February 21, 1966 -January 29, 2001

Story from the Quilt:
LaWanna Benefield Dean was born on February 21, 1966 in Sylacauga, Alabama. The items on the quilt are: Nurse cap- became a pediatric nurse in ER at Children’s Hospital. Crayons- bought with own money for little patients. Music notes- played the piano and sung. Sunflowers, ladybugs and snowmen- favorite things. Kitten- pets, Cloe and Rio. Smile/braces- had a big smile with braces- called her “Silver Smile.” Buttons- most important thing in her life, daughter Lesli, nicknamed Buttons at birth by LaWanna’s grandfather. LaWanna passed away January 29, 2001. She is missed greatly by her family and friends.