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Why do we demand justice? 

Kilyn Lewis was a 37-year-old African American who was murdered by the Aurora Police Department. This is the same police department responsible for the murders of Elijah McClain, Jor’Dell Richardson, and many others.

 

Due to a pattern of misconduct and excessive force, the Aurora Police Department has been placed under a consent decree by the Colorado Department of Justice. This decree mandates reforms and increased oversight to address systemic issues within the department.

The murder of Kilyn E. Lewis makes it clear that the Aurora Police Department is in clear violation of the consent decree.

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Kilyn E. Lewis touched many lives with his kindness and dedication. May his legacy live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

 Kilyn E. Lewis Obituary 

Kilyn E. Lewis, born on March 18, 1987, in Denver, Colorado to his parents, LaRonda Jones and Robert Lewis Jr. He was raised with his siblings, Kiawa, Keyair, KeyRon, Jonathan, Kieshia, LaRonda “Moosh” and LaKyla.

As a child, Kilyn loved riding his bike, camping, fishing and taking things apart, he received a boombox one Christmas that he took the speakers out of and connected them to his bike. Those who knew him would say that he always kept the “beats” with his bicycle. In addition, Kilyn enjoyed spending time with his stepdad. One day, Kilyn and Keyair came running to the house and Kilyn yelled “Dad! Dad! The cow talked to us." His grandfather said "What did he say?" Kilyn replied "He said 'hey little boy'," and Keyair said "It talk to me too" and the grandfather asked, "What did it say to you?" Keyair replied, "It said 'moo'." Their grandfather asked, "What did you do?" Keyair said "we moved out the way" everybody busted out laughing.

Kilyn was educated through Denver Public Schools where he was educated at Montbello High School. Kilyn was a natural entrepreneur who found ways to provide for his family. He entered stereo installation industry and excelled at his craft.

Kilyn met a young lady by the name of Anndrec through mutual friends and they were joined in holy matrimony on March 29, 2016. Anndrec recalls that Kilyn taught her how to fish and helped her to develop a relationship with the Lord. Early in their relationship they began reading the bible together. In their free time, they enjoyed late nights riding around listening to their favorite old school music and Kilyn loved to sing to her. Prior to marriage Kilyn Jr. was born. His son fondly recalls them listening to music together and talking about their favorite rappers including, Lil Boosie, Tupac, and Eazy-E. They also carried the family tradition of going on fishing trips. In his free time, Kilyn enjoyed hanging out with family, joking around, playing video games and detailing cars. He also enjoyed hanging out with his friends, Cody Seagraves, Seyton Holiday, Daveon Young, Sonsharay Monroe and Elisha Weiss.

He will be remembered by his friends for being a family man, a protector, loyal, giving, funny, life of the party and for his beats.

Kilyn will be dearly missed by his surviving family and friends, including his wife, Anndrec Lewis; children, Kilyn Jr. and King Ki; mother, LaRonda Jones; brothers, Kiawa Lewis, Keyair Lewis, Jonathon Grundy, and Lazarius Lewis; sisters, Kieshia Lewis, LaRonda Grundy and LaKyla Grundy; grandmothers, Curlie Correa and Sherdina Lewis.

During this time of loss, we also remember Kilyn's deceased brother KeyRon Lewis who shared a special bond with him.

Kilyn E. Lewis touched many lives with his kindness and dedication. May his legacy live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

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 UPCOMING EVENTS 

  • Aurora City Council Meeting
    Aurora City Council Meeting
    Mon, Jul 08
    Aurora Municipal Center
    Jul 08, 2024, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
    Aurora Municipal Center, 15151 E Alameda Pkwy, Aurora, CO 80012, USA
    Join Kilyn E. Lewis’s family and community at the next Aurora City Council meeting to demand justice and accountability for Kilyn’s unjust murder.
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  • Open Mic Night: Justice for Kilyn E. Lewis
    Open Mic Night: Justice for Kilyn E. Lewis
    Tue, Jul 09
    Tequila Blues
    Jul 09, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Tequila Blues, Parking lot, 4611 Peoria St unit b, Denver, CO 80239, USA
    Join us for a community open mic night in honor of Kilyn E. Lewis! This evening is for everyone to share what’s on their heart and embody our collective commitment to justice and accountability.
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  • Community Worship Service
    Community Worship Service
    Wed, Jul 10
    Absolute Word Church
    Jul 10, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Absolute Word Church , 1201 S Steele St, Denver, CO 80210, USA
    Join us for a Community Worship Service hosted by Absolute Word Church and Kirk of Bonnie Brae United Church of Christ. The service will be led by Bishop Jerry Demmer and Pastor Selena Wright in honor of Kilyn E. Lewis.
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  • Rally & March: Justice for Kilyn E. Lewis
    Rally & March: Justice for Kilyn E. Lewis
    Thu, Jul 11
    Aurora Municipal Center
    Jul 11, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
    Aurora Municipal Center, 15151 E Alameda Pkwy, Aurora, CO 80012, USA
    Join the family and community of Kilyn E. Lewis for a rally and march demanding justice and accountability for his unjust murder. Our primary demand is the termination, arrest, and charging of Officer Michael Dieck with first-degree murder.
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 KILYN IN THE NEWS: 

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Justice for Kilyn Community Action Team: 

The family of Kilyn E. Lewis has appointed the following individuals to the Justice for Kilyn E. Lewis Community Action Team. This team is authorized to organize events and speak to the press regarding the ongoing fight for justice and accountability for Kilyn. No other organization or individual is authorized to issue statements or organize events without the approval of this action team or LaRonda Jones. Failure to comply will result in legal action.

Attorney for LaRonda Jones, Mother of Kilyn Lewis: Lisi Owen 

Contact:  lisi@vanguardlawandpolicy.com

 

Action Team Chair: Candice Bailey - Official Spokesperson for the Action Team 

Contact:  lighthouseconsultantscolorado@gmail.com

Action Team Members: 

- The Honorable Auon'tai M. Anderson, CEO - The Center for Advancing Black Excellence in Education

- Bishop Jerry Demmer, President of the Greater-Metro Denver Ministerial Alliance

- Lindsay Minter, Community Advocate 

- K-Dot, Member of the Family 

- MiDian Holmes, CEO - Epitome of Black Excellence & Partnership 

- Topazz McBride, Social Justice Chairwoman of the Greater-Metro Denver Ministerial Alliance

- Alfredo Carbajal, Denver-Aurora Community Action Committee

 Contact Us 

For all media inquires please email us at: info@justiceforkilyn.com

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