Damani Ja'Von Dykes, 17, known as "Sponge" entered into rest on September 2, 2023, at Hershey Medical. Born on October 25, 2005, he was the loving son of Richard L. and Regena E. (Killian) Nguyen.
Damani enjoyed going fishing and camping. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan.
In addition to his parents, Richard and Regena, Damani leaves to cherish his memory, siblings, Mekhi Dykes, Jontay Dykes, Dezmen Nguyen, Richard Dykes III, and D'Ohvyon Beatty; lifelong friend, Jakhi Beatty; and a host of family and friends.
A viewing will be held on Friday, September 15, 2023, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Gladfelter Funeral Home, Inc., 822 E. Market St, York Pa. Family and Friends are invited to share memories at 3 p.m.