Keilani Azucena

Keilani Ember Azucena was born on April 6, 2009, in Houston, Texas, and was laid to rest on September 22, 2025, at the young age of sixteen. Though her time here was far too short, Keilani touched the lives of everyone who knew her with her radiant spirit, boundless creativity, and deep love for those around her.

Raised in Kingwood, Texas, Keilani grew into a vibrant and adventurous young woman. She was a free spirit who embraced life with an open and fearless heart. She loved spending time outdoors in nature, caring for animals, creating art, and being surrounded by her family and friends. Those closest to her will forever remember her beautiful smile, her laughter, and the way she made every moment brighter.

Keilani was preceded in death by her beloved grandparents, Mary Olivia Harrison, Myrna and Santiago Azucena, her aunt Malessa Harrison, and her brother Maverick Long Dinh.

She leaves behind a family who loved her dearly: her mother, Krystina Dinh, and stepfather, David Dinh; her siblings, Tristan, Skylei, Aleyna, and Ronin; her father, Johaness Azucena, and stepmother, Jessica Azucena; her grandfather, Carlton Harrison, and his wife, Julie; her aunts, Helaina Harrison, BJ Jones and Sheila Ferrer; Her uncle Jay Eric Azucena.

Keilani’s life, though brief, was a gift to all who knew her. She will be remembered for her kindness, her wild and adventurous spirit, and the unconditional love she gave so freely. Her memory will live on in the hearts of her family and friends, and her light will continue to guide them until they are reunited again.

"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.

Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge,

will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing."

— 2 Timothy 4:7–8