Help me through this Lil Man!
- from Mommy!
My Change of Adress! - Hi Family and Friends,
Its ME..Santana!
Please be advised that I have moved. I received a call the other day from God/Jehovah and he informed me that my new home was completed. I knew that my mansion needed some finishing touches and that The Father/Jehovah had to inspect it and give me the final approval.
On Saturday, June 21, 2008 He let me know that my mansion was finally completed and I could move in right away.
He told me to go ahead and change my address. Let me tell you that my new home is finished and what a sight to behold. It is located on an exclusive estate area behind the pearly gates and surrounded by a beautiful lake, it's beautiful. I couldn't believe it til this moment that now I am also proudly and happily living down the street from many of our family members It is truly an honor to meet Everyone. More than words can ever express. Oh Father what a heavenly and joyous day this truly is. As you know the roads are paved with gold and everyday is Sunday, just like you have been told. The trees of fruit grace my garden here and I can walk and talk with my Master without any worries or cares.
Please My Dear Loved Ones there is no need to cry or be sadden any longer, for I want you to celebrate my homegoing because for me there is now true peace, happiness and joy here, and of course, there is no more pain or heartache, no strife or discontent, only sweet serenity....you don't have to worry about me or any of our other family members ever again. WE are all together just like The Father/Jehovah had planned.
We are all sitting at the Master's bountiful table and listen to a Heavenly choir, which contains some heavy hitters, like Barry White, Luther Vandross Aaliyah, Lisa "Left Eye Lopez, Tupac & Biggie and of course Gerald breaking it down and would you believe Jam Master J is on the wheels of steel, we are jamming and having a good time. And best of all, my Heavenly Father is here in all His glory.
I also have my own designer who has fitted me with my own white robe and my own wings. I could go on and on about my new home but instead I am going to pray that you will get to move here yourself one day.
Before I go let me give you my new address & please pass it on:
Santana Dior De Leon
92868 Heavenly Gateway
God's Town, Heaven 33020-08
P.S.-I don't have a telephone yet either, but you can always call on the Master, for he likes to deliver messages. If you don't know his number, just pick up your Bible and begin to read, for it is listed on every page. Just remember that I am never far away and that I am always with you for I am just a heartbeat away, just look into your hearts and look up to heaven. Please continue to talk to me on my website and take the time and be sure to give me a call for I look forward to hearing from you...smile!
I Love You All With All My Heart!
Always,
Santana
- from From Santana!
Precious "SANTANA" - To Shay,
I know its hard and some times it may seem unbearable but i know you. A women .....very strongwomen thats why Santana was such a fighter......see GOD created us women with a certain strength that no man has and thats why you have to stay so strong. Strong for Ziah and extra strong for Dexter your husband. Shay i remember when i toldu i had recently lost my baby, I was lost thinking did i do something wrong? But the truth is God does everything for a reason. God has a plan for you and a special plan for SANTANA!! so Shay baby keep holding in there and remember GOD only takes the BEST!! I love you hunny and may GOD be with you and your family
SEE YOU WHEN I GET THERE "CHAMP" MUAH
Love Always Tisha and Lil Shayne
- from TISHA & LIL SHAYNE
Latest Memories
Nyia & Kyia - We lit a candle for you Santana Dior De Leon an we just wanted to say we love you forever and always.Shay and Dex we love you guys and if you two need to ever talk to someone we will always be here for you.
Mommy! - the memory of rising up from my operation to the bright shinning light, with Doctors all around me. My vision was still slightly blury. Then i looked to my right and saw the same doctor (Dr.Potts)that told me you had no chance at all! She could tell i was trying to speak but i was still drugged up and couldnt. Instead she spoke for me and she said the words i was so glad to hear and will never forget "We Are Glad to be Wrong, Are you ready to see your baby boy"....Suddenly My vision came back to normal and as crazy as it seems....I keep hopeing that the funeral home or the hospital would call me and say those exact words til this day.... "we are glad to be wrong"....It just dosent seem real
Capre - I remember visiting Santana. On June 12, 2008 Ashley and I went to see Shay and Santana. I still have the maternity badge that they made us wear. As we got closer to room 3209, my heart started beating faster and faster. Aunt Ne-Ne, and grandma and grandpa Moore was there. Grandma was making sure that nurse was taking the upmost care of Shay. Then Shay told the nurse that she was ready to go see the baby. Right then, I wished she was taking her baby home after spending the required 3 days in the post-partum ward. Three at a time we went in. We passed all the NICU babies and stopped in the back at Santana's incubator. I was scared to look, so I leaned inch by inch until I could see him. Yep, he's a fighter...kicking and moving, and there was nothing un-human about him. He was just tiny. Now we know what little face to look for when we all meet again.
Mommy! - The Final memory of my baby boy in a robe,slippers and hat that the Hospital made him :)It was so tiny and it was fitting his little body so perfect! WE got to hold you for the first and last time and it felt so real! It felt like you was still there! :(..........I will never forget!
Nicole Walker - Santana, you are an angel indeed that will always be loved and missed by those who knew you and knew of you. I work with your Mom and was saddend to hear that you left your families side so soon. My prayer is for your mom's strength every day as no words can express the pain a mother feels to have such a loss as great as you. I pray for the comfort of Jesus to be with your mom, dad, big sister and all of your family during this time. You continue to be that Angel that God created you to be and watch over your family.