Janiya Lewis, age 17

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Lost to gun violence on January 1, 2024 in Orange, Texas.

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  • Nickname:
    3 NyNy
    2 Niya
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  • Personality:
    3 Funny, sweet, kindhearted
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  • Schools attended:
    3 S.A.
    4 LCM
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  • Comments:
    3 She loved her mother dearly
    2 She was a kind, sweet, smart, unassuming, and gentle soul.
    2 As her teacher, I loved her dearly.
    2 She was the best friend I ever had. The best thing about her was that she was real and honest.
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