Caliana Corona
January 10, 2022
Caliana Cynthia Corona was born in Des Moines, Iowa on July 12, 2005. She left our world at the age of 16 on January 10, 2022. Caliana, often called Cali, lived life to the fullest. She had a goofy sense of humor, a contagious laugh, and a beautiful wild spirit. She had aspirations of becoming a tattoo artist and was looking forward to doing an apprenticeship in that field. She was a hard worker and would have excelled at whatever she put her mind to. For fun, she dove into music, hung out with her siblings, embraced new makeup and hair styles, and loved her new freedom of driving a car. She also enjoyed movie nights and traveling with her family.
Cali is survived by her mother, Jessica (Josh) Wells; father, Frank (Alicia Quinn) Corona; siblings, Frankie Jr. Corona, Cassius Corona, and Lela Wells; maternal grandfather, Douglas (Carol) Harvey; paternal grandmother, Cindy (Nick Rosa) Padilla; paternal grandfather, Jose Corona; uncles, Michael (Laura) Harvey, Marshall Harvey, Octavio (Martha) Corona; aunts, Elysha (Kevin) Elson, Linda Harvey, Crystal (Ernesto Jimenez) Corona, and Jeanette Corona; special cousin, Julian Jimenez; step-brothers, Kai Wells, King Wells, and Tre Wells; and several other cousins, family, and friends. She was also a godmother to Esmeralda Guerrero.
When you think of Cali, celebrate the good memories you have of her. Share the stories of her with love and laughter.
A viewing ceremony will be held on Tuesday, January 18, 2022 from 5 to 7pm at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway, West Des Moines, Iowa. The Celebration of Life service will be held Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at 1pm also at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway. Following the service her mother Jessica, would like to invite friends and family to a reception with Cali’s favorite foods and have a time of sharing favorite stories at the Masonic Lodge, 1141 69th Street Windsor Heights, Iowa 50324. Cali’s father would also like to invite friends and family to another viewing, celebration of life, and reception. Please reach out to the Corona family for additional celebration of life ceremony details.
In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that you tell someone you love them and finally do that thing you’ve always wanted to do.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Nanette LaVia
01/20/2022
While I didnt know Cali Im Trevons Aunt Nanette LaVia and will pray for you Jessica and entire family. A great healing is needed for all that has happened. May Jesus wrap you all in His arms and may you feel His love surround you. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Jennifer Jensen
01/19/2022
To all of Cali's loved ones. I wish you peace and comfort. Cali was a beautiful girl, with a beautiful smile. She will be missed and thought of often.
Alora bevans
01/15/2022
What a beautiful shining light that the world will truly miss. I'm so sorry for loss of your family member.
Michelle Cinnamon
01/14/2022
Jessica and family - thinking of you at this most difficult time. I am so sorry to hear of the loss if your daughter.
Jeri Daniels
01/14/2022
My sincere sympathy goes out to your family. Cali had such a fun spirit and always wanted to do her best in school. She was in my 5th grade classroom and I thoroughly enjoyed working with her. She would put extra time and effort in to learn a new concept. I also remember her drawing and making fun characters in her notebook.
I pray for healing in your hearts and special memories of her to live on.