In Loving Memory of Amari Cooper
West Charlotte High School will forever feel the weight of a life gone far too soon. With deep sadness and heavy hearts, the community mourns the loss of Amari Cooper, a bright, spirited, and loving young woman whose life was tragically taken by gun violence. She was a student, a daughter, a classmate, a friend — and for many, a source of joy, laughter, and warmth.
Amari was the kind of person who could walk into a room and immediately shift the atmosphere. She had a natural glow — a personality that was kind and welcoming, yet bold and strong. Those who knew her speak of her smile first: a smile that told you everything would be okay, even if the world felt heavy. She was known to uplift others, to offer encouragement, to make people feel seen, appreciated, and cared for. You did not have to ask Amari for support — she gave it freely, because that was who she was.
As a student at West Charlotte High School, Amari had goals, dreams, and plans for her future. Friends describe her as hardworking and determined — always pushing forward, always believing there was more ahead for her. Whether she was laughing in the hallways, studying alongside classmates, or cheering on friends, she carried herself with purpose and pride. Teachers remember her respect, her kindness, and her quiet resilience. Her loss is one felt in every classroom, every hallway, every seat left empty.
Beyond her school life, Amari was a loving daughter and a cherished friend. She loved deeply and was deeply loved. Her family now holds onto memories — her laughter during family gatherings, her voice, her hugs, her presence that made the world feel brighter. No words can capture the pain of losing someone so young, so full of life, and so full of potential. Yet in these memories, in every person she touched, her spirit will continue to live.
This tragedy is not just a personal loss — it is a loss to an entire community. Another young life ended before it even had the chance to truly begin. Amari’s passing is a reminder of the ongoing impact of gun violence on families, neighborhoods, and futures. Her story cannot simply become another statistic. Her name deserves to be spoken, remembered, honored, and uplifted.
As we reflect on Amari’s life, we hold onto her light — the compassion she shared, the joy she expressed, and the love she gave. Let us honor her not only in grief, but by continuing the kindness she showed so effortlessly. Let us support her family, her friends, her classmates, and one another. Let us stand together so that one day, no more promising young lives are taken too soon.
To know Amari was to know love, courage, and beauty.
To remember Amari is to keep her light alive.
Rest in Peace, Amari Cooper.
Forever cherished. Forever missed. Forever loved. 🕊️💜
