Direko Thomas, age 18

Lost to gun violence on July 24, 2021 in West Columbia, South Carolina.

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  • Nickname:
    2 "Tipp B"
  • Number of children:
    1 unborn child
  • Personality:
    1 happy outgoing our sunshine
  • Occupation:
    1 crew member
  • Workplace:
    1 mcdonald's
    1 CityOne Construction
  • Schools attended:
    1 Airport High School
  • Comments:
    2 My oldest son. I miss you so much
    2 LOVING YOU ALWAYS MY FIRST TRUE LOVE....LOVE AUNTIE BUFFIE
    2 I lOve You Thug❤️
    2 I Miss You Tm ❤️ - fred
    2 LOVE U BRO I WILL ALWAYS MISS U RIP TIPB ❤✊🏻
    2 miss u gang 💙💙-nutt

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