Atatiana Jefferson (28)
November 28, 1990 - October 12, 2019
Tay, as loved ones called her, was born on November 28, 1990, the youngest of four. Atatiana was an energetic and daring young child who was eager to climb trees and unbothered by the occasional skinned knee. Her dazzling smile and quick wit left an impression on many people from all corners of life. She loved to read, swim and play video games, but she loved nothing more than she loved her family. Her intelligence and drive were a winning combination that allowed her to graduate from Xavier University where she pursued a pre-med tract and received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology. Her goal was to become a doctor and cure diabetes, which she had been diagnosed with in childhood. Relatives said she worked in human resources. She lived in the house to care for her mother and nephew. On Oct 12, 2019 police received a "welfare call". While playing video games with her nephew, as she did every Friday night, she heard a noise outside her bedroom window and peeked out to see what it was. Within seconds, Atatiana was fatally shot by Fort Worth police officer Aaron Dean.