Laila Makaylea Jones

Age 25, of Baldwin, on Sunday, March 1, 2025. Cherished mother of Karter Michael Nasir Bowser. Loving daughter of Jamaica Taylor Johnson and the late Michael David Jones, Jr. Sister of Lexie Jean Sanfilippo and Lukes John Sanfilippo. Granddaughter of Jim and Jan (McWreath) Perry, Robert Johnson, Carol Jones, and the late Michael D. Jones, Sr. Great-granddaughter of the late Jean McWreath and Gloria Perry. Niece of Sheridan (Kim) McWreath, Stacey Schram, and the late Donald McWreath and Sharen Humphreys. Cousin of Grace and Chloe Schram. Laila will be dearly missed by all the members of the Perry family, extended family, and numerous childhood friends. 

Friends received 3-7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10th, at BRUSCO-NAPIER FUNERAL SERVICE, LTD., 2201 Bensonia Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15216. Funeral Service will be held in the funeral home on Wednesday, March 11th at 10 a.m. Burial to follow in South Side Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers the family strongly suggests donations be made to the GoFundMe that has been set up to help cover the funeral costs and future care for her son, Karter. Donate here: Honoring Laila’s Memory and Helping Karter and Family

Laila's family would like to give a special thank you to Christie Ford for taking the lead on the fundraising, and to all of Laila’s friends who have rallied to support her son Karter and the family. Their help made this possible. Much love to everyone involved.

To all who have donated to the GoFundMe and offered your love, prayers, and support, the family extends their deepest gratitude. Your kindness means more than words can express. They are forever grateful to Georgann Danzuso for her compassion, generosity, and heartfelt effort in helping their sweet Laila reach her new home.

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