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Aria BURCH-SENSER Obituary

Passed away on February 6, 2019 in Minneapolis at age 13. Aria Joy was a light from the moment she came bursting into our lives on March 21, 2005. She was a vivacious, loving, and talented young woman who shared her love of the arts with everyone around her. Whether she was singing, acting, drawing, dancing, writing poetry, or creating music videos, her raw talent made it unmistakable: She was an artist through-and-through. Aria loved people because of their souls; she was a great judge of character, an incredible friend, and a loving cousin to each new addition to her family. Her kindness and compassion for those around her showed a level of love that we feel so lucky to have seen. Aria will continue to inspire us all as we each find our own inner rockstar and proudly let it shine. We love you, Buggy, and your light will shine forever in our hearts. Preceded in death by great-grandmothers Eileen Senser and Sharon Rackner. Survived by loving parents Brittani Senser and Rico Burch; grandparents Gini and Gary Rackner, Joe and Amy Senser, Vianne and Fela Burch, and Keith Olson; great-grandmother Jackie Adams; aunts and uncles Ashlee, Hannah, and Molly Senser, Danika Burch, Sade (Dyshon) Goss, Jason (Kristin) Rackner, and Cameron (Tali) Rackner; cousins Lucia, Ellis, Julian, Rozaria, RJ, Davyn, and Dyshon; and countless more family and friends. Services will be held on Wednesday, February 13, at 11 a.m. at Park Avenue Methodist Church, 3400 Park Avenue, Minneapolis. Visitation will be Tuesday, February 12, from 4-8 p.m., at Thomson-Dougherty Mansion, 2535 Park Avenue, Minneapolis and one hour prior to the service at church. Thomson-Dougherty Funeral Home 612-871-4407

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Published by Pioneer Press from Feb. 8 to Feb. 10, 2019.

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Stephanie Guzman

February 2, 2025

Always in our hearts Buggy! Love you!

Stephanie Guzman

February 2, 2022

Sweet Buggy... I will never forget your sweet face & precious spirit at all of our rehearsals. You were like our little mascot! You are greatly missed and always remembered. Love Stephanie

April 19, 2019

Its so sad and I wish her family the best!
Even though I don't know her at all I am really sorry for anyone who is going through with anything similar.❤❤❤

Raven Wiggins

April 18, 2019

I'm so sorry I know she was truly special❤

Mary Brooks

February 15, 2019

We are deeply saddened by your loss. May God give you strength.

The Brooks Family

Anne DiFiore

February 14, 2019

We are so very sorry for the loss of Aria Joy. It was such a beautiful funeral service. From the music , the honest/heartfelt sermon all the way to the beautiful video of Aria singing / playing "Stand by Me," the service was a beautiful tribute to this kind-hearted, soulful and artistic young lady. Aria Joy, Buggy, touched the lives of so many.

Sheila Crabbe

February 14, 2019

My continued prayers of peace, healing and love to the Senser and Burch families. Much love to you all.

Cristina Loechler

February 13, 2019

My deepest sympathies to family,friends, and all.
My heart aches for all of you in this time of grief.
Stay strong, and be there for one another.

Arlesha Burch

February 13, 2019

My condolences go to you guys who hurts her heavy right now . Rest in peace Young Beauty.

Velma Williams

February 12, 2019

My heart goes out to you & I'm praying for you for all of us for God to do something for ea & every heart that is broken & for peace to rest... I love you family

Debra Mitchell (Adams)

February 12, 2019

Big hugs to Brittani, Gini, Gary, Ashlee and the Senser, Rackner and Adams families. May we all find peace as our beautiful Aria has...

Chamir Conley

February 11, 2019

Praying for peace in this very sad time. I love you Rico.

DJ Perry Perry

February 11, 2019

My Prayers and Condolences goes out to the family, were praying for strength,
And Peace during this time

Chanel Churcher-Perry

February 11, 2019

Our Condolences
Chanel ChurcherPerry

Sarisse and Calonna

February 11, 2019

Sending prayers and love during this difficult time. Such a beautiful young lady. We are so sorry for your loss. Our most sincere condolences.

Nonna

February 11, 2019

My heart has been heavy since I've learned of this little beauties passing yesterday. So sorry all of her family is hurting.May you somehow find peace in all of this.

A Nonna

Farewell Too Soon Bouquet

Mark Reisdorf

Sent Flowers

Cassandra Stewart

February 11, 2019

Sending my deepest condolences to the family. I am so sorry for your loss. Fly high beautiful baby girl

Anthony & Christinia Pugh

February 11, 2019

My condolences to the family on the lost of this beautiful Angel. RIH Aria Joy..

Pastel Peace Basket

Latisha Schauer

Sent Flowers

Kimberlee Williams

February 10, 2019

May you soar high & free and watch over your Daddy babygirl... I'm so sorry love

Roosevelt Mansfield

February 10, 2019

Sending love and power to all the family!!

Essence Jones

February 10, 2019

Love and light to all the family.

Farewell Too Soon Bouquet

a loved one

Sent Flowers

The Edmonds Family

February 10, 2019

Sending our prayers and love during this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss.

Victoria, Kevin, Elijah, Ayanah and Evan

February 10, 2019

Our entire family sends our sincere condolences and prayers. We are absolutely blessed to have had the opportunity to have Aria touch our lives. May the peace that only God can provide surround everyone who knew and loved her.

Christina Schmit

February 10, 2019

Sweet baby girl I am saddened by ur loss my heart truly hurts for ur family and friends! I to lost my babygirl at a different age and a different way! To the family please remember to surround yourself with positive people who u love and love u! U need it family is everything! God bless y'all!! I pray God gives us peace in ur heart!!

Abir Ismail

February 10, 2019

I am honored and blessed to have known Aria. She was truly blessing in my life. I will miss her very much. Everyday I entered the classroom, I remember her wonderful and gentle soul. She will remain in my heart everyday. He writing on the wall truley will fill our class with blessing.May God give her eternal rest and the family the strength to bear the great pain. My most sincere condolences.

Angela White

February 10, 2019

Sending my condolences. R. I. H. Little angel

Alfonzo Coleman

February 10, 2019

Love lives longer than grief of pain...All other things pass
But love will remain, A bond that nothing can sever because love lasts forever. Thoughts Prayers and Love Are With You. Wishing Family Peace in God's Promise. Be comforted by faith that the Lord has brought that special person you have lost to a beautiful place of everlasting light and love.

Glen James Hausfeld

February 10, 2019

Peace.

Shawntaya (Jones) Brooks

February 10, 2019

My sincerest condolences to Rico and Brittany and their family! It's not easy losing a loved one especially a child, May God wrap His loving arms around you and keep you. Prayers for you all!

Brooks Family

Roselyn Boykin

February 10, 2019

My Prayers goes out to you and your family. GOD will give you Strength And Comfort. Just put your trust in Him he will see you through this. In The Mighty Name Of Jesus Christ Our Lord And Savior AMEN

Tasha Smith

February 10, 2019

Right angel..

February 10, 2019

My condolences to the family and friends. To my co-workers, take your time. ❤ - Walker

Judah McCoy

February 10, 2019

This is something nobody can forsee or prevent and it is the most unrelenting struggle to lose someone you love & hold so close to your heart. I tried typing a tweet to support but there really are no words for this type of thing except I WILL be praying for you and yours. All of em, for the strength to continue forward in her legacy & show the world the vision she had for it. Your family is a blessing and i'm at a loss for words.

Elizabeth Thao

February 10, 2019

Sending you love during this most difficult time.

Cynthia Carter (Williams)

February 10, 2019

God bless you Reco, Fela, and Vianne and Arias mother.
My family is praying for you and give our condolences I love you guys and I am going to see if I can make it Wednesday

Sarina Hughes

February 10, 2019

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Stephanie Guzman

February 10, 2019

Dearest Buggy... I feel SO blessed to have witness the Light that was YOU! During our MNFINEST days, performing with your mama, you were our little roadie and mascot. You were at every rehearsal... where there was Brittani, there was Buggy. We all loved you. Loved you for the precious angel you always were. Time and distance and life filled up the space in between me knowing you as a little girl to now, but I've witnessed your growth through the years via social media and I couldn't have been more proud of the beautiful young woman you had become. I admired your creativity and individuality! I loved seeing you embrace the arts and your own unique interests. I knew you were destined for greatness and that was inevitable because you were surrounded by family and friends who encouraged you to follow whatever path your little heart desired. I was heartbroken to here the news of your untimely passing. I have continued to pray over your family and over you spirit... I pray that you found instant bliss the moment you left this earth... I pray that your loved ones who left before you were there to greet you with a warm and loving embrace... I pray that you feel at peace now. I also pray for your Mama and Daddy and entire family and all your friends... that they may find the strength to continue on without you... to carry on the light that was Buggy... sending my love, always.... Dearest Buggy... May the heavens continue to be entertained by your creativity and beautifulc angelic voice until we all meet again! Love. Always. Stephanie Guzman and Family

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LASHAWN GOSS

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Crystal Boykin

February 10, 2019

Sending healing love and light during this difficult time

Ayanna McAdory

February 10, 2019

My sympathy and condolences goes out to Brittani and Rico,loosing a child is hard. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.

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Antonio Burns

Sent Flowers

February 10, 2019

Prayers up for your beautiful Angel

Michael Wilson

February 10, 2019

Blessings to you and your family. No words can measure how you feel my brotha. Find Peace in knowing her legacy will remain in everything you do. Let that peace flow from your talents. Stay Strong King.

Dawn Brown

February 10, 2019

Aria,Where to begin, From the beginning she was the biggest joy to family's life, A true Angel, Beautiful, smart, outgoing, very talented, A big heart,,We will miss more than anything, Rest In Heaven Angel.

Jibril Abunu

February 10, 2019

May your soul rest well cousin

Lisa Johnson

February 10, 2019

Sending prayers and love for the Burch and Senser families. We are so sorry for the loss of your precious one. May God help heel your hurt and pain.Love alway the Johnson family.(Sister of Vianne Burch, Lisa Johnson)

Sandy Vadnais

February 9, 2019

So very sorry for the loss of your Daughter My deepest sympathies.

February 9, 2019

Christina Schmit

February 9, 2019

Beautiful little girl may you rest in peace! My condolences to the Burch and Senser family ❤

Amanda Meemken Oldre

February 8, 2019

God Bless all of you in this hard time. Her light continues to shine through you. Hugs and Love. Rest in peace Angel.

maya carlson

February 8, 2019

she was an amazing singer and very beautiful. she is missed.

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