Alexis A. Maki, age 24

Lost to gun violence on November 4, 2023 in New Baden, Illinois.

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  • Number of children:
    14 3 beloved fur babies (2 cats, 1 dog)
  • Personality:
    4 Kind, gentle, selfless, loved animals and helping those in need.
    17 Kind, caring, selfless and a big animal lover.
    11 Smart, energetic, dynamic, optimistic, and loyal.
  • Occupation:
    7 Student and pt bartender
  • Workplace:
    5 Grit and Tonic
  • Schools attended:
    5 Wesclin High School, Kaskaskia College
  • Comments:
    12 Condolences to family and friends. Watch over us from heaven lovely lady.
    7 Tears from a stranger, a kindred spirit. Prayers and love to family & friends on this sad day.
    8 Condolences and prayers to all that love her.
    10 Tears from a stranger, kindred spirit,the pain of the heart is real
    10 He deserves life without parole. We have a right to feel angry.
    12 Suspect deserves life w/o parole for this crime.
    48 Love always, wish you were here.
    24 Ex should receive life, a life for a life taken. Can you argue with that
    19 Like to see New Baden park named after her. Can we make this happen pple
    46 Missing You 24/7
    29 I'll hold you in my heart until I hold you in heaven.
    8 Can track progress of case on VINELink. Pray for Justice for Alexis.
    11 Baby, you're the greatest! Rest In Paradise.
    15 You didn't deserve this, honey. Love always, T
    22 What did she ever see in him to begin with. RIP, young lady.
    9 "I need to be arrested, please.” And you get your wish, prison for life, any justice for Alexis
    16 Just plead guilty, don't make it worse on family/friends. Its the least you can do
    18 You stole her life and ruined lives of those left behind.
    26 Breaks my heart everyday.
    2 I'm so sorry, you were a sweet lady with so much to give and so much potential. Pray for us
    4 11-4-2024, one year later, and no justice yet.
    1 Next hearing for ex-bf, Nov 27, 2024, 9:00 AM

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