SaJuan Temeika Giles

SaJuan Giles was born on January 28, 1981, at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, and passed away on February 11, 2026, in Nashville, Tennessee. At an early age, she gave her life to Christ. SaJuan was known for her love and devotion to her family and friends.

She was the beloved daughter of SaMelvian Giles and the late John A. Giles, Sr. She was a devoted mother to Natasha Giles and a proud loving Nana to Kaysen and Kaidence Giles, who brought her immense joy. She was a cherished sister to John A. (Amber) Giles Jr. and Antwain Giles, and a loving devoted partner to Vic Cooper, who stood by her.

SaJuan was blessed with grandparents Robert (late SaDella) and Cora Alston, John W. and Monnie Giles, whom she loved. She was loved by her nieces Kya, Jana, Layla, Jazmine, Aubrianna, and A’Yonna Giles. She was a proud godchild of Karen Shields-Smith. She cherished her best friend Latrice Taylor and godchild Jamaysia Taylor.

She shared meaningful relationships with her uncles Melvin Shockley, Tony Giles, and Michael Giles, and her aunts Melvelena (Gerald) Robinson and Hannah (late Dennis) Grace, Angie (Fred) Warren, and Sonja Giles.

She was loved by her close devoted cousins SaNeqka (RoShon) Lewis and Darlene Gaines; additional cousins RoShon Lewis Jr., Keshon Lewis, Shayla Lewis, Deanna Grace, Marliegh Norris, SaDella (Jason) Duval d’Adrian, Grace Duval d’Adrian, Joseph Grace, Kaiser Grace, Reginald (Cassablanca) Warren, Nikkia Fletcher (Keith), Keiona Gibbs, Raven Warren, Todd Britt, Danielle Giles, DeAndre Giles, Carmencita Howard, and Alex Garcia Giles, along with other loving relatives and extended family.

SaJuan built a meaningful career as a teacher's assistant and nail technician. She was passionate about helping others and growing in her career.

She lived life with charisma. She enjoyed line dancing, riding her Can-Am motorcycle and being an honoree member of Rollin On 3 S.C. Above all, she enjoyed the time spent with her family and friends, creating lasting memories.

SaJuan will be remembered for her beautiful smile and personality. Her legacy will live on in the hearts of family, friends, and all who were blessed to know her.