Rita Raynelia Childs, age 13

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Lost to gun violence on January 24, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

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  • Nickname:
    1 bandaid
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  • Number of children:
    2 0
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  • Personality:
    1 Funny,Loving,Caring,Considerate
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  • Occupation:
    1 One of her bestfriends from school
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  • Workplace:
    1 none
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  • Schools attended:
    1 Hoosier academy
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  • Comments:
    4 My condolences.
    6 Young bright girl you didn’t deserve anything like this. ever
    4 May you REST IN PEACE, lil' baby... 💞🌷💞...
    2 Sad story smh Rest In Peace to the family lord grant them peace
    3 I love you my bestfriend thank you for being one of my supporters im gonna miss u :( R.I.P
    2 You made me into a strong person, I am here today because of you. Rest in Peice, I love you.
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