On June 10th, 2021 our ToP Community has been shaken by the devastated news that our colleague and friend, Courtney Lonergan and two of her children, Ali and Almira were killed in a car accident in Phoenix, AZ. Courtney was a beacon of light in every room she walked into. Always greeting you with a smile and a hug. She loved and believed in the power of people and devoted her life to community organizing work.
Courtney’s passion and life mission of empowering young people, building community, and developing community leaders is to be continued. Aracelli, the surviving youngest child, is surrounded by loving and supportive friends, who have been her extended family. There is nothing that will ever fill this void, yet the work Courtney did to bring up her children will be the source of strength for Aracelli.
One thing that the last year has taught us is that life is precious. Do something that makes a difference, love greatly, and leave a legacy.