Marquise Alexander Floyd
Obituary
Senior Airman Marquise Alexander Floyd was born on July 19, 2004 in Augusta, GA to Chesee Mitchell and Alexander Rodriguez Floyd.
As a young boy, Marquise was always very ambitious. Everything he did he did it with pride and always strived for excellence. He was self-motivated, always challenging himself and others; constantly learning new things.
He was a graduate of Hart County High School. He finished his courses almost two years early, entering dual enrollment in the 10th grade. He graduated with honors with his class in 2022. Marquise had a passion and accepted his call to duty to serve in United States Air Force in 2023. He graduated basic training on March 1, 2023 at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas. He was an E-4 Senior Airman in the United States Air Force. Marquise enjoyed arts and crafts, playing video games, rock climbing, and going to the gym. He also enjoyed wrestling with his brothers and making fun Tik-Toks with his best friend, Haley, in his free time. He was a wonderful brother and mentor to his siblings and a loving uncle to all his nieces and nephews.
Marquise was preceeded in death by his grandmothers, the late Stella Blockett (Peebe) and Carrie Lou Anthony (Muda).
Marquise leaves behind to cherish his memory: his mother, Chesee ( David) Mitchell; father, Alexander (Alisha J. ) Floyd; his siblings, Shawn Grimes, Chrishawn Grimes, Tyrell Floyd, Iyanna Mitchell, Kerri Mitchell, Cassidy Mitchell, Deandre Brown, Alexander Coleman, Alexyia Spann. Anthony Walker, Antonio Walker, Alaya Johnson, and Steven Luke; his loving and devoted aunties, Audrey F. (James) Sutton, Jeanette Walker, Julia Sharpton, Tammi Burns, Bridget Wells; uncle, James Anthony; grandfather, Clarence Blockett; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends.
Order of Service
Prophetess Tiana Brice, Officiating
Prelude
Processional and Viewing of Loved One ...................................................Clergy and Family
Prayer of Comfort ................................................................................Brother Reggie Johnson
Old/New Testament.............................................................................. Prophetess Tiana Brice
Tributes
Poem ......................................................................................................................Iyanna Mitchell
Poem ....................................................................................................................... Audrey Sutton
Remarks (3 minutes please)..............................................................................................Military Friends Family
Song Reverend Dr. Tyrus Tillman
Eulogy Apostle Sharon B. Barber
The Interment Service
Walker Memorial Park 620 Laney Walker Blvd Augusta, GA 30901
Military Honors United Stated Air Force Honor Guard
The Committal.................................................................................... Apostle Sharon B. Barber
Closing Prayer....................................................................................................... Apostle Barber
The Benediction ................................................................................................... Apostle Barber
Final Announcement ...................................................................Williams Funeral Home Staff
Poem In Memory
Reading by Iyanna Mitchell
My heart has been left broken Since the day you had to go And the memories I treasure dearly Are in the tears that still flow You're in my thoughts everyday And that's how it will always be For you may be up in Heaven now But you'll always be with me If only I could have the chance To see your face once more Or to hear your voice one final time Just like it was before I thought of you with love today, but that is nothing new. I thought about you yesterday and days before that, too. I think of you in silence, I often speak your name, All I have are memories and your picture in a frame. Your memory is my keepsake, with which I'll never part. God has you in his keeping, I have you in my heart. Our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again.
“And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.”
Revelation 21:4
Letters from Parents
Marqy-Marq,
No amount of time could have prepared me for this. We had plans and I thought we had at least my life time to do all the things we talked about. Now that you’re gone, I don’t know how or where to start but I won’t change the plan and I won’t let you down. Only you and I know the conversation we had and I will make good on the things you asked me to do for myself.
You were well beyond your years and I will forever honor your advice. We watched you grow into a handsome, smart young man in your short years with us. There is nothing you didn’t do to make us proud and we will forever treasure the time we got to spend with you. I’m missing our daily conversations. I keep looking down for my phone to ring. Baby, I’m going to miss you so much, my heart is torn in two, for the other half is with you. Hold on to it, my love. We will be together again, I promise you! May God rest your soul. You are at peace now, my love. I will love and miss you always and forever,
Your Mom
Marq,
I’m still in disbelief that you’re gone. I find myself trapped in a daze trying to process what went wrong. I constantly think if somehow I could have prevented this pain I’m enduring. Laughing and smiling around family and friends trying to keep the pain from resurfacing. Holding in my tears and pain until I can find me some time alone to release my hurt and pain. God knows it’s hard thinking back now realizing Christmas would be my last time seeing you. That Friday, January 3rd, being my last time hearing your voice when I called you to see if and make sure you made it back to Virginia, your home, safely.
This pain will never go away. You were and will always be loved by me and forever embedded in my heart and soul for life. I’m so proud and blessed to have had you as my son and to have been a part of your life.
I Love you Always,
Your Dad
Isaiah 41:10
Letters from Loved Ones
You were my one sibling I just knew that would’ve made it to the upper-echelons of life. Every time we spoke u motivated me to want better for myself in life. WHOOO’s gonna call me when I need that motivation to up my standards because you where out there getting to it my overachieving brother? My person that I love talking trash with about who got the best gifts during the holidays now… my baby brother, my Marquise, the bougie, siddity brother, really spicy; yeah, he a li’l mean at times... here ‘n there, but I felt the love, the bond! You didn’t give me enough time, Marquise. Going to college, joining the military…. You were going places; very far you snatched a fragment from this home. I’m a cry for u when you’re on my mind. I scream to the clouds that u found the warm embrace of Stella where you are. Now I’m lost for words. My heart is in pain, my breath is heavy, I feel sick. Wishing that this was a cold prank you were playing. I’m headed home to moms and the rest of the family. So glad I got a chance to tell you “I love u” last time we spoke when u made it home.
Love always, Shawn
Marquise, you were a role model to me... I never got the chance to tell you this face to face but you were … We, as black people, live life in competition and that’s our down fall. You should always take time to understand that people go through tragic experiences in life at all times … whether you’re happy & in health or sad & feel like there’s nothing left, we’re all human and go through life changing experiences that could possibly make you feel that there’s no one there you can call on to plea for help. You see one thing about Marq, he loved everyone on this earth just like his Grandma Stella. No matter what the case was, he didn’t let anyone forget that he loved Stella. He walked in her footsteps and grew to be just like her. I’m so sorry that I missed that side of him and I’m even more sad that I didn’t understand the pain that he was going through by loosing her! No one is perfect but he was that to me and this is how fast God woke me back up to reality to understand that you should always take the time out to check on each other as well as possible no matter the circumstances. I wish I could have said this face-to-face. I’ll never meet another man like you and appreciate you for being the greatest person I have ever met. May you rest in peace!!!
Your loving brother, Chrishawn
Dear Brother,
If I could give you one thing in life, it will be for you to see yourself in my eyes. I wish I would’ve hugged you tighter the last time I saw you. The day you left earth, is the day where a part of my heart was broken. I wish you would have told me how you felt instead of leaving me forever. You don’t know how bad you hurt me with this but I know you’re in a better place and free of any type of pain. You watched me grow up and I really want to thank you for being a big part of my life. It hurts me because our last few memories we have together is all I will have forever. You won’t be here to see me graduate high school and college. You won’t be able to see me walk down the aisle, and it hurts my soul every time I think of you. All I have left of you is memories and I will cherish them for the rest of my life. For your legacy, I will succeed In life and always look to the sky and just thank you. I know you believe in me, and I know you watching me from above. I love and miss you so much. We all do. Also, say “Hey!” to Grandma Stella for me.
Love, Your Sissy, Lexi
Marq, I'm sorry we didn't play all the games you wanted to play on Christmas. We thought there was always next year but now you're in a better place. I’m sorry for all the times I was mean or yelled at you. I thought there was always time to make it up to you. I wanna be just like you when I grow up but nobody is better than the original. See you at the finish line.
Love your baby sister, Cassidy
Marquise I will always remember you. I was proud of you cousin. I hope you find happiness in heaven, little cousin. Much love.
Rest in peace, Tyron
Letters from Loved Ones
When I first heard you were gone, I was overly shocked. I felt helpless and didn’t want it to be real. Although I have accepted it, at first I had so many questions but I did a lot a praying and tried not to question God and trust in his plan. I was sorta angry because life is already hard and this made me feel a pain no one had ever made me feel. The type where you can’t even cry because all you feel is lost in time and afraid to sleep alone maybe because you’re afraid of being all alone. I couldn’t sleep I couldn’t help but wonder why would you would want to leave us but I’ve accepted it now. This will always hurt because we love you and can’t imagine life without you. I hate that we failed you although I wish I would’ve had more time to bond with you. I’m going to be ok for you. I hoped you’d teach me to drive and much more, I remember just yesterday I was playing superpower games with you and Kerri. I won’t drown in my regret but apologize and pray you’re happy with your decision and that God opens his gates welcomely. I’m sad and highly upset that I will never be able to see you grow older. I knew you were going to be special in life. So now I’m making a promise to make you proud. I hate that you felt like you couldn’t talk to us. I would do and give anything to bring you back but I know this choice is not reservable so I won’t dwell on that part because I understand your not coming back. Big brother, we’ll be back together in heaven. I hate I have to wait but life is never fair, clearly! I will always miss you and I feel like I’m strong enough to keep you close to my heart and push through this hard time. Everything I will do and become in life will be for you because I know you always wanted the family to prosper together. I’m going to try hard in life and do my best to make you proud. I love you, Always.
Your sister, Iyanna
The bond we shared as family will always remain strong. Although our chain has been broken, your love will always remain in my heart. I never actually thought I would lose a brother, and it hurts more to the fact of how you left us. I hope you know you didn’t deserve it even if you thought you did. It also hurts to the fact that when people ask how many siblings do I have should I say 7? But now, there’s only 6. You were my world and my inspiration. You let me know that I could accomplish great things in life and I know that you wouldn’t want us to mope around but losing you is the worst thing that could ever happened to me. You will forever stay in my heart and memory and I hope you know, I LOVE YOU SO, SO MUCH! and I am sorry we couldn’t save you. I’m sorry because it always came to me that you were hurting and for you to come here and make all of us happy before you left shows how much of a great person you are. I miss you and I wish things were different. I know things happen for a reason but why did it have to be this? I hope you’re living in peace in God‘s arms. In another life, things could be different. I’ll text this number no matter if it doesn’t go through or if you don’t respond, just to let you know that I’m still thinking about you. Just know that I love you!
Love your favorite sister, Keri
Marquise, I never in a million years thought I would be writing this. You took a piece of my heart with you that day. However, I know now you are at peace. It’s a very bitter sweet feeling. I take comfort in knowing the battles you faced the things you were struggling with no longer weigh heavy on your heart. It brings me peace to know you are now in the loving arms of your grandmas. Don’t worry about your mom, your sisters and brothers. I promise I got them. I will always cherish the conversations we’ve had and I’m so glad I was able to let you know how much you meant to me on our last conversation. I love you so much. I will always hold on to the memories of watching you grow into the bright, intelligent, ambitious young man you grew up to be. I will miss you more than words can ever describe. I will miss our petty back and fourth arguments and you refusing to allow me to get the last word, so they would go on forever and forever. I will miss you sending us pictures of meals you cooked. You still owe us that cheesecake, so when it’s my turn to join you, you better have it ready! I know technically I’m only the godmother to your sisters but you were my godson/little brother, too and nothing and nobody will take away the love and bond we’ve built. Love you, love you love you! Take your rest now, and leave the worries of the world behind you.
Love, Tyreshia
The bond we shared as family will always remain strong. Although our chain has been broken, your love will always remain in my heart.
I love you, Cousin Scoot
Letters from Loved Ones
Son, I'm definitely shook. You were always so full of surprises, yet this one here definitely took the cake. I remember when I met you for the very first time. I knew that you were special and truly destined for success because you had a heart filled with love. You would run to the car when we picked you and Tyrell up with your li’l bag of snacks and open it saying, "Look what I brought us, Dabe! You want some more chips? Me: I'm good, Marq. You: Soda? Me: I’m good, son. You: Grandma got some popsicles, you want some? Me: Sure, Marq! Just a loving soul with a heart of gold that can never be replaced or compared too. I was blessed to be able to come into y'all's life and help raise you. I wasn't there every second but y’all knew I was only a phone call away. I miss you son. It's hard knowing that I'll never see you again here on this earth, yet I know that you've been set free and you've made it home to the Land of Love with your grandmas! I know they greeted you with open arms when they saw you coming. All grown and manly now, yet still their baby. You left us wayyyyy to soon but just know that you inspired us and made us ALL PROUD. Can't wait to see you up there son. Don't let the barber up there push your hairline back cause I’m not there to fix it right now. But when I get there, I got you son! Thoughts of you will forever remain with me and my unconditional love for you shall forever remain in me. You're the real MVP in this li’l family and we're gonna forever honor your name, Sr. Airman! Continue to look down on us and guide our thoughts and steps in the right direction. If you see something wrong or one of us going astray, speak to us, so that we may get ourselves back on the right path. Thank you for being you. Thank you for striving and aiming to be GREAT! For in my eyes, you were just that! I'll forever love you, Always, Dabe!
I want you to know that I loved you so much. I’ve enjoyed watching you grow from the theater kid in 2019 where we first met and became inseparable ever since. Within the 7 years of being your best friend by your side, you have made me so proud. I’m so proud of you and the goals you have accomplished within those years. You brought light to my day. You made me laugh when I didn’t feel like smiling. Your laughter was contagious and I’ll never forget the sound of your laugh or the sound of your voice. I will hold our memories close to me and just know you hold a special place in my heart always. There will never be a day I don’t think about you or see something that reminds me of you. Goodbyes are not forever or the end, this means I’ll miss you until we meet again. Love always and forever, Your best friend, Haley!
Marquise, I loved the baby that you were. I loved the child that you grew into, and I love the man that you became. Just know my love for you will forever be eternally love you nephew for infinity forever and always, Auntie Bridget
Dear Son,
It feels so strange to be writing this, knowing you can't read it, but I just wanted to tell you how much I loved having you in my life. Even though we met in your pre-teen years, you became such a cherished part of our family, and I always considered you my son. Your uplifting smile and positive energy always lit up a room when you entered in. I always admired the maturity you always had at such a young age. The dedicated time and attention you gave my children overfilled my heart. They always loved playing with you and spending time with you when you would visit. You all loved each other dearly and there was no doubt you all were siblings. We are all heart broken with you leaving us and a feeling of pain that will never end. You were someone I always admired. Your level of intelligence was truly remarkable. I will miss those quiz nights over the phone with you. I will miss having the conversations about your trainings on base and interrupting your video game time. I wish we had more time together, and I'm so sorry that things ended the way they did. I'll always carry the memories of our laughter, our conversations, and the love we shared in my heart. I will always be proud of all your accomplishments that you achieved in such a short lifespan. I know you're in a better place now, but I still miss you terribly.
With love always, Alisha
A heart full of LOVE!
We LOVE YOU MARQUISE!
The family of Senior Airman Marquise Alexander Floyd wishes to thank our family and friends for the flowers, cards, food and all acts of kindness we received during our bereavement. Words cannot express our sincere thanks and appreciation. May God continue to bless you and we ask that you keep our family in your prayers!
The Floyd Family & The Mitchell Family
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