Ms. Jessica Evette Key

JESSICA EVETTE KEY was born to Beverly Key and Jesse Griffin, Sr. on April 28, 1984, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. As a child,Jessica was a member of Free Spirit Baptist Church under the leadership of Reverend Kenneth Bonner. Jessica was educated in the Milwaukee Public School System and was a 2002 graduate of Vincent High School After graduating high school, she continued her education at Milwaukee Area Technical College where she received an Associate Degree in Business Management. Jessica started working at an early age receiving her first job at the young age of 13, at Mr. Perkins Restaurant. She never stopped working and taking care of business, eventually owning and operating Rising Stars FDC for many years. Jessica went on to manage Mr.J's Lounge for many, many years; she was .known for always keeping the crowd going. Her newest business endeavor was Key Transportation, which is still operational. With an infectious smile and a hug that was warm and welcoming to anyone who crossed her path,Jessica possessed such a warm and genuine spirit. She lived life to the fullest, enjoying every opportunity that came her way. Jessica was known for bringing fun and laughter to family and social gatherings. It was like she came with a guarantee: YOU WILL HAVE FUN IF I AM IN THE ROOM". Jessica gave a lot of love and was always a big encourager to anyone she interacted with. She loved fine clothing, shopping, traveling, spending time with family and friends, and looking fabulous. None of those things topped the love she had for her Baby A and the precious time they shared. One thing Jessica did spend a lot of money on, but didn't love, was buying phones after breaking one after another. Her life truly is one to remember and even in her absence, she will continue to bring smiles and laughter to those who knew her. On Tuesday, April 9, 2024, our Heavenly Father looked in His garden and picked one of the most beautiful flowers to add to His heavenly bouquet. Jessica was preceded in death by: her grandparents, Millie and James Key; special Godfather, Willie Perkins; aunts: Linda Key, Jacqueline Key Gayden, and Ruby Stine Willis; uncle, Curtis Robinson; cousins: Terris Key, Tatiyana Canady, and Tramon Key. Jessica leaves to cherish her memory: beautiful Daughter: Aubree Key; special Daughter: Hazel Stevens; loving mother, Beverly Driver (Tony); Father: Jesse Griffin, Sr. (Ora); devoted sister, Claudette Mitchell (Kevin); brother and sisters: Pastor Jesse Griffin,Jr. (Lisa), Cynthia Griffin and Patricia Griffin; special Godmother. Cherry Perkins; special nephew, Solomon Mitchell; niece and nephews: Kenyah, Kelan, and Kenneth Mitchell; Godchildren,Jaylen Washington and DamiraJohnson; uncles, James Key and Ray Key; aunts:Jessie Robinson, Cynthia Key, and Wanda Key; great uncle, Wince Highshaw,Jr.; great aunt: Mary Harris; best friend: Randa Johnson; special friend, Michael Chisom, along with a host of loving cousins and friends that will continue to treasure her for always.

Ms. Jessica Evette Key

April 28, 1984 - April 9, 2024