Massai Cole, age 18

Lost to gun violence on February 1, 2020 in Moreno Valley, California.

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  • Nickname:
    6 Massi
    5 Sai-sai
    1 Sprite
  • Number of children:
  • Personality:
    4 Outgoing, fun, charismatic
    3 Hilarious, lit up a room
    3 Funny,intelligent, and a fun brother
  • Occupation:
    1 Student
  • Workplace:
    1 Musician
  • Schools attended:
    4 Ventura High School
    8 I still can’t believe this racist idiot killed you.
    4 I hope you’re in heaven enjoying your day Sai Sai
    2 Piute Middle School
  • Comments:
    3 We miss and love you Massai so much!
    3 Life is not the same without you here, when they took you they took apart of us too 😔
    2 We love you and miss you
    2 We miss you so much man. It’s been 1 month and it still don’t feel real
    2 Missing you everyday there is not a day that goes by where my heart doesn’t break for you!
    1 Love you Sprite!
    2 You are loved and deeply missed
    3 I don't know you. But I hope u can find peace. This world is disgusting. U ARE LOVED AND MISSED
    1 Miss you man, so much. I’m so angry about your departure. I hope you’re at peace Sprite. 💔
    1 You didn’t deserve to leave at only 18. My heart breaks for you.
    1 Because I know you weren’t ready to go. You were just living trying to pursue your dreams.
    1 The devil got inside of two lost souls their actions lead GOD to call you home.
    1 Because you were too good for this cruel hateful world.
    2 I love you Sai-Sai and you are thought about everyday.
    1 today got me thinking bout you 🤎 hope you are having a good one with the angels today
    2 Justice was served yesterday in the eyes of the court. It will never be enough for ME!
    2 Sai... All those with guilt wanna act like they did the most.
    2 Continue resting Sai-Sai! I love you.
    2 I love and miss you Son , I read your letters all the time.
    2 His name is spelled Massai... it means a hunter and warrior
    1 Miss you Sai-Sai. Keep Watching Over Me!

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