John "Red" Robert Materna, age 76
Lost to gun violence on May 15, 2023 in Memphis, Tennessee.
Known by many as "The Watermelon Man"
Red died on May 29th, 2023.
Photo sources:
- Inside Edition: Teen Charged With Murder in Death of Local Watermelon Seller
- Jun 1: https://www.actionnews5.com: 15-year-old charged in death of beloved fruit vendor
- Dignity Memorial: John Materna Obituary - Memphis, TN
News sources:
- gofundme.com: Medical expenses for Redthewatermelonman, organized by April Stokes
- WREG.com: 15-year-old charged in fatal shooting of ‘watermelon man’ John Materna, police say
- FOX13 Memphis: 15-year-old charged with murder of "Watermelon Man" identified
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