Ke’Nichi Sims
Age 17
Chicago, Illinois
His grandmother’s favorite, his grandfather’s pride
He liked to tease his grandmother. He would often tell her, “You know I’m your favorite grandson!”
He lived in the Grand Crossing neighborhood of Chicago, surrounded by a large and loving family. His friends and family described him as a “goofball” with a “very charismatic personality.” They remember his infectious laugh and warm hugs. His grandfather was proud of him.
On Nov. 28, 2018, Ke’Nichi Sims, 17, was found dead with a gunshot wound to the head in a vacant lot in the Englewood neighborhood of Chicago.
