Jameya Jill Uhercik, 55, braved 14 rounds of chemotherapy, then decided she had enough of the "weekly poisoning" and hung up her infusion catheter. Exclaiming that funerals were too “obligatory” she spent the remainder of her time visiting/chatting/texting and laughing with friends and family. She said she wanted to enjoy the “memorial gathering part of her death” while she was still alive. (Jameya dictated parts of her own Obituary. For those who knew her, this does not surprise you.) When Jameya did finally start her journey Home, her loved ones were at her bedside, holding her hands. In true Jameya fashion, 30 minutes before her final breath, she woke from sedation with a burst of energy and asked for a brandy. After a few last loving words (and sips of brandy), she waived at her two nieces and said ‘Love you, bye, bye’. A short time later, at 11:32 pm Sept 13th, Jameya Jill Uhercik’s dazzling life force gently drifted into the ether. The fact it was Friday the 13th would have pleased her.
Like a sonic boom, Jameya Uhercik burst into the world August 5th, 1964 in Las Vegas, Nevada. She was born to the dynamic duo of Mary Lou Kelly, a Showgirl and John Michael Uhercik, a Casino GM. Jameya grew up living life by the seat of her pants, curious about everything good and bad, and willing to try everything once. Her unrelenting desire to have fun ran her into a few brick walls, so as her 30’s arrived, Jameya slowed her roll and focused her considerable energy on having a more meaningful life. It was right around that time she met Jolene, her partner of nearly 20 years. Jameya and Jolene created some wonderful memories over their two decades together. Christmas in Vegas with the family. Summer trips to see the "Minnesota Family" and Broadway in New York with Brett.
Jameya wrote a Special ‘Thank you’ List for her Obituary: To my Father, “Poppi-San” for his regular calls and sitting with me at Chemo. Thank you for teaching me to be a generous tipper and how to Bass Fish. To my Sister Joniece for the countless sleepovers during this cancer thing, helping Jolene shave my head and bringing me all those Big Hunks candies. To my Sister Theresa for “Hawaii” and flying all the way down from Alaska to have cheesecake with me. To my brother Donovan, for always getting my back and giving me those fun childhood memories. To Nieces Andrea and Ashley for all the times they just showed up to visit and make me laugh. To my Bro-in-law Brett…Dude, I could cry for all you did for me and your sister throughout this whole thing…thanks for being your sister’s shoulder and for all those dumb jokes you texted me. To my girl Jolene, what can I say to you darling? There is too much to thank you for. I have one last request of you. Please lift the weight of my illness off your shoulders now and breathe free. I love you forever.
“When I think about my death I am not sad, I know I am going Home. I look forward to meeting the Mother I never knew and seeing my Nephew and Grandmothers again .I promise to keep tabs on you all and wreak some havoc. Peace out. Love ya.” - Jameya