Nikko Elijah Poma entered the arms of Jesus Saturday, December 16, 2023.
He was born prematurely, at 25 weeks, July 29, 2022 in Bacon County weighing one pound and four ounces. He fought many health conditions and proved to be a true warrior. He accomplished many obstacles with his health conditions and won the hearts of everyone he encountered. He was loved greatly by his wonderful family and caretakers. God needed him sooner than expected and, despite his rough start, Nikko truly and finally overcame as he entered the arms of Jesus.
Survivors include his twin sister, Dahlia Poma; sisters, Emalynn Famer and Addisyn Harden; grandparents, Jay and Cynthia Winge; uncle, Ricky (Courtney) Batten; aunt, Ashley (J. R.) Hiott and great-grandparents, Yvonne and Ralph Dubberly.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 21, from the Chapel of Swain Funeral Home with the Rev. Pete NeSmith officiating.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Swain Funeral Home of Baxley.
