My name is Santana Avery was one of the best people I knew. I met him in 8th grade and we became friends. It is so sad to know that someone took him from this world. He was so positive and proud and just an amazing human being. I regret many things but one thing I will always regret is not hugging him tighter and letting him know that he was an amazing friend. Even though we didn’t talk often I miss him so much.Santana


Avery, my love. I know you are with the angels, Holy Spirit, and ancestors because we always said you were an old soulish spirit. Lionel Richie said it best for me: “I long to see the sunlight in your hair and tell you time & time again how much I care. Sometimes I feel my heart will overflow. Hello. I’ve just got to let you know. ‘Cause I wonder where you are and I wonder what you do. Are you somewhere feeling lonely or is someone loving you.” You are so awfully truly missed by so many, many people who loved & cherished you. Don’t know if I’ll ever recover from this heartache. Your grandma in love and peace, Feefa. – Mia Vincent


Hello there Nowlin Family didn’t think you guys were the only ones who feel same and its odd that this event happened …..even though everything that I’ve seen and witnessed about Him is that He was the guy who had people that made sure he was okay and I for one vouch and didn’t change for anything because he was like a real brother to me more than anything and people that saw him with me or with the other two people he knew not to bother or make him feel out of his character because the dude is a genius lol!!!!!…..But that’s what I mean the knowledge this guy had ever time we meet we would drop something on me and it would be real life relations or anything and (I STAND HERE BEFORE YOU LADIES AND GENTLEMEN I…..(JEKAHRI FARMER)SPEAK FOR MY BROTHER AND FOR WHAT THEY DID AND DIDNT EXPLAIN THE TRUTH I MEAN CMON PEOPLE SERIOUSLY OF ALL THE POSITIVE ENERGY IN THE WORLD YOU GUYS HAD DRAIN SOMEONE ELSE’S ENERGY BUT YOU THINK FOR ONE SEC HIS STORY WONT BE TOLD THE RIGHT WAY AND MAKE SURE THIS GETS OUT……Jekahri Farmer


Sympathy In MemoriamTo: India Vincent and Sedrick Nowlin and FamiliesToday the Mitchell family expresses our deepest sympathy in the passing of your beloved Avery Darnell Nowlin, son, brother, grandson, great-grandson, nephew, and cousin. Only in hours like this do we know in fullest measure the consolation of God’s promise:“ Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?”John 11:25-26 – Linda Holland


I loved the time spent catching up with you on family zoom. Rest well & job well done Avery! <3 – Marsha Hubbard, Cousin


Avery was one of my students. It broke my heart when I heard that he had passed. He was a creative, kind, and warm man. He always made me feel special as his former teacher. I will talking with him about his new stories and adventures. Truly devastated by his passing. – Doug Dakin


Avery was one of the kindest men I’ve met. He always helped out when asked with a great attitude. He went out of his way to connect with customers and make others laugh. He was one of my best hires and one of my favorite people to work with. I’ll miss you Avery. – Philip


I pray for that peace only God bestows, and that we cannot explain, to wash over our family -and rest there. I pray that God restores every precious memory of Avery, of love and laughter shared with him to comfort all at this time -especially those closest to him. You are in my prayers. – Stacey James Robertson


May God-bless the family and give them strength. – Warren, Reeder, Warren Jr. Kendra and Juanita Curry


May Avery “Rest In Peace” now that our kind, gracious & loving God is in control. – Unk Waymon Alexander Carroll


I spent the 4th of July in Georgia with My Family! We cooked out at My Aunt Miriam’s home. It was a great time! Cousin Avery had to work while we were down but My Daughter Ciarra and I were able to spend time with him! He vibed so well with her: Golden!! Avery was a delight! He was a well mannered all around gentleman! The last thing that he said to me was let’s not make this the last time doing this! I replied it won’t! Avery, I LOVE YOU COUSIN!! We have your Mother and your GrandMother during this most difficult time!! – Diane Boswell


I send my condolences to the Nowlin family, Avery and I were in drama club/anime club and I believe another club back in high school. He was super funny, caring, understanding and unique to the point he always had a crowd near him. I wish I got to hang more around him after high school. I hope you’re still enjoying my butterfly knife even in paradise avery! rest in paradise! – Tyler Moss


Dear Nowlin Family, I’m sorry for your loss. I hope you know your son was loved and his company was valuable in many life lessons and fun times and laughs that will be remembered for a life. – Tre’Von


Dan and Tonya (Ellis) Skeen purchased the Heart’s Companion Bouquet for the family of Avery Darnell Nowlin.


Avery,I will always, Always, ALWAYS love you and who you became. You were true to your upbringing, which guided you to do things the right way, and your way. Without question you proceeded along the right path, which could have only led to greatness. Many who knew you, KNEW…You were humorous;You were an influencer;You were fun-loving;You were thoughtful;You were productive;You moved people;You worked on your dreams (a little everyday); andYou were special.Your character and personality have positively influenced so many of your peers. Our memory of you will continue as that of a young and vibrant gentleman… full of ideas and one who fulfilled the lives of people around him.Speaking on behalf of family, friends, acquaintances, and community, we could not have been prouder of you!
Love, Uncle David


I will always keep memories of you in my heart. Your kindness, gentleness, and warmth will be with me forever. Thank you Avery from Auntie Jackie James


Avery it hurts so much to know that you’re no longer here. I miss your smile, your calm gentle manner, your hugs, how you were always into something different trying to introduce me to new music. When we meet again we’ll listen to a few of those together since we never got the chance. Love you lil cuzn RIP XOXO – Cousin TJ


Dear Nowlin Family,My name is Kayla. I met Avery in 7th grade. I was a bit of a mess honestly but he saw the best in me and became good friends. I went to middle and high school with Avery. We shared many classes. Throughout that time he was very supportive and protective of me. Always acting like an older brother making sure I was ok. We were in an anime club together and my uncle was his acting teacher in the drama club. We were very close friends and I graduated high school with him. He even helped me get a job at Starbucks with him. He was always full of energy and even jumped into his mom’s car window when she got him after work. I often came over to his grandmother’s house to hang out with him. We always had the best time together. We called each other Buddy. No one really understood our bond. We were silly, weird, theatrical, and couldn’t stay away from each other. We were always helping each other with our passions even though I hadn’t figured out mine. Avery wanted to make these amazing jewelry pieces and was obsessed with the Sunflower song from an animated spiderman movie. We would sing and dance at work to Africa by Toto, and laugh hysterically at customers for their weird orders and questions. He was sweet, kind, and gentle. He was always there for me when I needed him lifting me up everytime I fell. Encouraging me to be myself no matter how weird. We cared so much for each other. And as time went on we began to love each other. Our friendship and bond meant the world to us. Though we didn’t become a couple to preserve our friendship, we loved each other very much. Even when we began to grow apart he was always there. I will always care, love, and cherish him and our time together. What happened to him was not fair and not right. I hope he finds justice and peace. He will be loved and missed always. Avery was my friend, my brother, and my Buddy. He will never ever be forgotten. Sincerely with love, Kayla


Avery was one of mine and my husband’s closet friends. He was creative, funny, kind, gentle, and incredibly smart. We will miss him very much.
– Kayla & Waheed


May he Rest In Peace. He was an amazing young man. He could make you laugh with just a look and a gesture. Praying that God gives you strength to endure this tragedy. – Aunt Pat


I will miss you Avery, you were a very good coworker and person. Always sharing funfacts. – T


Such a talented young man. What a great loss. I love you and will miss you Avery. – Alfredo


Miss you. Love you. Need you. Will be so happy when I see you again. Say hello to the ancestors for me. Save a place for me. You are a gentle and kind soul. – Mia


Starbucks Family purchased the Sentiments of Serenity Spray for the family of Avery Darnell Nowlin.