Coleton Lee Tarpley Jr, age 9

Lost to gun violence on February 4, 2015 in King, North Carolina.

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    2 An amazing, warm, lighthearted boy who couldn't wait to grow up.
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    2 He was my childhood best friend. I'll never forget him.

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