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Alexis was born on June 24, 1999. She was diagnosed with stage 3 Wilms Tumor. She passed away August 30 2003. Alexis was are very bright, beautiful and loving daughter. She loved going to the desert and riding with her dad on his motorcycle and the Broadway show "CATS" she knew every song on the soundtrack and delighted all when she sang the words for all of us...over and over again ;-)  She loved to be with her family and watching Disney movies. Alexis is one of God's Littlest Angels.
 
Written by Bridget Salas, Alexis's Mother
07/09

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