Frazier Ave Memorial and Dedication Service on November 16th
Last year, our community was shocked by the tragic accident on Frazier Avenue that claimed the lives of Anna and her son Jonathan. This year, we have an opportunity to heal together. Please join us for a Memorial and Dedication service in honor of the Devia family on November 16th from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Walker Pavilion in Coolidge Park to reflect and celebrate the power of transformation. Members of the Devia family will be traveling from Jacksonville, FL to attend, and members of our NCNA will be hosting the family in their homes.
This is a grassroots-led event organized by neighbors like you to provide a meaningful space to connect, grieve, and build a stronger, resilient community moving forward. Organizations providing grief, trauma, and public safety resources are invited to table and share information with the community. (Please contact Mariah Friend, mmfriend87@gmail.com, by October 21st for more information if your organization would like to participate).
Here’s the schedule of events:
12:00-3:30 pm - Community participation in painting butterflies led by local artist Lexi D’Ambrosio to represent the Devia Family for future installation at the site of Forest and Frazier Avenue
3:30 - 3:45 pm - Devia Family Memorial Dedication by Pastor Kimberly Laura
3:45 - 4:15 pm - Forest Bathing/Ground Blessing Ceremony with Ecotherapist Valerie Radu at the site of a tree planting in honor of the family in Coolidge Park
4:15-5:15 pm - Complete painting of the butterflies. Community partners will have tables with resources for grief support, healing, public safety, and trauma care
5:15-5:30 pm - Gathering for a candlelight vigil with a walk to the corner of Forest and Frazier with a moment of silence to end our time together
Community members are welcome to attend all or part of the event. Our hope is to provide a model for how we can overcome tragedy and heal together. Please share this event and invite others. We hope to see you there!
