Maylee “Moo” Brielle Ball (May 28, 2015-August 08, 2022) passed surrounded by her loving family after a long, courageous battle with SAVI. From birth, Maylee was attached to oxygen, followed by a feeding tube and lines. Life was not fair to her, but you would never know that.
She carried herself with courage, sass, tremendous spunk, and the most amazing smile. She brightened every room and every soul. She was the light in the scary, dim world.
Maylee went through hundreds of hospital stays, procedures, and surgeries, but she never complained. She never let the bad phase her beautiful soul. She had the biggest, roundest brown eyes with the softest, kindest heart, though she was never afraid to stand up for herself. She was definitely in charge and made sure we all knew.
She had so many family members and friends that were completely wrapped around her finger. In fact, they basically never told her no, and if they did, it was followed by a pinky promise, locked and sealed with a kiss for next time. If she requested a sleepover, food, a game of Roblox, or even a massage, her wish was granted. Her fantastic doctor even participated in her games of Roblox, which always made her day.
Her bellowing laugh was the best sound in the world and never failed to make you smile. Her favorite thing to do was play Roblox or make fun of you for not playing as well as her.
She had many best friends (Momma, Nana, Mimi, Poppy, Aunty Pami, Darragh, Riane, Kaley, Kassidy, JPablo, Uncle Keaton, Noah, Luke, Zachy, Jaxy, Red, Kaliza, Macin, Cliry, Parker, Rachel, Daxon “her boyfriend”, and her very best sister Lakey). Maylee and Lakelynn were only twenty months apart, which meant she forever had a best friend right from the start. She even got a best friend pup, Loki, for a service dog.
Maylee loved petting stingrays, aquariums, Silverwood, Roblox, waterslides, hot tubs (she even got one from Make-A-Wish), music, the hulk “because I’m strong like him”, unicorns, mermaids, Youtube, tumbling (she had the best cartwheels ever), and family nights.
Maylee had the bubbliest personality, fiercest roid rage, and was the bravest, strongest girl I’ve ever known. Before her passing, she started struggling being tied to cords, feeling alone being the only child on oxygen, and became really winded even walking a couple of feet. We were blessed with Maylee from the beginning and feel at peace knowing she no longer feels pain, fatigue, or loneliness. She can now breathe easy! There will never be words to describe how much we miss her, and nothing will ever fill this void.
We know she was greeted into heaven by her beloved and late Great Grandma Nor Nor, whom she shared oxygen with until her passing, Papa Bob, Dan, Earl, and Steve, and the amazing Alex Thatcher.
Maylee is survived by her mother, Kylah Ball, Sister, Lakelynn Ball, numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, grandparents, and her Godmother Riane. She will be forever loved, missed, and cherished.
A celebration of her life will be held at 12pm on Sunday, August 14, 2022, at the Maroon Activity Center (MAC), 550 Mercury St., Butte, MT, 59701 (access through Continental Drive only). A visitation will be held at the MAC one hour prior to the service, beginning at 11am.
Memorials in honor of Maylee are suggested to her family, Axelson Funeral Home to offset service expenses, or the three children’s hospitals that cared so wonderfully for her (NIH in Maryland, Seattle Children’s, or Children’s Colorado). The family would also like to give thanks to all individuals that have helped care for Maylee during her seven short years of life. We are forever grateful.
With her selfless generosity, she allowed her lungs to go to science in hopes of curing other children and saving other families from this unbearable heartbreak. *Lungs went to Seattle Children’s & NIH.
Please visit below to offer the family a condolence or to share a memory of Maylee.
Keith williamson says
Prayers g do it her journey and May the peace of Christ be with you all.
Keith says
Prayers for her journey!
Nikki Sawtell says
I’m so sorry for your loss. Prayers to the whole family and big hugs
Deb Rasmussen says
So sorry for your loss! Praying for your whole family!
Eldon Bobby Rightnour says
Thoughts and Prayers for you and you’re family.
Kathleen Kershaw says
How heart crushingly sad. My prayers are with the family and especially for Maylee’s Mother and Grandparents.
Rick Wilkowski says
My heat is broken for your family. Take solace in knowing your support system is vast. You have many friends to reach out to for comfort and an open ear.
Sheldon Kaldor says
My wifes and my heart are with you and your family. Thankfully your angel is at peace and will be watching and with you always. If you need anything please reach out. Many prayers to be sent your way.
Carolann Leary says
My thoughts and prayers to you and your family
Jennider says
Sorry for your loss. I’m praying for your family!
Jennifer says
Sorry for your loss. I’m praying for your family!
Julie O’Gara says
My deepest sympathy to all of the family! What a precious miracle in your lives!
Elena Nelson says
My favorite memory of Maylee happened 8/6/22. Kylah, you guys are going to tank her again.” Maylee, yeah Elena, you are going to tank me again. Those big brown eyes, those sweet puffy cheeks, and a grin from ear to ear. I wish I would have hugged Maylee and Lakelynn just a little bit longer and tighter. Maylee was a brave soul. I will always remember her. I’m glad my little friend is no longer suffering. My heart breaks that her family is. Love Elena
Peggy Prigge says
I am so so sad for you all- Maylee’s loving family- for the earthly loss of precious Mayle3
Mary Gilbert says
Thoughts and prayers to all of you. She was a beautiful little girl who touched many lives with her courage and that amazing smile.
Samantha says
My prayers are with you all! She was a cutie and her smile was beautiful ❤️ may the wonderful memories help you through these times❤️love never ends and she is always in your heart❤️rest little angel. Sending huge hugs and love to you all❤️
Dawn Case Gillespie says
I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Laura Wommack says
Cheryl and family I love u all, it is hard to see your child go before you. U r in my prayers and I’m here for u.
Chaplain Michael J Zoosman says
May the beloved memory of Maylee “Moo” Brielle Ball be an everlasting blessing, and may her abiding spirit be a loving guide to all who were blessed to know her in this world – ALWAYS. With Heartfelt Condolences, Chaplain Michael Zoosman, NIH