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Shawn Hawkins Obituary

HAWKINS Shawn Fouche' Hawkins, age 35, affectionately known as "FACE," was born March 16, 1973, to Helen Faye (Fouche') and John Milton Hawkins, of Columbus, Ohio. He departed this life suddenly on May 21, 2008, in Scottsdale, Arizona. Celebration of Life 1 p.m. Saturday, May 31, 2008, at New Birth Christian Ministries, 3475 Refugee Road. Mr. Hawkins will lie in state Friday 1-4 p.m. in the chapel of DIEHL-WHITTAKER FUNERAL SERVICE, 720 E. Long Street, and Saturday after 10 a.m. at the church, where the family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until the start of service. Interment Green Lawn Cemetery. To sign the online guestbook, please visit www.diehl-whittaker.com/obits. Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from May 29 to May 30, 2008.

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Cappy

December 15, 2022

RIP Shawn.My childhood friend seems like it was yesterday when me,you & Rio at your mom's near the Brook,you were the 1st with the Scooter.Love an prayers to family (Cappy)

Neisha

May 22, 2009

shawn,
It's another days journey without you. It's been 1 whole year as of yesterday. It's still hard, but Iam pressing on. I hear you say all the time, "Neis you can do it, ur my superwomen." I really never thought much when you'd tell me that but now that your not here with me, I relize that yes , I can do it and I have to go on until my day for departure from this earth comes. Shawn your missed beyond measure, regardless to where this life takes me you and our memories will certainly remain in my mind, heart and soul. Loving you always,
Neisha, AZ

Neisha Y.

April 29, 2009

Shawn,I look at ur pictures,ur smile, makes me smile. I listen to u talk to uncle Rickie, to realize that u'll never pick up the line again, tears well up in my eyes. It's so hard to let go but I know that ur free and I must release u. I read one of the cards u gave me for my birthday and u said only god knows the reason that our paths crossed, I miss u dearly but also thank God for the season that we shared. Our season is over but truly the lifeime of memories will live forever, thank u for so many joyous memories. Although the sun will never shine the same, i'll always look to a brighter day. Still missing u, like u said, I'll C U N THA NEXT 1 BABY. I love u Shawn.
Neisha

GREG DAWKINS

March 18, 2009

to my big lil bro FACE I and always admired u for for ur strength and courage . u will be missed by entire SMITH ROAD FAMILY i love u bro i will see u when i get there ur big bro.
G RAP

Demeisha Crawford

March 16, 2009

Happy Birthday Shawn!!
Even though you are not here with me I want you to know that I am thinking about you and I can still see that big smile on your face! Today I am going to get my permit an I hope to pass, so I can remember it forever! I Love You with all of my heart as if you were my own father and i hope you dontinue to rest in peace with a smile upon your face!
Love you always and forever,
MeeMee

Neisha

March 16, 2009

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, BABY!!! A SHOUT OUT TO YOU TODAY 3-16. MISSING YOU, LOVING YOU, AND THINKING OF YOU ALWAYS. FOREVER IN MY MEMORIES.......1 SWEET DAY

Your Girl

February 5, 2009

I still love you and miss you. You wrote me a letter stating that I will always be a part of you, and I feel the same way about you.

Steph

December 23, 2008

Merry Christmas Shawn..

Danielle Wilson

November 18, 2008

It has pained and shocked me to over hear about the passing of one of my school mates on last week. I just want to say that Shawn will truly be missed, his smile was an unforgetable one, one that should have been on the big screen. Hawkins family, I pray that the Lord breathes peace and understanding into each and every one of your lives. I will leave you with 2 of my favorite and comforting scriptures. Jeremiah 29:11 and Isaiah 55:8. Peace and Blessings!
Mrs. D. Wilson

Neisha

September 15, 2008

Baby. I still hear the phone ring, your voice on the other end,the last call you made to say: goodbye, you loved me but had been set free.At the end of that call you took your wings and headed for the sky, at the close of that evening all I could do was cry. Thoughts of you cloud my mind daily,then a smile breaks through because I feel the warmth and the love we shared,me and you. So many days of happiness we shared, so many ways we expressed to each other that we cared. The days and nights without you are hard to bear, i miss you so much but I have peace because of the true love we share. Your my sunshine by day and my stars by night, wishing that just once more I could hold you tight. I know you watch over me and make sure that I'm alright. The tears I can't hold back, people say it gets easier, but because they don't understand who you were in my life, the plans you had to make me your wife. You told me so many times the future was yours and mine, if only I know we'd run outta time.I smile today because I know in my heart you left this earth knowing that you were loved, cared for, and cherished by me, Shawn that love is for eternity.I think of you throughout each new day, the memories of us doing so many great things will never fade away. I loved you then, now, and forever. Will I forget about you? Oh NO, NEVER. Missing and Loving you always

SMA

August 18, 2008

Still thinkin about you Shawn

shauna dalton

August 8, 2008

shawn we miss you..there will never be a another big cuz like you we will all miss that smile....my prayers are the hawkins family...

Liana Edmondson-Sanchez

August 1, 2008

My prayers go out to the Hawkins family. My memories of Shawn,are of a young man who was so full of life with a big heart and a big smile to match. Also very kind and caring and would listen without judgement. Even though Shawn may be gone in the physical. His memory and spirit will never be forgotten. God Bless

Brittany Huddleston

July 30, 2008

To my Uncle Shawn,
As I read what every one else wrote I start to cry because I feel the pain of a niece and I understand their loss. I dont know what is worse Not being able to say goodbye or to talk to you anymore or knowing that you were so excited about the birth of you nephew. I knew something had to be wrong when I kept calling you in the hospital so I could tell you that you were a great uncle but I didnt get a response, I just got you talking to uncle ricky. I know that you are watching over me and him and that I couldnt have picked a better name for him than after my favorite uncle who always listened and didnt judge and had the best advice. I LOVE YOU UNCLE SHAWN AND YOU WILL NEVER, NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!

DeeDee, Shawn, MeeMee at the fair

Demeisha and Demetria

June 29, 2008

Shawn. We are so very proud to have had you in our lives as a father figure. You taught us what it means to be loved by a strong, nuturing and caring man, and you taught me to love as a child would love her father, and you told me to never give up. I WON'T! Shawn, you didn't have to love us, but we thank GOD for your willingness to LOVE us unconditionally as one of your very own. We both have so many memories to cherish of us doing so many fun things together. It's hard knowing that you won't come over or call or pick us up again, but it's a joy to know that you loved us just as much as you know we loved you. Shawn you can not and will not be forgotten or replaced, everyday you are missed, but our family memories will live on forever. We loved you then, now, and forever. Love your girls, MeeMee and DeeDee.

d d

June 25, 2008

Face....I so miss u!

nakia (nikki) Johnson

June 18, 2008

3;16 . Shawn that was my special name for you as special as the day you were born. When i first met you I only spoke because I needed to meet the man who's smile was as pretty as mine. Because we had 2 milliondollar smiles in one room. Unbelievable. (smiling )I remember the 1st time we met, the walk in the woods, the final days spent, dropping you off at the airport to do your bid. I still don't know why are paths crossed but I know one thing for sure I owe you. You taught me to trust, love, feel, and to step out on faith, you believed in my dreams and supported my visions. You came into my life at a painful time for both of us. But we just laughed and spent the final hours and minutes like it would be the last. Shawn I never told you that i love you nor that i fell in love with you. Timing was off. So I guess it's safe to say I Love you and miss you, your smile. Because i can't be hurt now. All I can do is wait to see that smile again. And believe me we will meet again because I never got to say good-bye. So to you my Love rest in peace 3:16. Thanks for sharing your life ,laughter,tears and smiles with me. My heart goes out to you Mrs.Hawkins ,the kids and the family. Shawn loved you. I'm here if you need anything.

Tiffany Shockley

June 15, 2008

One never knows what to say at a time like this so i will just say rest my friend no more pain.

Fashun Powell

June 10, 2008

First I would like thank God for allowing me to have two wonderful years with Shawn. I know the day he left this earth it was God's plan for him to take a part of me with him. Shawn was very loving and caring to my family, I can't express in words the changes he made in my life. Shawn I will always love you, thanks for everything...Fash.

anonymous

June 6, 2008

Shawn was the love of my life and I thank god for allowing him to come into my life. We had our share of ups and downs, but we always stayed in contact with each other. I will miss his phone calls. The Hawkins family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Shawnta Goodman-Hopkins

June 5, 2008

I'd like to express my deepest condolences and sympathy to the Hawkins family.

Luanda Daniels

June 4, 2008

Ms. Helen, I am so sorry for your loss, you and your family are in my prayers.

STEPHANIE CYIARK

June 3, 2008

THE HAWKINS FAMILY, MAY GOD GIVE YOU STRENGTH. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU...SHAWN(SMILEY) YOU WILL BE MISSED !!!

S.O.A

June 3, 2008

Still missing you and thinkin about you....

Quaneisha(Neisha) Young

June 2, 2008

1st and foremost, I Thank GOD for the 4 years that Shawn and I had together to share our lives with each other. There are no words that can express who he was to me and what he meant in my life, I know without a doubt the LOVE that we shared was true. Everything about you Shawn was GENUINE! Thank you for LOVING me and the girls. I'll cherish the many, many memories that we created together. Each day is a struggle to have to go on without you, but I know that your our ANGEL now watching over us. I know that GOD only takes the BEST, so go on now Shawn and take a much needed REST. Dashawn,Davonn,Dijshon,Elijah, Shawnmeeka,and Shaniya, I can't tell you how IMPORTANT you were in your Dads life, we'd talk for hours about you guys, you all were his world and he only wanted the VERY BEST for each one of you. Mr. and Mrs. Hawkins you both are beautiful people, Chucky stay strong that's what Shawn would want you to do. I will keep all of you lifted up in prayer. Remember GOD knows best and doesn't make any mistakes, so in him we all will find STRENGTH to carry on, until our time comes again to meet with SHAWN. I LOVE ALL OF YOU. NEISHA, DEMEISHA, AND DEMETRIA

Kita Clark

June 2, 2008

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Lisa (Lauderdale) Williams

June 2, 2008

My prayers are with the Hawkins family. GOD will see you through!

Jessica (Peaches) Figgins

June 2, 2008

To the Hawkins Family:
My prayers go out to you at this time. Shawn was always friendly and a friend to those he did and did not know. I remember all the fun times we all had at the Hawkins family events, especially the summer pool parties. I will always have fond memories of him.

The Braswell's

June 2, 2008

My condolences goes out to the Hawkins family. May God show strength to the boys, Stay strong. Lean on one another. We are always here for you.

M. Everhart

June 1, 2008

T. Huddleston and Hawkins families. Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Jakki Johnson-Byrd

June 1, 2008

The Hawkins Family,
Sorry to hear of your loss. Shawn will always be remembered for his wonderful smile. He's found peace and you will also in the momeries that you've shared.

Antwon Fizer

June 1, 2008

Face I'm gonna miss you man. I loved hanging over your house with my dad (Fella), we always had a good time. God Bless! R.I.P

Vinyette Chandler

June 1, 2008

To Hawkins Family I offer my condolences. I met Shawn 17 years ago and to this day I remember him always having a smile on his face. I can truly say that he was indeed an Angel. Shawn will truly be missed, however he will never be forgotten!

Nichole Neloms

June 1, 2008

To one of the best divers Marion Franklin swim team had (back in the day), you will be missed. My prayers are with the family.

Steven Hartley,Sr.

May 31, 2008

Get some rest my friend, my God be with You and your family during this difficult time

Monte "mudbone" Allender

May 31, 2008

Man , I still can't believe your not with us anymore. I will always remember that smile! Someone wanted you to party with them, it wasn't cracking enough. You truly got any party cracking.. Missing the man already and we ain't kick it much but enough! Mudbone

Stan "The Man" Gibbs

May 31, 2008

My Friend, My Brother, My Heart. Go with GOD Shawn. My condolences go out to The Hawkins Family. ONE

Marcella Norah

May 31, 2008

My condolences goes out to the family and may GOD show Strengh along with Wisdom at this time.

Monte "Mudbone" Allender

May 31, 2008

Man , I always remember that smile and laugh. You was a fool that loved to kick it. You was taken way too soon but the man upstairs decided he wanted to see why everyone liked and some even loved this man. I'm sure he understands now and they are having a good time.

Tosca Jackson

May 31, 2008

To the Hawkins family, my deepest sympathy and prayers are with you in this difficult time. May God keep and bless you. Shawn you will be missed.

Querida Surratt

May 31, 2008

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

Tira (Yates) Hamilton

May 31, 2008

My deepest condolences go out to the family of Shawn Hawkins.

K Foster

May 31, 2008

My prayers and thoughts are with the Hawkins' Family. May God keep you close and know that Shawn is safe in HIS arms.

Leaitrice Mangum

May 31, 2008

To the Hawkins Family:
I would like to send my deepest condolences to you all. I have known Shawn "Face" since he was a very little boy growing up in the hood with all of us. He was always a pleasure to be around, I last seen him at my mothers funeral in January 2008, and he was the same as he always was. Please Know that he will be greatly missed by all that knew him. May God be with you all.

Cheri Sullivan' Jackson

May 31, 2008

Our prayers are with the entire Hawkins family,and everyone who knew and loved Shawn.To be absent from the body,is to be present with the Lord.Until we meet again, may you rest in peace. Love,the Sullivan, Jackson family.

Tonya Greggs

May 31, 2008

I know that things don't seem like it is going to be okay, but I also have been where your family is today and will be tomorrow, but to the Hawkins family, God is with you. Prayer is the key. You can make it through this hard time. I have heard before and I believe that God knows your heart and Shawn really had a good heart. B Blessed and I will be praying for your family.

mah'lon williams-ransom

May 30, 2008

i have all kind of crazy love for shawn,and shawn(always) has all kinda love for me ,love you man!!you will be missed dearly!

Re'Nea Richardson

May 30, 2008

Your family has my deepest sympathy. Rest in peace.

Kimberly Smith

May 30, 2008

Shawn who would have known when i seen you in Chi-Town it would be the last time,you had me cracking up that night so make sure you keep everyone smiling up above! You will truly be missed!

Anissa Close A.K.A "BOO" and Family

May 30, 2008

To the whole Hawkins Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Daryl Finley

May 30, 2008

Smile on us all my Brother.....You will always be in the minds, body, and souls of us all. Thanks for all the memories..

Tony LeRoy

May 30, 2008

Condolences to the family for your loss. Shawn, you will always be in my prayers. May God bless your soul.

Thomas Tuff

May 30, 2008

I will miss you lil Bro!

Kristyle Trust God

May 30, 2008

May God comfort you in your time of sorrow. Forever rejoice in His name, for we will see Shawn again ~ RIP

Shelly Reid

May 30, 2008

To the Hawkins Family. My Deepest Thoughts and Prayers are with you during the loss of your LOVED one! That SMILE that illuminated the room upon the arrival, that laugh that penetrated my soul, the kindness that caputred my heart and the MAN behind "FACE". Shawn my sister and I LOVED you so much. Our memories of you will NEVER be forgotten! I miss you already. To your family, GOD'S purpose and plan. May you find strength, peace and comfort through the precious memories of SHAWN!

Pamela Stroud

May 30, 2008

To the Hawkins Family,
I am so sorry for your loss, but just remember Shawns laughter and joy will live on forever in our hearts.
Love the Stroud Family

Maki Murphy

May 30, 2008

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

AJ's going away party Jan. 2007

Kelly Mabra

May 30, 2008

Memories – Even though I did not see Shawn often as we grew older, whenever we did see one another, we were never hesitant to greet with a strong hug and huge smiles that were mutual between the both of us. All I would ever have to say is “Remember when?” and without saying anything more, we would just start to laugh about old times. There were quite a few funny incidents from high school that we witnessed or were a part of that remain clear in my mind till this day. Also, Shawn was the ONLY person I have ever come across that had a full beard at 14 years old.

Shawn is one brother I truly did love and he will be greatly missed. His memory will live on. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

Deuteronomy 32:40
For I lift up my hand to heaven, and say, I live forever.

T P

May 30, 2008

My condolences goes out to the family and the little ones.
Shawn you will be missed.

Kira Douglass

May 30, 2008

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Tina Hawkins-Shuler

May 30, 2008

My lil big cuz--didnt know each other much @kids>>but loved each other as if we knew nothing better!!
aunt faye/uncle john
my prayers are with you
to all his kids--hes still watchin you and im sure hes smiling that bright beautiful smile that made his wings glow!!
luvn u always
cuzn tina

Julia West

May 30, 2008

To the Hawkins Family, may God bless and give you're family the strength. My thoughts and prayers are with you "I love you Sis. Hawkins" Ju Ju

Kristyle

May 30, 2008

May God comfort the Hawkins family and friends in this time of heaviness. Look to the Lord, which cometh our help ~ Be Blessed!

I will miss you homie! The Haven' ~rock the house!

Tim M. Neloms I

May 30, 2008

Shawn I will miss you so much man, the laughts and the memories we shared in the Road. From the times you played for the Raiders at the school to the cook outs at the park on the 4th of July. The lost is great for all of us may God watch over you until we meet again my "friend"

darrell "d harp" harper

May 30, 2008

shawn you will be truly missed by many but never forgotten,it takes a very special and blessed person to touch souls the way you did. Love you bro, rest in peace

Ada Smith - Darrell Hawkins

May 30, 2008

Shawn you will trully be missed our thoughts and prayers are with your family,we miss your jokes and smile. Darrell will allways remember his uncle 'FACE' we love you.

Tia Bolden

May 30, 2008

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

May 30, 2008

With deepest sympathy -our prayer's are with you in this time of sorrow.

The Tucker Family

Tillie McCale

May 30, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with the Hawkins family, May God bless you in your time of need.

Lisa Peterson

May 30, 2008

Shawn, You and Chucky were the very first two friends I had in life. Every morning for 19 yrs I woke up to look out my bedroom window and saw your house. You were my first playmate and my first best friend. When I look back on my childhood there has never been a memory that didn't involve you. Thoughts of you have always made me smile. Today I truly understand that life is too short and that freindships should be cherished everyday and that the one you cherished should always be told just how much they really meant to you. You made my youth so much fun. I honestly can not imagine growing up without you. Shawn you meant the world to me & I'm sorry I never told you. BEAUTIFUL you were BEAUTIFUL you will always be.

May God watch over your children and your family. I know that with you in heaven looking over us we are a little safer.

Dakia

May 30, 2008

To the Hawkins family
I know it feels like the world has stopped and GOD has forgot about you, but he has not! It is time to rejoice, Shawn can relax now no more worries no more sorrow! We should all remember the good times we spent with Shawn! Tomeeka you keep those babies strong! Shawn loved you and those kids!

Herbert Cromwell

May 30, 2008

Shawn you were like a brother to me all the years we have known each other. You will be truly missed and never forgotten

Falicia Powell

May 30, 2008

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Mia

May 30, 2008

My condolences to the family and the precious little ones.

Hope McCane

May 30, 2008

To the Hawkins Family May GOD bless the family with STRENGTH and COURAGE and LOVE through this most difficult time. My deepest sympathy goes out to you.
Hope McCane

Gary Turner

May 30, 2008

RIP "FACE" you will truly be missed.

Toya Parker (cosby)

May 30, 2008

May God bless the Hawkins family and give you peace in the mist of your storm. Love Ya Shawn

Robin Love

May 30, 2008

My prayers are with your family. See you on the other side.

Shawne Williams

May 30, 2008

My Prayers are with you during this time of sorrow.RIP SHAWN

Kevin Cook

May 30, 2008

Our Deepest Sympathy from
Kevin Cook and friends

Toya Parker (Cosby)

May 29, 2008

My prayers and thoughts are with the Hawkins Family in their time of sorrow and may God give you peace in the mist of the storm.

Zannita (zapp) Howell

May 29, 2008

To the family of Mr. Shawn "FACE" Hawkins, God Bless you. It's so hard to understand why, but that is a question that we are not suppose to ask. Shawn was a special person, not only to his peers, but to the children of his peers also. He was Uncle Face to everyone's children and never gave a second thought to the fact that that was who he was. This is a great loss to all because he was great to everyone. His smile was contagious, and he always made you laugh, even if you didn't feel like it. You never know who the real angels are until they are gone. Please know everyone shares this moment in time with you, as we pray.

Nikki Blackwell

May 29, 2008

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

A P

May 29, 2008

MY - HOMIE. LOVER. FRIEND. I can't comprehend all this. My Tears. My sorrow in the midst of my smiles thinking about ALL the good times starting back Summer of 1990. You had such a glow and beautiful smile. Caring. Giving. Gorgeous. SEXY. Charming. Such a Go-Getter. I wish this all was a DREAM. I'm glad we spend the times we did together. I can't believe I cant dial you up anymore. I will never forget about you, ever. You will always have a place in my heart. RIP........ap

Dionne (DIDI) Smith

May 29, 2008

To the Hawkins family, please except our deepest sympathies. as we struggle to try and find the words and feelings to express how blessed we are to even have known such a loving and dear childhood friend, we are at a loss. We send our deepest prayers and condolences to your family as you do the same. You will always be remembered and never forgotten Face. God bless you.

jacqueline saulsbery

May 29, 2008

its alright GOD got you shawn,love ya always!!!!! love to the family from jacqueline saulsbery and W.B.

Tiaira Napper

May 29, 2008

Rest in peace Shawn. Me and Toya will miss you!

Sheila Fair-Jackson

May 29, 2008

Shawn our prayers go to you and family.you will be so sadly missed,my mothe thought the world of you.

Nikki Chambliss

May 29, 2008

My prayers go out to the Hawkins family & friends.

Ruth Ross-Keaton

May 29, 2008

I didn't know you as "Face" but Shawn, Chuckie's little brother. Over the years, you became my little brother. You will be missed Shawn and I just ask that the Lord continues to Bless the Hawkins and Huddleston families during this difficult time. I wish I could be there to wrap my arms around the family. However, I will be there in spirit. Much Ross love from Long Beach, CA and Columbus, OH.

Roger Harper

May 29, 2008

Face you will be missed and never forgotten. You are one the realist and truest, I will see you in HEAVEN bro. Your family will be in the Harper family prayers. Peace

Anika Williams (Ross)

May 29, 2008

Mourning and celebrating is so hard to do, crying and smiling thinking of you. Imagining a life without you no longer here, yet finding comfort in knowing that God has you near. We could ask the questions over & over again, "why you, why Shawn, Lord why my friend?" I'll miss you deeply as I already do,I Praise God for loving and seeing you through.
I've been blessed to have known you for as long as I did, my 1st boyfriend drawing hot rods when we were just kids. You always entered a place with a smile on your face and never exited without saying,"LOVE".An angel truly graced our presence, I'll see you again up above.
May everyone find comfort in knowing that you are asleep in Jesus. For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so God will bring with Him those who sleep in Jesus.Therefore comfort one another with these words.
I will continue to lift up the Hawkins family in prayer.

Aniko Williams

May 29, 2008

Shawn was a good person with a big heart. He was a part of our family and will truly be missed. Our prayers are with your family during this time. May God continue to bless all of you.
The Peeks Family

Missy Moore

May 29, 2008

My condolences go out to the Hawkins family. Mama Hawkins, Daryl, and Tommy I will be praying for your strength during this time and always. Shawn will be missed by many. Love you all!

GRAYCE ROBINSON

May 29, 2008

May God Bless The Family.

Cranyon Moore

May 29, 2008

To Helen & Family,

May GOD surround you with peace and comfort during the lost of your dear loved one. Hold your heads high in the comfort of angels that surround you at this precious time.
My deepest condolences and prayers are with you all. May GOD bless and keep you in His Care.

Love,
Cranyon Moore and Family

maggie miller & family

May 29, 2008

it is our prayer that you will be granted inner-strength during your time of bereavement and stand strong on the belief that God will take the sting out of death.we love you and are praying for you.

Grayce Robinson

May 29, 2008

My condolences to the family.

Alphonso Grant

May 29, 2008

R.I.P Face you will be missed homie.

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