LaKeita Williams-Sagoes

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LaKeita Williams-Sagoes, was born on March 18, 1977 in Chattanooga, TN to Pamela Salmon-White and Johnny Frank Williams (precedes her in death). She was the oldest of three children. When she was a young girl, LaKeita gained a loving step-father, Sylvester White, who raised her as his own daughter.

LaKeita moved to Cleveland with her family as a kid, where she grew up on the westside. She attended Urban Community School where she formed life-long friendships, and graduated from Max Hayes High School in 1995. LaKeita attended college and earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Bryant Stratton College in 2011.

LaKeita married Ivan Sagoes in 2000 and they had three sons, Ivan, Izaiah, and Itaez Sagoes. She also gained a step-daughter, Deshanee Sagoes, who she cared for and loved as her own. She was passionate about caring for her family and supporting her sons’ activities.  LaKeita was known in the community for her coaching of the Gunning Gators cheer squad where she was able to connect with kids throughout the whole community, and also her nieces who participated in the program.

LaKeita had a spirited and sassy personality, and always brought life to a party. Anyone who knew Keita, knew she always spoke her mind, did not take any mess from anyone and would always protect her family.  She had a caring heart and always made sure her loved-ones were taken care of.

LaKeita suddenly passed on December 7, 2020 at her home. She is survived by her mother, Pamela Salmon-White and step-father, Sylvester White; her husband Ivan Sagoes and sons Ivan, Izaiah, and Itaez Sagoes, and her step-daughter Deshanee Sagoes; grandchildren Teranee and Ty’John; siblings Maurice Salmon (Corinne) and Manesha Salmon; aunts Yolanda Jacoway and Shameka Jenkins (Marty). She had a special place in her heart for her nephews Cervante White, Jaion and Jaylan Salmon, and nieces Tossianna White, Jessieona, Jayiona, Journey and Joy Salmon. LaKeita also leaves behind a host of step-brothers and step-sisters who loved her dearly. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends.