Unika Shaharia McNeil

Ms. Unika Shaharia McNeil, affectionately known by many as "Lil Bit," was born on April 22, 1975, in Statesboro, Georgia, to the late William Taylor and Mrs. Rosa Lee McNeil Mills. On October 26, 2025, after a brief illness, Unika peacefully transitioned into eternal rest at Doctors Hospital of Augusta.

Unika was a lifelong resident of Statesboro, Georgia, where she received her education through the Bulloch County School System and was a proud graduate of Southeast Bulloch High School. She went on to serve her country faithfully as a member of the Georgia Army National Guard for 18 months.

Throughout her life, Unika was known for her strong work ethic and her deep love for family. No matter the hardships she faced, her faith and resilience carried her through. She was a woman of quiet strength enduring life's challenges with grace and courage. Her laughter, sense of humor, and generous spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

She was preceded in death by her beloved children, Jamie Ross and Monique McNeil; her father, William Taylor; stepmother, Patricia Taylor; sister, Chiquita Parrish; and aunt, Mamie Humphries.

Unika leaves to cherish her precious memory: her devoted daughter, Marjona Ross of Statesboro, GA; her loving mother, Rosa Lee McNeil Mills, and stepfather, Bill E. Mills, both of Statesboro, GA; one brother, Mike (Vicky Eskew) Taylor of Statesboro, GA; sisters, Keisha (Rodney Hawkins) Taylor of Statesboro, GA, and Torsha Taylor of Statesboro, GA; brother, Bill Mills of Statesboro, GA; brother, Tim Woodberry of Statesboro, GA; and sister-in-law, Laleita Woodberry of Statesboro, GA.

Her memory will also be cherished by her nieces and nephews: Auhja Smith, Tidaeshia Taylor, Brianna Hill, Micquel Parrish, Gregory Wallace, Quentin Wallace, Garrett Taylor, Brittany Wallace, Gregtavian Wallace, Bosnia Williams (niece and goddaughter), Christian Taylor, Raphael Taylor, Vance Taylor, Raymeel Taylor, Alivia Woodberry, TJ Woodberry, Hasan Williams, Ailyah Mills, Teyonna Mills, and D'Angelo Mills.

She is also survived by her uncles and aunts: Terry Wooten, Mattie Hughes, Joseph Butler, and Jacob Butler, along with a host of cousins, extended family members, and friends who loved her dearly.

Though Unika's physical presence will be missed, her light, laughter, and love will forever remain in the hearts of those she touched.

Public viewing for Ms. McNeil will be held from 3:00PM to 6:00PM on Sunday, November 2, 2025 . The family will receive visitors for the family visitation from 6:00PM - 8:00PM at the funeral home.

Funeral services to celebrate the life of Ms. McNeil will be held on Monday, November 3, 2025 at 11:00AM at New Sandridge Holiness Church, Burkhalter Rd, Statesboro, GA 30458 with Pastor Donald Youmans, officiating.

Final disposition will be cremation.

Matthew H. Lovett & Son's Funeral Home, LLC is in charge of final arrangements.

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