Yakez Semark, age 20

Lost to gun violence on February 8, 2018 in Evanston, Illinois.

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  • Nickname:
    1 Kez
    1 KingKez
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  • Personality:
    2 kind, loyal, and low-key funny
    2 curious; smart; loved to learn
    2 creative
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  • Schools attended:
    1 Evanston Township High School
    1 Chute Middle School
    1 Oakton Community College
  • Comments:
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