A bright and promising life was tragically cut short on September 26, 2021, in Norfolk, Virginia, when 10-year-old Ari'Anna Lashae Mack was killed in an act of domestic violence. The young girl, a student at Ocean View Elementary School, was known for her intelligence and fun-loving spirit. She was an honor roll student who enjoyed swimming in the ocean and playing video games with her parents.
The incident that claimed Ari'Anna's life also resulted in the death of her 30-year-old
mother, Lorin E. Mack. The event has been reported as a murder-suicide, a grim conclusion to a domestic dispute. The loss of both mother and daughter sent ripples of grief through their community.
Ari'Anna was born on November 17, 2010, in Portsmouth, Virginia. She was remembered for her big, bright smile and goofy personality that left a lasting impact on everyone she met. She shared a close and joyous bond with her younger sisters. Ari'Anna and her mother were victims of gun violence, a fact that underscores the tragic nature of their deaths. She is survived by her father, sisters, and grandparents.
