I'm impressed they made it through four paragraphs before they invoked the magic words- "hate crime".TeamTY, an alliance of LGBT professionals from the DMV area, unite to support the family and legacy of Tyonne Johns. As close friends of the deceased, we stand in the face of injustice while honoring the accomplishments of a life taken too early.
Tyonne Johns, known to many as CHEF Tyonne, was senselessly murdered on August 6, 2016 for standing up for what she believed. All too often our lives are taken away at the hands of those who deem our existence unnecessary. At this time, let us join together to support our Caring Hardworking Energetic Friend…CHEF Tyonne!
Tyonne was a dedicated friend with a genuine zest for life. Cooking and loving were two of her greatest passions. She poured her soul into every dish she created drawing from past pain and the will to make something from nothing. Tyonne espoused the community in which she lived adopting the "have and have nots." After culinary engagements, Tyonne distributed extra food to homeless individuals lacking nutritional support. She was a true humanitarian and feared no human connection.
Tyonne also lent her smile and energy to school aged youth during her spare time. At a local elementary school near her home, she assisted as a gym teacher to students who knew her as "Coach Ty." She took her spirit and love for food into the classroom where she informed students on how to eat healthier and excercise. The extent to which she touched people was far and wide.
Family, friends, and most of all FUNDS are needed! We are asking the community to stand, take action, and bridge the financial gap resulting from this unfortunate hate crime that transpired in the suburbs of our nations capital. Funds and resources are also needed to continue to highlight the ongoing assault in our communities, in our schools, and NOW on our jobs. We are also aspiring to continue her legacy through scholarships and awareness. Tyonne should not be remembered as a victim, but as a entrepreneur to a thriving catering business known as CHEF Tyonne.
Your financial support will be dispensed in three areas:
1. Family funeral expenses
2. Culinary Scholarship for an African American Lesbian Identifying Woman to promote the life and legacy of Tyonne Johns
3. Close out financial obligations for Tyonne Johns
Fund collected will be entrusted to the following individuals to carry out the above endevours:
1. Mother (Sonya J.)- Funeral Expenses
2. Scholarship Recipient (Le Cordon Bleu Culinary School)
3. Partner (Shannon N.) - Financial Close out
In one of the last conversations with Tyonne she stated, "Lets make this money." Wont WE don’t it!
DONATE NOW!!!
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Testimonials
“I love her powerful drive, desire and sheer unrelenting loving energy that she dedicated to her grind…”
- Kimberley Bush, Business Associate August 7, 2016
TeamTy
Seymone Spence
Business Owner (SES Construction LLC)
Project Manager
Stylist (SeyWhat Styles)
Eraena Seymore
Educator
Mathematics Coordinator
Shannon Nuzzelillo
Educator (English Language Arts)
Gladece Knight
Educator & Events Coordinator
Daryln Gordon
Interior Decorator
Art Director (Independent Movies & Films)
Anna Ray
Community Connector
Pamgrace Gachenge
Healthcare Administrator
Kimberly Bush
Film Festival Director
(Reel Affirmations: DC International LGBTQ Film Festival)
Executive Director (DC Short Film Festival)