In memory of
Amari Peterson
Forever 14
October 16, 2011 – November 29, 2025
Amari Peterson was born on October 16, 2011, and was only 14 years old when his life was tragically taken. He was an 8th-grade student at Prescott Jr. High School, an Honor Roll student with a 4.0 GPA, and a talented athlete who loved basketball, football, track, fishing, and hunting.
Amari was full of life, intelligent, ambitious, and loved by his family and community. He loved cooking and proudly called himself “Chef Mari,” enjoyed riding his bike and doing tricks, and dreamed of one day making it big and buying his mother a house.
Amari was a beloved son, brother, nephew, student, athlete, and friend. His smile could light up a room, and his loss has left an unimaginable hole in the hearts of everyone who loved him. His sister was also wounded in the same shooting and survived.
Amari had his whole life ahead of him. He deserved the opportunity to grow up, pursue his dreams, and become the person he was meant to be.
We will always remember his smile, his spirit, his dreams, and the beautiful life he deserved to live.
Justice for Amari.
We love you and miss you.
Love always,
Your Family