Lisa M. Hutton

August 11, 1965 - September 03, 2025

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Obituary for Lisa M. Hutton

On Wednesday, September 3, 2025, the lord called Lisa home after battling months of being chronically ill at Brigham and Woman’s Hospital.

Lisa Marie Hutton (Henry) “Kikora Sanyika” was born on August 11,1965 in Boston to Mattie Mae Crayton-Henry and Hayward Henry Jr (Dr Mtangulizi Sanyika).

In her early years she lived in Roxbury with her parents and attended. St. Joseph's elementary, where she took an interest in music and dance. Then she moved with her dad and his side of the family until her junior year high school before returning back to Boston in 1981 to be with her mom. In 1982, she graduated from Cathedral High School. Lisa was a jack of all trades. She went to Blaine’s hair school before going into the medical field for billing and coding and also becoming EKG tech at Mass general Hospital and St Elizabeth hospital.

Lisa had a good heart and was a supportive person. Lisa was known for her fashion and haircuts. She enjoyed getting dress and going out dancing. She enjoyed being in hair shows. She loved to travel. She loved to listen to music and sing. Lisa was a big fan of sports esp football. She loved to cook. But mostly Lisa enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren.

In 2023, Lisa gave herself to Christ. She became part of Jubilee Christian Church. She also got rebaptized as well. Lisa went to church every Sunday up until she became sick.

Lisa was preceded in death by Grandparents Samuel and Elizabeth Crayton, of Lowell, Mass, Rev. Dr. Hayward Henry Sr. and Octavia Thomas Henry of Opelousas La, her Aunt Anabell Mingo of Opelousas La. and her brother Hayward “Vin” Henry of Boston.

Lisa leaves behind her loving memories to her parents mother Mattie Crayton- Henry of Boston and father Dr Mtangulizi Sanyika, Step mother Rev. Dr Nina Sanyika of Texas:2 half-brothers Dadisi and Sekou Sanyika of California: Thaddeus Hutton: her three Daughters Nicole Henry- Pannell with Kenneth Pannell, Brittany, and Jazmin Sauls with late Anthony Sauls : Son in law David Sweatman: six grandkids Ja’Khara, Ja-Ayna, Jaylen, Jayda Sweatman, Jhy’Elle, and Journee Justice: Godmother Mama Nia: special friend Carl of Boston and a host of relatives and friends.

Visitation will be held at Jubilee Christian Church, 1500 Blue Hill Avenue, Mattapan on Thursday, September 25th from 10-11AM. Funeral Service to begin at 11AM. Interment Private.

Services

25 Sep

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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Jubilee Christian Church 1500 Blue Hill Avenue Mattapan, MA 02126 Get Directions »
25 Sep

Funeral Service

11:00 AM

Jubilee Christian Church 1500 Blue Hill Avenue Mattapan, MA 02126 Get Directions »
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  • September 25, 2025

    Joanne Paul

    Ms. Lisa was a very kind and loving person. She was a fighter and God decided to give her rest. She is at peace and is in no more pain. May God continue to give her parents, daughters and other loved ones strength during this difficult time. Ms. Lisa will be missed. Fly High Ms. Lisa!! 🕊️🕊️🕊️🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿——With love, Joanne Paul

  • September 24, 2025

    Valantrice Malloy

    Kekora was a bundle of joy.She was her authentic self and always fit right in with the family.Condolences to her parents and especially my nieces Nicole, Brittany and Jasmine. Wish I could be there with you.My heart aches but I know she is suffering no more. Aunt Love.

  • September 24, 2025

    Geoffrey Nelson

    Lisa ( Kikora) always was a kind and caring person. She always had a smile on her face and was willing to help others. She will be missed by everyone who had the chance to meet her. Rest in Peace Amiga!🙏🙏🙏G. N aka Paco. Orlando, Fl

  • September 23, 2025

    Vera Sauls

    Kikora was a very classy young lady, with a beautiful smile on her face. I considered Kikora as my sister in-law. Nicole, Brittany, and Jasmin, please know that she is resting now, no more pain. Remember all the memories that you shared with your mom. Love always, Auntie Vera