Every
once in a while, someone enters our lives and touches us in a way that is
inexplicable. For me, that person was
Dakota “KC” Ellis (Davison), so it is now with a heavy heart that I must inform
all of you, that KC passed away just this past weekend. As many of you know,
especially those that have been around for a while, KC had serious ongoing
health issues for quite some time… though
she still managed, with a wonderful, but limited staff to bring to all of you
her very own Killerstrands Brand and professional products as well as her
professional expertise.
After
attending Vidal Sassoon Academy and becoming L.A. Board Certified in
Cosmetology, KC began an extremely successful
career in a salon in Malibu, California, she even had some very well-known
celebrity clients. She was that good! KC specialized in Color Correction,
Blonding and Healthy Hair Regimens until she began experiencing serious health
issues, which eventually forced her to end her career in the hair
industry. It was not long after she was diagnosed with the career ending health
condition that she decided to use her 20+ years of expertise to “give back” by
sharing her years of knowledge and education through the Killerstrands Hair
Clinic Blog. KC taught ordinary untrained individuals like
myself how to color and care for their hair right in the comfort of their own
homes… people like us became what she liked to call “Crib Colorists”. She
helped the ordinary become extraordinary.
I
cannot say enough good things about Dakota “KC” Ellis (Davison)… there is just simply not enough time! She was
a good friend with a big heart and I will truly miss her. My only
regret is that I didn’t get the chance to say goodbye and thank her for all
that she taught me… so KC, farewell my friend, it was a pleasure to know
you as both a friend and professional. We will all miss you!!!
Yours
Truly and with Lots of Love,
Crib
Colorist Courtney
