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Kiara Brito Obituary

Kiara Brito, 16, a junior at Robinson High School in Tampa and a member of the school's basketball team, died on Sunday, June 5, when she was shot in her South Tampa home.
Published by TBO.com from Jun. 5 to Jul. 5, 2011.

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Cousin

May 5, 2025

Thinking of you.. Hope you are resting in peace but really wishing you were here with us still.

Anon

April 25, 2023

May you be resting peacefully with your brother in Heaven You are missed

March 9, 2016

You will never be forgotten love you

February 29, 2016

Thinking of you

Christine Ortega

February 24, 2016

The most beautiful girl that lived I love you and Jeremi, I always will. You'll always live in my eyes

Ariana velez

February 21, 2013

We miss you so mutch god bless while your soaring through the sky in heaven watching over your family we all love you so mutch!!

Kiara my sister Elizabeth Peña will take care of you. Have fun playing with the angels doll!

Rachael Peña

October 26, 2012

mixcelly ocasio

April 1, 2012

R.I.p. Loving angels

January 23, 2012

rip little angel

Chevy Lopez

January 23, 2012

Miss you girl <3 Not a day goes by that I don't think about you and Jeremi. Two beautiful people taken from us for no reason at all. We all love you guys so much , watch down on us and lead us in the right paths. Hope you guys are doing good up there ;*

luis javier

December 3, 2011

i love kiara e dady luis javier

Dion Harding

August 21, 2011

Missin You So Much Sis ! Sleep Tight I'll Be Up There With You Soon ! Tell My Big Bro I Said I Miss Him To ! Love You Guys ! :)

Port Tampa Street Runnaz

August 17, 2011

R.i.p Kiara Yo We All Miss You And Jermi ! Just Know Yall Alwase Gone Be In Our Heart On Some Of Our Skin Kiara You Are An Amazing Girl I Dint Know Ya Brother That Well But It Still Hurts Everybody Too Know Yall Gone !

Missing you

August 9, 2011

I remember the day you passed away. Although I loved you dearly, I couldn't make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands at rest. God broke my heart to prove to me he only takes the best. Put this as your status if there's someone in Heaven u miss everyday...I Love and Miss you Jeremi and Kiara?

junior ortega

June 27, 2011

kiara y jeremi viviran siempre vivos en mi corazon an pasado a una vida nueva eterna los amare toda mi vida

Revelation 21:3, 4

June 20, 2011

Kiara will be missed. So sorry for your loss.

michaela herring

June 17, 2011

I love you girl see you soon <3

devin ann

June 17, 2011

U GUYS WERE SO BEAUTIFUL!,SO YOUNG,GONE SO SOON,my only hope is YOUR MOM IS ABLE2COPE,I DIDN'T KNOW U, BUT GOD DOES!, N JUSTICE WILL BE HIS,SAY-ETH THE LORD! Ms.Judy, if you r reading this.....i pray 4 u every day n nite....Kiara -n- jeremi no longer need prayer....they r w/jesus now....im a mother, believe me ,i know what loss is, IF NOTHING ELSE MA.....TRUST.....EVERYTHING IS TAKIN' CARE OF NOW,TRY2 BE STRONG 4 YOURSELF, KIARA -N- JEREMI R SMILING DOWN ON U N ALL of US, u SHOULD FEEL BETTER KNOWING U GAVE BIRTH 2 SUCH BEAUTIFUL AND GRACEFUL ANGELS......."I PRAY 4 U EVERY NITE MA"

Moni P

June 16, 2011

You are truly in a better place sweetheart... God wanted you closer to him because he knew the world was growing colder. Your family is in my prayers... R.I.P god bless you Kiara and Jeremi

M Sanchez

June 15, 2011

Today we lay your body to rest. May your spirit live on now and forever for that sweet smile will never be forgotten. RIP you truly are and angel!

Adrianna Marquez

June 15, 2011

i only met you once , and i dont know much about you. butt i know you were sweet and as amazing as everyone says you were . may god rest your souls <3

Emily Hone

June 13, 2011

R.I.P. Kiara
God took this angel because angels are hard to find.

elizabeth rivera

June 13, 2011

u are in a better place now RIP..GOD blees u ...

dehoyos fam

June 13, 2011

may you rest in peace.... such a sad world these days. god bless you!

June 12, 2011

May God Bless Both You & Your Brother, Ya'll Were Good Kids , But You're In God Hands Now.I'll Keep You Both In my Prayers. - Aleaa ( 13 ]

carolann raymond

June 12, 2011

I didn't know these two beautiful children,but my kids did.They will be missed deeply.Like any mother I will feel the lose,may they rest in peace.
Carolann Raymond,Tampa,Florida

June 12, 2011

God Bless you and your family wil keep you im my prayer.

A. Lang

Tampa,FL

Jamelah Martinez

June 12, 2011

May you and Jeremi R.I.P. I'm not gonna act like we were best friends but we always made it a point to speak to each other. Loosing the two of you made a huge impact on a lot of lives. One day we will all meet again.. see you guys soon <3 jamelah

Michael Peterson

June 11, 2011

God bless and comfort your family in this time of grief.

June 11, 2011

MAY GOD BLESS HIS BEAUTIFUL YOUNG ANGELS,,,PRAYERS TO FAMILY AND FRIENDS...

TRAE & NEKO FILECA

June 11, 2011

R.I.P. PRINCESS, LOVE YOU !!

Ingrid Caminero

June 10, 2011

When God calls little children

to dwell with Him above,

We mortals sometime question

the wisdom of His love.

Jesus Watching Over The Lambs

For no heartache compares with

the death of one small child

Who does so much to make our world,

seem wonderful and mild.

Watching Lamb Bar

Perhaps God tires of calling

the aged to his fold,

So He picks a rosebud,

before it can grow old.
Baby Angel

God knows how much we need them,

and so He takes but few

To make the land of Heaven

more beautiful to view.

Believing this is difficult

still somehow we must

The saddest word mankind knows

will always be "Goodbye."

Watching Lamb Bar

Jesus Watching Over The Lambs

So when a little child departs,

we who are left behind

Must realize God loves children,

Angels are hard to find.

vicky

June 10, 2011

Prayers go out 2 this family and friends during this time.

June 10, 2011

May god be with you and family .

raequan bunch

June 10, 2011

R.i.p kiara and your little brother jeremy two!! yall will always be somewhere in my mind even though i didnt know yall like that my family was closed to yall (GOD BLESS YALL AND MAY GOD ALWAYS BE WITH YALL) Love., Raequan

Clestine Harley

June 10, 2011

God has taken two angel and set them free, Rest in peace, and your memories will always be cherish, May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow, I remember Kiara from the AAU team when she was in middle school on the South Tampa Team, she work very hard and learn the game very fast. RIP little Soldier.

MSG Harley, Clestine US Army Fort Bragg NC

vanessa garcia

June 10, 2011

r.i.p lil angels

Linzie and Family

June 10, 2011

I am so sorry about this tragic loss of both of your beautiful children. I can only pray that the Justic is brought to those responsible for this horrific crime. Please rest assured that God has them now in his loving arms and I hope his comfort can extend to the family and loved ones of the beautiful children. God Bless their innocent souls and much love and peace to everyone who knew them and was affected by this tragic loss.

Jay Morel

June 10, 2011

To My Cousin Kiara i Love you
And may you and Your Brother may RIP
Love
Jammer

Tanesha

June 10, 2011

My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Louana rosario

June 10, 2011

R.I.P. what beautiful children to be taken from us so soon, but you are with your GOd now and he will always protect you precious little angels, You will be missed but never forgotten.

Clestine Harley

June 10, 2011

May God watch over the little ones as they enter into Heaven, words can not fullfill the pain that that this guy has caused, may these two angels reast in peace, I knew her from when she played on the AAU team in Tampa, help out with the car wash, she worked so hard and learn the game very fast. my heart is heavy for the angels whom has enter into the pearly gates of heaven. Much Love MSG Clestine Harley USA

Clarencetta Clarke

June 10, 2011

R.I.P. beautiful Kiara. I know that you are resting in the hands of God. You will be greatly missed by the Tampa community. May God Bless your Mom and family during this time of grief. No bond is great as that between a parent and child. Take peace in knowing that she is now resting in the hands of the Lord. May Peace and the Lord be with you today and always.

June 10, 2011

God Bless you all. My heart felt condolences to ther mother and family. A senseless act that snuffed out two bright lights. Tampa is a litter dimmer thse days. Keeping you in my daily prayers. I do not know you personally but wish I had had the chance.

Grisel Lind

June 10, 2011

To The Brito Family: My heart and prayers are with you. Eddie although I did not know Kiara and Jeremi, they were children that were very much loved, and now they are looking out for you and there family. My prayers will always be with you and the family.

Peter Mantice

June 10, 2011

May the winged souls of these beautiful children live on forever with their God.

T Ryan

June 10, 2011

Because
“We believe and know that you are the Holy One of God.” John 6:69 (NIV)
Because the well runs dry, we know Jesus is the river of living water (John 4).
Because the storm rages, we know Jesus is the Lord of the storms (Matthew 14).
Because the floods overwhelm, we know Jesus is the rock on which to build (Matthew 7).
Because the foundation shivers, we know Jesus is the cornerstone that will not move (Matthew 21).
Because sickness comes, we know Jesus is the Healer (Matthew 4).
Because we’re bankrupt through the debt of sin, we know Jesus is our Redeemer (Galatians 3).
Because we grieve, we know Jesus is the voice calling from the shore, “Friends, haven’t you any fish?” (John 21).
Because we’re full of doubt, we know Jesus is the nail-scarred palm inviting our touch (John 20).
Jesus taught in the nasty-now-and-now because he knew disciples are never made in the classroom; we’re made in the uncertainty of life as we come face-to-face with “I can’t; but God can.”

Praying for all the family & friends that are left behind, I pray the Lord wraps His loving being around all of you this day and pours out upon you all <3

Ernest Mitchell

June 10, 2011

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Gabrielle Gilliam

June 10, 2011

May you rest in peace and God bless this is never a goodbye but always a hello i know that your parents have raised a beautiful son and daughter and they are in pain right now, but i know you and your brother will always be their hearts :).Even though i personally don't know you, You and Jeremi will be in my prayers R.I.P, God Bless love, Gabrielle Gilliam

Danielle Jones

June 10, 2011

I will aways remember you because of your strength and will. You were a beautiful child and feel blessed having taught you and known you. Your memory will live on with those you met.

tommerzia wolfe

June 10, 2011

May god bless this family and justice be done. My heart is broken for u mother but god will take care of u.

Melissa

June 10, 2011

To Kiara's family and friends...no words can express what you must be feeling at such a great loss. My deepest sympathy, prayers and love. God Bless.

Shannon Stevens

June 10, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. Your children were beautiful and I will keep you and your family in my heart.

California

June 10, 2011

Prayers to the Brito family.
May Jeremi and Kiara's souls rest in peace.
to the tampa community, please continue to pray for the mother. Ms. Brito needs you all more than ever!!

Duke Kevorkian

June 9, 2011

What a beautiful girl and a horrible tragedy....you will be greatly missed by so many and our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family....Tampa

June 9, 2011

may you guys rest in peace. ya'll were loved and will be missed by many!!!

Duwod Salter

June 9, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

June 9, 2011

kiara you are and always will be a Beautiful child! we love you and will miss you! may you rest in peace, i'll look for your drawings in the clouds! you will always be remembered as a bubbly, fun loving, blessed spirit!keep jeremi close with you as you always have! love,kelly, nana, skyla and dante!

Evelyn A B

June 9, 2011

O God, you do not willingly grieve or afflict
your children.
Look with pity on the suffering of this family
in their loss.
Sustain them in their anguish;
and into the darkness of their grief
bring the light of your love;
through Jesus we pray.
Amen.

May the parents of Kiara and Jeremi find some comfort in their wonderful memories. May they rest in peace and may they never be forgotten. You have touched tons of hearts, even those of us who did not know you directly!

ac

June 9, 2011

Rip beautiful children...

June 9, 2011

que dios la tenga en la gloria a ella y a su hermanito por lo menos estan juntos

June 9, 2011

Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me.
In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.
And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also.
~JESSICA FOSTER... R.I.P SWEETHEART.. YOU ARE IN THE ARMS OF THE ULTIMATE FATHER, HE WIPES AWAY YOUR TEARS.

Vincent Caminero

June 9, 2011

No Words Can Explain The Pain or Sorrows you are going through Little Syster as all our Family and Friends.
*** Always Together **
"Please Promise Me No Matter What You Will Never Let Go"

Kaira and Jeremi they played together enjoyed life together and where called by God Together.
God Bless the people that have shown support via the Media and internet.

jackie hernandez

June 9, 2011

Kiara you will be missed, god bless you hun. i rember when u would come up to ur moms job all the time. im going to miss you kiara!!!

June 9, 2011

My prayers are with your family.

June 9, 2011

June 9, 2011

Nathalie Caminero

June 9, 2011

Love u both even though we weren't close. Our bodies pump the same blood thru our vains. So sad.my heart goes out to cousin judy brito. Rip kiara and jeremi!!!

June 8, 2011

im gunna miss you guys so much i basically grew up with both of you and i wish i had more time R.I.P miss you guys so much

Sandy

June 8, 2011

In the name of the Father and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

Hail Holy Queen, Mother of mercy. Our life, our sweetness, and our hope. To thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve. To thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping in this valley of tears. Turn then, most gracious advocate, thine eyes of mercy towards us, and after this our exile, show unto us the the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. O clement, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary.

Pray for us O holy mother of God, that we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.

In the name of the Father and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

June 8, 2011

You didn't deserve this Kiara, I will miss you and your little brother Jeremi. You will remain in my heart forever I won't ever forget you, you were one of my bestest friends I love you!

June 8, 2011

Maybe you would have grown up to make a difference in this world - maybe you will still make a difference.

Romelo

June 8, 2011

Kiara & Jeremi I'm so sorry this happened to you. You were both so worried about your mother's safety but, no one was worried about keeping the two of you safe. Your both safe in GOD's hands now. Two more beautiful Angels in heaven. God bless you both and may you now rest in peace. I'm so honored to have been a part of both your lives. I will always keep you both in my heart and prayers.

jami ward

June 8, 2011

Kiara, you are so beautiful & loved so much. I remember the first time i saw you, i knew you where an angel. You have impacted so many lives, your brother hss too. I won't say goodbye, because this isn't goodbye. Its just until, next time. I love you babygirl.

STEPHANIE ALICEA

June 8, 2011

R.I.P KIARA && JEREMI II DNT REALLY KNOW YHU BOTH BT IM REALLY SRRY TO WAT HAPPEN TO YHU GUYS...MY LOVE ND PREYERS GO TO YUR FAMILY?

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shirley mccants

June 8, 2011

your not home alone now,you have the father are god with you,he will take care of you and your brother now.

Edgar Caminero

June 7, 2011

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

June 7, 2011

R.I.P Jeremi & Kiara youi guys will be missed very much this tragic thing should not have happened to you guys, you guys had a whole like ahead you. </3 its so sadd. but you will N E V E R be forgotten<3

J V

June 7, 2011

Hey Girl,
I am having such a difficult time grasping this...I love you and I feel so, so blessed that you were such a major part of my life. Even at such a young age, your passion for success is unmatched by anyone I have ever met. I know you took pride in taking care of your brother and you will continue to do so in Heaven. I love you and miss you more than words can say. When we meet again, the first thing you better say to me is "Ummmm Hellllloooooooooo?!??!"

Love,
Coach

June 7, 2011

Love you Kiara! Miss you!!

IVAN CAMINERO

June 7, 2011

RIP KIARA AND JEREMI

ALEXANDRA CAMINERO

June 7, 2011

RIP KIARA AN JEREMY GOD BLESS U

maggie skaggs

June 7, 2011

R.I.P kiara and jeremi i love and miss u both

joey muise

June 7, 2011

To Judy who i've known half my life.i know how much kiara and jeremi ment to you.it herts me to think of how much pain you are dealing with, at this moment.if there is any think i can do for you,you know how to reach me.Kiara and Jeremi will be missed verry much.they are great careing friends.they will always be loved!!!

June 7, 2011

God bless u!

Fanny Martinez

June 7, 2011

I Didn't Know Either Of You Personally, But My Brother Was Really Good Friends With Jeremi. It Was Really Hard For Me To Imagine How It Felt To Lose A Close Friend. But, My Brother Proved To Me It Was Hard With All His Tears,
R.I.P Kiara & Jeremi Brito.
You Are Loved & Are Now In Better Place.

Andy Makoid

June 7, 2011

This is horrible...... I pray for the family. Anything I can do Judy........

June 7, 2011

God bless u!

Anthony Nick

June 7, 2011

A child's life should be given, not taken! R.I.P Kiara and Jeremi brito.

Marissa Garcia

June 7, 2011

R.I.P KIARA N JEREMI BRITO.

Minister Rhontae Watson

June 7, 2011

what a horrific act that has taken such a beautiful life away from her family. I do pray that Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ accepts you into his kingdom to live with him forever may the Lord have mercy upon your soul and grant you peace for all eternity Kiara God Bless You Minister Rhontae Watson

CARMEN LOPEZ

June 7, 2011

R.i.P KiARA U MAY BE GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN! iTS SOO SAD TO HEAR THAT UR GONE...WEN i SEEN YU ON THE NEWSPAPER i DiDNT RECOGNiZED YU, BUT AS i GO ONLiNE TO READ MORE i FiNALLY KNO WHO YU ARE.! HOPE UR BROTHER iS ALRiTE & UR MOMS! MiSS YU GURL, 1 <3 CARMEN AKA 2-FO(AS FRENDS KNO ME @ PORT TAMPA) :)

EDWIN RAMOS

June 7, 2011

KIARA, MY HEART IS BROKEN, JUST LAST SUMMER I HAD YOU IN MY HOME IN CLEARWATER, THE NICEST MOST PUT TOGTHER GIRL I HAD EVER MET, I MISS THE DAYS WE JUMPED ON THE TRAMPELINE IN YOUR BACK YARD, HUN I WILL DEF MISSED, IM SO SPEECHLESS, I WISH THIS WAS JUST A BIG LIE, -EDWIN FROM LAWRENCE

Brenda Rivera

June 7, 2011

RIP - A beautiful young life was lost.

Steven and Jen Stearns

June 7, 2011

R.I.P Kiara

ZULEYKA SEVILLA

June 7, 2011

R.I.P KIARA GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN YOU WILL LIVE IN MY HEART AND I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES WE HAD AND SHARED I LOVE AND MISS YOU KIARA AND JEREMI BRITO R.IP!!!

NIZETTE ALAYON

June 7, 2011

MAY GOD NESTLE YOU BOTH IN THE WARMTH OF HIS LOVE. WE HERE IN LAWRENCE ARE GRIEVING THE LOSS OF YOU BOTH. YOU ARE IN A BETTER PLACE NOW. GOD BLESS.

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