Aaliyah Mercy Jimenez, 6 months, of Rochester, MN died Thursday, March 15, 2018 at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester.
Aaliyah was born August 23, 2017 in Rochester, Minnesota. She was the best cuddler and loved being held by her family. She was a miracle. Aaliyah was loved by everyone who met her.
She is survived by her loving parents, John and Erin (Streyle) Jimenez of Rochester; siblings, Josephine, Ryder and Naomi Jimenez; grandparents; Ronald and Betsy Streyle of Rochester, Ernestino and Evangeline Jimenez of Norton, MA; aunts and uncles, Sarah Streyle and John Bartucz of Rochester, Matthew Streyle of Rochester and Jairah and Alex Zinni of Mansfield, MA; great great aunt, Rose Hoff; honorary brother, Dominick Stebbins; Siewert family; many extended family.
A funeral service will be held 1:00 PM Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at Rochester Assembly, 4240 18th Avenue NW, Rochester, MN 55901 with Reverend Chris Persons officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will follow at Oakwood East Cemetery in Rochester.
To celebrate her life and the beauty she brought into the world the family requests to wear brightly colored clothing for her service.
In memory of Aaliyah memorials may be given to Trappist Caskets child casket fund or Minnesota's Foster Care Closet. Please visit www.aaliyahjimenez.com for donation information and pictures.
Arrangements are with Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Home 5421 Royal Place NW Rochester, MN 55901. To share a special memory or condolence, please visit www.ranfranzandvinefh.com.
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Patsy and Donald Langdon wrote on Mar 19, 2018:
"Erin and John, thank you so much for sharing Aaliyah's story with us. Donald and I can only imagine how much love she felt from your friends and family as you cared for her, loved her, and shared her with so many. I'm sure God looked down and thought "well done, good and faithful servants". Even though we won't be there in person for her service, please know she's touched our hearts and we appreciate your sharing her brief life with us.
Hugs and kisses to your entire family, Patsy & Donald Langdon"
Dennis Lawler wrote on Mar 18, 2018:
"Hello John and Erin,
I am very sorry for the loss of your beautiful, precious daughter, Aaliyah Mercy. May you find peace in this difficult time.
Dennis Lawler"