Shaneka Nicole "Nikki" Ford

Shaneka was born in Tyler, Texas to Melvin and Patricia Ford on July 26, 1971. She united with the St. Violet Baptist Church at an early age and was a faithful member. She began her career as a CNA @ ETMC then returned to school to pursue an education as a Nurse. She was employed by ETMC-Tyler and worked on the Neuro floor until she was promoted to case management. Sheneka went home to be with The Lord on Saturday evening, October 26, 2013. She was preceded in death by her paternal and maternal grandparents, and one sister, Deidra Michelle Ford. She leaves to cherish her memories, her loving parents, Melvin and Patricia Ford of Tyler, TX; three children, Jarrione Tremone Ford, Ariane Simone Ford and Amorrian Dre'Un Ford all of Tyler, two brothers, T'Corian D. Ford, of New York, NY,Jamell L. Ford (Raven) of Tyler, one sister, Netta Shackelford of Tyler, three grandchildren, Jamarrion, Blake, and Natalie Ford all of Tyler. 10 aunts, 5 uncles, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Four special friends, Victor Washington, LaTanya Warren, Michelle Banion, and Jennifer Green.