Amari J. Conwell passed away Thursday in Columbus at the age of 23. Born in Killeen, TX, he was the son of Stephanie Thomas Conwell of Columbus and Timothy D. Conwell of Chester, VA.
Residing in Columbus most of his life, he was a 2017 graduate of Columbus High School and was currently in his third year at Columbus State University. He was employed as Assistant Director of the Summer Youth Program at the Urban League of Columbus. He was a member of St. Mary’s Road United Methodist Church.
He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Dorothy M. Pruitt. Other than his parents, he is survived by a daughter, Armani S. Comer; three siblings, Fatima R. Turner, Tevin D. Conwell and Tyra D. Conwell; his grandparents, Cecelia Conwell and Jack Belcher; and a host of other loving relatives and friends.
Amari will be laid to rest at Green Acres Cemetery on Thursday, February 17, 2022 following a Two Thirty PM Homegoing Celebration in the sanctuary of St. Mary’s Road United Methodist Church where Rev. Adrain Burgess is pastor, Pastor L.K. Pendleton will deliver the Eulogy.
Visitation is Wednesday the 16th, 2:00 until 4:00 PM at the funeral home.
Arrangements entrusted to Progressive Funeral Home, Inc.
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Amari.. you were my best friend my entire life. You could always cheer me up, you were always by my side, you were truly my protector. We shared the same friends, schools, pets, laughs, and so much more. It was mom, you and I against the world. I'll cherish our bond forever. The fact that you're not here will always cause me pain, but you'll always be in my heart. I know that you're watching over our family now.
I'll make sure my niece & nephew know how great of a person you were. Everything I do will be for you now, I promise to make you proud big bro. You were so loved and you are so, so missed.
Amari Conwell, my high school sweetheart, my best friend, my protector. You will be missed dearly. I will miss your sweet smile, your outgoing personality, your quick-wits, and so many more of the things that made you, you. I have always been beyond proud of every single accomplishment you were able to achieve, no matter if it was big or small. You had many goals and aspirations for your future and it truly breaks my heart that you were taken from us before I got the chance to see you accomplish those goals. I will continue to cherish all of our memories and pass them down to our child. Your beautiful soul made a significant impact on many, many individuals. You brightened each and every one of my days. I love you. You will always have a piece of my heart. You may be gone but never forgotten. Rest In Peace my love ❤️
My dearest son my youngest baby boy my pride my joy words cannot express the longing in my heart I have been your mother and you have been my son from the start Amari Jacquez how I love you so I wasn't quite ready for you to go. Gone but never forgotten I'll miss your jokes and yes your smile Even your swag and undeniable style Mama will even miss you playing pranks on me:) I miss you I'm forever proud of you, you were a warrior, smart, brave, ambitious, popular,kind, loyal,stubborn, friendly,a people's person,so much talent. God loaned you to us and now you're a soldier in the Army of the Lord
Stephanie there are no words to express to you and your family my condolences. May God fill you and your family with His love, comfort and peace. Patricia Willis
Sincere condolences to Sister Stephanie and Amari's daughter and siblings during this sudden and tragic season of bereavement. Amari's soul raised victoriously to the heavens; and soon his weary body of clay will be laid to rest for eternity. May you find comfort in knowing that "Weeping (only) endures but for a night. But JOY UNSPEAKABLE awaits you in the morning light. May wonderful memories sustain you day by day and turn your tears of sorrow into tears of joy. Rest on Amari! Rest on! One day we will meet on the other side! Sis Stephanie, you and your family are in our thoughts and in our prayers. https://fb.watch/bdanJTMcGK/
Tamara/Tim and Family, Prayer go up, Blessing come down.
Karen and Joy
Deepest sympathy for the Conwell Family. May God grant you comfort for your loss.
Tamara and family. There are just no words. Justin and I are deeply saddened to hear of your sons passing and wish you comfort and peace.