Mekaila Lyne Kotary
Mekaila Lyne Kotary, 29, of Rome, NY, passed away unexpectedly on August 7, 2024. She was born on June 22, 1995. She is the daughter of Barry Kotary (Darlene Walters) of Rome and Tammy Kotary (Phil Chesebro) of Rome.
She graduated from Oriskany High School in 2013. Mekaila found peace in nature and her spirituality, foraging for wild herbs and making holistic remedies. She always displayed her nurturing spirit by caring for animals, often nursing them back to health. A talented artist, she found much enjoyment in crafting and DIY projects. Music helped heal her when nothing else could. She cherished spending time creating memories with her son, family, loved ones, and her dog, Willow.
Mekaila had a light inside her that touched everyone who crossed her path. Words can’t begin to describe her because she was someone who gave you a special feeling. Her ambition in life was to help heal others. Although she is not physically here, the most beautiful part, her soul, will forever remain.
Mekaila is survived by her father Barry; her mother Tammy; her son Carson Jay; her older sister BréAnna and brother-in-law Danny and nephew Landon; her twin sister Meriah; her girlfriend Kayla; her grandmother Helena; her aunt Donna and uncle Jeff; her aunt Karen; her uncle Tom; her aunt Tina; her aunt Brenda and uncle Corey; and extended family, including cousins and friends. She is predeceased by her grandfather Donald.
At the request of the family, there will be a private memorial service held for immediate family.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Bottini Funeral Home, 120 W. Embargo Street.
