Zahkuan Bailey Sweeting

New Bedford – Zahkuan Bailey-Sweeting, age 25, of New Bedford, MA, passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025. Born and raised in New Bedford, Ma , he was the beloved son of Shyann Bailey and Yoland Thomas Sweeting.

Zahkuan enjoyed being around his family and friends creating memories. He also had a passion for music as well as rapping and dancing. He enjoyed being on the court playing basketball and also loved watching football and traveling.

He is survived by his mother, Shyann Bailey and father, Yoland Sweeting.

Siblings, Shydora Bailey, Shynice Bailey, Yoland Bailey-Sweeting, and Dakuan Bailey-Sweeting and many other siblings.

Neices and nephews, o’syris Bailey Gomes, James gondre, a’amani blouin, D’maury gondre ,a’myr alves, ze’onna vaz, kaiser Bailey, kamaria Bailey, Ariella Rose Royalty.

Goddaughters, Levanna faucher, leraya faucher.

Aunts, Tara Bailey, Kisha Bailey, and Yolanda Sweeting.

Uncles, Curtis Bailey, Cornelius Bailey, Michael Bailey, Sean Sweeting, and Steven Sweeting. 

He was also predeceased by his beloved grandmother, Delores Bailey.

A poem from his mother and father dedicated to their beloved son:

In Loving Memory of Our Son,

Sleep Well, Our Prince Of all the special gifts in life, However great or small, To have you as our sonWas the greatest gift of all. May the winds of love blow softly, And whisper in your ear: “We love you and we miss you, And we’re always holding near.” We keep you in our hearts—Your life, a cherished flame, To love, to honor, and remember, Though life won’t be the same. No more tomorrows to share, But yesterdays live on, In every silent thought and tear, Your memory is never gone. We love you, we cherish you, Forever and so much more—Always and eternally, Your mother and your father. Sleep well, our Prince.

As well as a second poem dedicated to Zahkuan's life:

In Loving Memory of a Soul Taken Too Soon,

Beneath the sky's unending blue, A star burned bright and swift and true. Only twenty-six, a tender flame, Now whispered soft-a cherished name. He walked this world with gentle grace, With dreams alight upon his face. His laughter danced like morning light, His heart a beacon in the night. He gave more love than he would say, And lit the dark along the way. His spirit soared, unbound, immense, A symphony of innocence. Though time was brief, his impact deep, In every soul, his footprints sleep. A brother, son, and dearest friend, A life too perfect for this end. But love like his cannot depart—It lingers on in every heart. And though he's gone from mortal view,So rest, sweet soul, your journey done, Your light absorbed into the sun. We'll hold your name with tearful pride-Forever walking by our side.

His visiting hours will take place on Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at New Life Church 1331 Cove Rd New Bedford Ma. from 9:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M. followed by a service at 11:00 A.M..Burial will take place at Rural Cemetery.

Arrangements are placed in the care of Perry Funeral Home 111 Dartmouth St. New Bedford, MA 02740. Please see our website: www.perryfuneral.com for condolences.