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When the big event rolled around, it was captured on video, with interviews from some of the attendees, including the groom, DJ.
“I thought she was the most beautiful person I ever saw. Ever since I loved her,” DJ said.
Alina, meanwhile, was full of praise for her daughter’s sweet, young boyfriend. She wrote an emotional post on Facebook that read:
“DJ has been Emma’s “Boo bear” since 3rd grade, and let me tell you, seeing these babies together will melt your heart. DJ protects her and helps her, and makes her heart soar. She loves him. And I know he loves her too! He has stood beside her through all her ups and downs and kept her smiling the whole time. DJ will forever be family.”
It was on June 29 that Emma’s big day became a reality, with Emma arriving at the venue in a wheelchair pushed by her parents. She donned a beautiful purple dress for the occasion, and beamed as her father escorted her down the aisle.
Emma and DJ exchanged rings and vows, with DJ giving his bride a kiss to complete the ceremony.
Following the wedding, Emma retured to her bed to rest, but her happiness at experiencing her special day was evident to all.
A few weeks later, on July 11, 2023 little Emma passed away after her battle.
Emma’s obituary read: “Emma Brooks Edwards entered heaven and into the loving arms of her Great-grandma Frannie Annie on July 11, 2023, surrounded by those that love her most. Emma was 10 years old and battled “The imposter”, Leukemia, for 16 mos. Emma, our little unicorn, was born April 22, 2013, to adoring parents and three older siblings, completing the Edwards family. She loved arts and crafts, practical jokes, her family and friends, Jesus, and her newlywed “husband,” DJ. Emma was a light to all who loved her and an inspiration to all she met. She was absolutely the best daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece, cousin, aunt, “wife,” lol, and friend. Her legacy is one of strength, humor, and limitless love for all people.”
Rest in peace, Emma. Such a beautiful young girl taken far too soon.
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